Man, I learned that the hard way last summer when I skipped a few cleanings. Had a tube get so clogged it basically quit on me halfway through a project. Nothing like a sudden failure to make you appreciate regular upkeep, right? Now I clean it so often it's probably cleaner than my kitchen sink, which is saying something. But following that simple advice really does save you from a huge mess later on. Sometimes the boring maintenance is what keeps everything from falling apart.

Ever notice how we'll check five friend reviews before buying a toaster? That same trust thing is everywhere.