Need a good car vacuum for cleaning up after building my new deck
2/8/2026 7:20:00 PM
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OP
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Hey everyone, just finished building a new deck and my car is absolutely trashed with sawdust, wood chips, and some random hardware bits. Looking for recommendations on a solid car vacuum that can handle this kind of mess. Not trying to break the bank but want something that actually works. What do you guys use?
2/8/2026 7:45:00 PM
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DeWaltDan426
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I feel you OP! After my shed project last year, my SUV looked like a lumberyard exploded in it. I grabbed the Bissell Pet Hair Eraser - it's like $80 at Walmart and has crazy suction. The attachments get into crevices really well for those wood chips. Not "pro grade" but for DIY cleanup it's been perfect. Just make sure you empty it often with sawdust - clogs up faster than regular dirt.
2/8/2026 10:32:00 PM
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ContractorCarl325
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If you're budget conscious like me, check out the shop vac route. I use my Ridgid 4-gal wet/dry vac with the car cleaning kit attachment ($15 extra). Already had the vac for workshop cleanup, so the car kit was cheap add-on. Handles sawdust no problem, and you can use it for future projects too. Multi-tool thinking!
2/8/2026 8:38:00 PM
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ToolTimeTim702
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Milwaukee M18 Cordless Wet/Dry Vac all the way. I'm team red for life, and this thing is a beast. Battery swaps are quick when you're doing multiple vehicles (my truck AND my wife's car after my cabinet project). Yes it's more upfront, but if you're already in the M18 ecosystem, it's worth every penny. No cords to deal with while vacuuming the car interior is game-changing.
2/8/2026 9:56:00 PM
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BuildItBob635
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Safety note everyone: Whatever you choose, MAKE SURE it has a HEPA filter if you're dealing with fine sawdust. Regular filters let particles through that you'll breathe in later. Also check the cord/outlet situation - don't daisy-chain extension cords across wet grass from your deck area. Almost saw someone trip doing that last summer. My two cents: go with a name brand that has proper safety certifications.
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