How can I sharpen hair clippers at home?

Question: How can I sharpen hair clippers at home? How can I tell when my hair clippers need sharpening?

Answer: New clippers should glide through the hair like butter. Clipper blades are made to last at an optimal level for a few years but rarely do they reach year two. The life of the clipper and blades depends on the care you give them. Just like any blade however, clipper blades get dull, motors wear out and then we are left with a useless tool, or are we?

When considering how and when to sharpen hair clippers, you should opt for getting them sharpened by a pro; someone who knows what they’re doing and has the right tools for the job. A professional will also have the parts needed for any motor repairs if need be.

Time to sharpen your hair clippers

You will be able to tell when your machine is ready for a tune up by its performance. Check to see if there is any pulling when you glide the clipper, or maybe some hairs did not get cut when you passed the clipper through. If any of these scenarios are frequent than its time to sharpen your hair clippers.

Clipper maintenance

There are generally four types of clipper blades, adjustable, fixed, snap on, and detachable. Some clipper blades have two parts to them. It is important to sharpen hair clippers because clipper motors tend to over heat when the blades are dull thus reducing the life of the motor. General maintenance will extend the life of the blade and motor. Always keep the blades clean and oiled to avoid rusting and dulling.

Here are some helpful sites of companies that will sharpen your hair clippers.

1. www.essentialsharpening.com
2. www.exactedge.com
3. www.pueblosharpening.com
4. www.at-home-service.biz
5. www.bladessharpening.com