What kind of vacuum cleaner works best for long hair?

My husband has really long, really strong hair. We've killed quite a few vacuum cleaners with his hair (the hair wraps around the spinny thing and inevitably breaks the motor). Because of this, I'm assuming I can't get that kind of vacuum cleaner: stand up vacuum with the spinning brush. What type and/or brand of vacuum should I get?
I appreciate the advice so far, but I was doing exactly that. I have done that so many times, even in one run through the house. He has reeeeeaally long hair and lots of it (he sheds a lot). But unless there's another option, I'll just have to stick to wood and tile.

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What ever brand you purchase, take a little responsibility, trim the hair from the roller brush on occasion, with a scissors, and yank it out.

Best vacuum cleaner for carpets and long hair?

cnfoozed

I have wall to wall carpeting and long hair - a terrible combination.

Can anyone reccomend a good vacuum cleaner for me? I want something that will actually get the hair out of the carpets and not let it get stuck on the rollers.

The cheaper the better.

Thanks!

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That's like asking for a Mercedes that costs under $1,000. It ain't gonna happen. Both my husband and I have long hair, so I've had to deal with this quite a bit. Look for a vacuum that has a wooden beater (roller) instead of plastic. You can cut it off every once in a while with a utility knife.

So, I guess your choice is either do a little maintenance on your vacuum every two months or cut your hair.

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