How often do you replace your broom?

the only place I use a broom is the rv and I use one made out of rubber ,very efficient on the dogs hair.

I've wondered this as well. My mom still has the same broom that she had when I was a kid. But it still works and doesn't seem to look as gross as mine, which is only a few years old. I think she might also use a Swiffer cloth at times, too.

We only use a broom outside on the porch.

Inside we use a vacuum.

I’m pretty sure the one I have now is about ten years old. It still works fine, so I don’t think I’ll replace it any time soon. I typically sweep 2-3 times a day.

Not until the bristles start looking a bit worn. We only use a broom in the basement or outside so it doesn’t get daily use.

When it flies away.

We have brooms in the kitchen, garage, and basement. The one in the garage is often missing. I sometimes venture to Dh's workshop and poke around until I find it. I don't put in too much effort. I buy a new one and charge it to his card. He would be amazed to know how many brooms he has bought over the years.

My favorite broom is 35ish years old and has a small head. I love that thing. It fits behind and under things and into corners beautifully. 

MIL and SIL thought it is too small so bought me a new one maybe 15 years ago. Everyone else likes to use the bigger one, but I still love my little baby best.

We also have a garage broom and backyard broom. 

I once told DH he would be a millionaire in minutes if he could figure this one out. I think he's working on it. 

even an outside broom? How do you sweep your front steps or entry?

We have huge redwood decks under redwood trees - I’m sweeping outdoors all the time! Those outdoor brooms do get more raggedy

When DH takes it and uses it for something gross outside and then I refuse to use it on the kitchen floor.

ETA: we have outside brooms as well, he just has a bad habit of taking my kitchen one

I like a softer angled broom for inside. They don't need frequent replacing really. They actually seem to sweep better when they get a little age on them.

I prefer an old-fashioned corn broom with stiffer bristles for outside. They do wear out as the pieces break off with use. But still, replacement is not really frequent.

I'm curious freecharlie -- what's the reason behind the question? Is there some sort of broom dispute going on at your house?

If a broom is causing you aggravation - for whatever reason! - replace it. That's not a significant enough purchase to hesitate about. I hereby grant you permission to buy a new broom.

We replace every 5 yrs. We don't use it much, I prefer the vacuum. I don't like to sweep. I used our broom to get snow off the roof of the cars with the three 9 in. snow storms we have had in Dec. So it got messed up and I bought a new one.