What we see on the bench
The Rainbow symptoms we diagnose most often, with the typical cause and the bench-side fix:
| Symptom | Cause | Fix | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water basin leaking | Gasket wear at basin seal. | Gasket replacement. | $40 to $85 |
| HEPA full warning | Filter saturation. | Genuine Rainbow HEPA swap. | $30 plus filter |
| Brush head not spinning | Belt or end-cap bearing. | Belt or bearing replacement. | $45 to $90 |
| Motor brush wear | Year 12 to 18 normal wear. | Bench rebuild. | $150 to $260 |
What we stock for Rainbow
Rainbow HEPA filter cartridges. Water basin gaskets and seals. Power head belts and brush bars. Motor brush kits for the E2 and E series.
Repair or replace
Rainbow service is usually worth it through year 18 or more. The platform is mechanical and rebuildable, and new Rainbow purchases are dealer-only at significant cost.
Common questions
- Do you sell new Rainbow vacuums?
- Rainbow sells only through their direct dealer network. We service and stock parts but do not sell new units.
- How do I order Rainbow parts?
- We stock common HEPA, gaskets, and belts. Less-common parts we order as needed; turnaround is usually 3 to 7 days.