Vacuum & Sewing Center

I brought my sewing machine there and the man was very nice but he supposedly he fixed my machine and when I plugged it in it w as still failing. I paid 50 bucks for nothing. I let him know I was moving in a couple days and I had to take my machine up north all messed up. I’m in Oregon. To fix my timing I had already gotten «fixed» I’m going to have to pay 150

Old school. Fixes stuff! And reasonably.

Bob is great. He really cares about his customers and knows vacuums. I needed help with something totally unrelated to fixing vacuums/​sewing machines and he was more than happy to help! He referred to me another company who might be able to sell me the commercial carpet cleaners I was looking for. He fixed 1 of 3 vacuums I had on the spot and no charge! Told me about a manufacturer defect on a Dirt Devil I had (very informative!), then sold me a a great industrial vacuum that works AMAZING. We call it «The Boss»! And his prices are very reasonable. I run a house cleaning service and will always bring my vacuums here for repair! This is a place you can trust!

Fantastic service, great pricing and prompt timing. Owner is extremely friendly and knowledgeable, this is the place for repairs! Brought in our Singer HD4500 machine for a tune up and learned a lot in the process.

The owner, Bob, and his wife are awesome! This is a mom-​and-​pop operation, which is refreshing in a big city like LA, where a lot of that is dying out. I’m originally from the south, where that sort of thing is much more common, and people are more likely to frequent small businesses and support them.
I first contacted them when I was interested in knowing what the best sewing machine was to purchase. Because, hey: when you’re looking to purchase something that is high quality, who better to know what’s best than those who know how to fix them? At their recommendation, I purchased a Bernina sewing machine (I know, rad right!?) off of Ebay. Old style, all mechanical… pretty epic.
I thought for a second that maybe it was better off at the Bernina dealer, but after getting off the phone with the lady there, I knew that place was more geared for crabby menopausal women with lots of money (i.e., not me!), and they clearly didn’t seem friendly or concerned with getting me in the door. After the call, I felt guilty for even considering somewhere else, as Bob’s wife was very knowledgeable and so kind to me on the phone. She characterized her husband as the type of guy who had an inherently mechanical mind, and could fix damn near anything. To me, that’s infinitely better than someone armed with a manual and a Bernina certification.
So, drove down to their spot in NOHO, which is in a kind of cool plaza, further back in this shopping front. There are all kinds of people, doing honest work back there: alteration, shoe repair, dry cleaning. It’s a pleasant taste of elbow grease. Bob’s shop is no exception. He has the look and demeanor of a guy who works with his hands. Highly respectable in my book. And couldn’t be a nicer guy! When we were discussing the model, and Bernina in general, he pointed out that even though he didn’t know my specific model, certain Berninas have plastic cams and he suspected mine did. I checked online at home, and he was right. The guy’s a whizz. :)
So, the little Bernina is getting greased up and looked over. He requested I call tomorrow (pretty good turnaround for checking it out. Bernina dealer quoted me a week, and reviews say it can take much longer). With any luck, I’ll be making all kinds of rad things, shortly! :D Can’t wait! I’ll update the review when I get her back, of course. But, so far, so good!
Update 1: Called back after 11am, day after drop off. He checked over the machine, and told me that all she needed was a cleaning, and he’d have it for me sometime this week. He made sure I was ok with the time and terms. $ 90 for a tune up and cleaning; said he’d call me when it’s ready. :D
Update 2: I went and picked her up, and she’s been running like a dream. :D Thanks guys!

Reviewing after having my sewing machine repaired here and now my vacuum. First of all when picking up my sewing machine I mentioned that I hadn’t sewed for years and he took time to show me how to thread the bobbin — very important! I just had my Hoover Windtunnel repaired and it looks like new and runs like new! The self-​propel was broken, the cord holder was off, it needed new fan belts, etc. He repaired it quickly and for a very reasonable price. Honestly, I now have a great vacuum and would recommend this store to anyone! Quick, great and friendly service.

Bob helped me out today and fixed my little cordless (even though he doesn’t recommend or service them, as a rule). So helpful, kind, and quick! Turns out cheerios can get stuck in parts of the vacuum you didn’t even know existed.
Bonus: it only took 5 minutes to drive over here from Burbank.
I’m so tired of crappy vacuum cleaners. Next time mine breaks I’m shopping here for a good solid work-​horse that won’t have to be replaced every year.

AMAZING! I’ve been here before, but today was the best. I’m a professional cleaner, and I’m not going to any other vacuum repair. Most places I’ve been to want to charge me for things like replacing filters and bags (a kid can do that). Not only are his prices fair, and honest, he works fast. My friend broke one of my vacuums, and he not only repaired it, but cleaned off the scratches on the side. It looks brand new. Great guy, definitely a loyal customer now

I had my backup sewing machine repaired and serviced here last week. He charged me $ 79 total, and she is not only back up and running, but she is purring like a kitten!
He is a great guy, very professional, and he even helped me bring my heavy heavy machine out to my car when I foolishly came to pick it up wearing heels.
I’m a costume designer, so I live and die by my machines.
Thank you! I’ll be back to get my vintage 1920’s machine up and running.

Went to this place looking to buy a replacement foot pedal/​power cord for a sewing machine. Guy went to the back room and after a few minutes of rummaging, came out with a used pedal/​power cord. When asked how much, he gave me a price. I just casually commented that I saw a brand new one online for slightly cheaper. To which he annoyingly replied «Buy it online then!». Seriously?!? He looked like he could use the business but obviously didn’t care for a sale. Amazing how this store is still open with this kind of «customer service» or lack thereof.

Very friendly. Got 2 of my sowing machines working even though they had a very little problem. Will come here again if I have any sowing machine problems.

A big thumbs up to Bob and Vac & Sew! He called me with an estimate that was a little higher than I could really afford since I’ve been out of work so he knocked the price down 20% to accommodate me. He didn’t have to do that. He was friendly, competent, and quick.

I bought my mom a brand new sewing machine 2 years ago… long story short, my mom just took it out of the box 2 weeks ago, and tried to use it. She let me know that the sewing machine was not working. I looked up a sewing machine shop and found North Hollywood Vac & Sew Center. I dropped off the sewing machine expecting the worst. Lisa said that «Bob» would be looking at it for free and to call back the next day and get the diagnose. I called in the next day and spoke with Bob, who let me know the sewing machine was working just fine. In Los Angeles anyone can take you for a spin and hustle you. Bob and Lisa are as honest as business owners get. I will definitely be getting my sewing machine and vacuums serviced here!

I’ve only Unilocaled a few businesses in my life because I know how important it is to have and keep a good reputation. It is also critically important for businesses to have good reviews because people don’t like people who do bad business. Having said that I must say this about Vac & Sew: They are as good as it can possibly get. Bob, the owner, is honest, friendly and just and all around good guy. You don’t need to worry about being overcharged or about hidden fees. His prices are reasonable and he gets your sewing machine and or vacuum fixed in a timely manner. I’d refer anyone I know who’s having trouble with their machines to him.

They are super friendly and reasonably priced.

Fast. Affordable. Problem solved. Nothin more needs to be said.

Bob fixed my Miele canister vacuum for a fraction of what I was quoted elsewhere and had it ready for me just one day after I dropped it off.