Hey, Steve! We appreciate your feedback about the handle, and we'll be sure to share it with our team. If you need some extra length to reach higher spots, we'd recommend checking out our Extender Starting Kit, which comes with an extra long handle: https://swiffer.com/en-us/shop-products/dusting/swiffer-dusters-heavy-duty-super-extender If you'd like to share more about your experience, just give us a call at: (800) 214-8734 - The Swiffer Team