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5 BISSELL Cleaning Tools for a Guest-Ready Home (Even With Pets)

Rachel
by Rachel
Published:  August 25th, 2026

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When guests are coming over, it’s not always the big cleaning jobs that cause the most stress.


It’s the muddy paw prints that appear five minutes before they arrive, the pet hair collecting on the sofa, or the mystery spot you suddenly notice on the carpet.


With Labor Day kicking off the unofficial start of fall hosting season, having a few reliable cleaning tools within easy reach can make those little emergencies much easier to handle. 


BISSELL’s Labor Day sale includes five tools designed to tackle everything from everyday pet messes to deeper carpet cleaning, giving you a head start on getting the house guest-ready.

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1. Little Green Mini Portable Carpet Cleaner

At just 7 pounds, this is BISSELL's lightest portable deep cleaner.


The HydroRinse self-cleaning hose and 4" Tough Stain Tool are built for spot-treating upholstery and car interiors fast — handy whether it's a spilled drink or a muddy paw print that needs dealing with before anyone notices.


It's $89.99, saving $10, through October 10.


2. PowerClean FurFinder Corded Stick Vacuum

Pet hair has a way of settling into carpet and high-traffic areas without you noticing.


The FurFinder Headlight Technology reveals hidden fur and debris, the Tangle-Free Brush Roll keeps things moving, and the 30-foot cord means room-to-room cleaning without stopping to swap outlets.


It's $149.99, saving $40, through September 5.


3. Pet Hair Eraser DualBrush Upright Vacuum

When one pass isn't enough, the DualBrush Technology handles both large and small debris, while HEPA filtration helps with dust and dander for guests who might be sensitive.


The FurFinder Headlights do the same trick as above, just with more power behind them.


It's $249.99, saving $50, through October 3.

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4. PowerClean DualBrush Cordless Stick Vacuum

This one's for the moments right before guests arrive, or a fast pass between courses.


It's cordless and 3-in-1, with DualBrush Technology and an AutoAdapt Power Boost that automatically increases suction when it detects more dirt.


It's $259.99, saving $100, through October 3.


5. Revolution HydroSteam Pet Carpet Cleaner

For a more substantial refresh, SteamWash Max Clean mode delivers 2X better cleaning by washing out embedded dirt and stains, Steam Pretreat Mode tackles set-in pet stains specifically, and Quick Dry Mode has carpets ready in as little as 30 minutes.


It also comes with tools for upholstery, furniture, and stairs.


It's $349.99, saving $50, through September 19.

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Get Ready Before the Guests Arrive

From an emergency spill to a full pre-party carpet refresh, these BISSELL essentials take some of the stress out of getting a home ready for company, especially when you have pets. 


The Labor Day sale runs September 3–7, with 10% off orders up to $149.99 or 15% off orders of $150 or more.

👉 Check out BISSELL's Labor Day sale and get your home ready for fall entertaining.
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