Central Vacuum Systems and Central Vacuum Cleaners

Central vacuums are more convenient than any portable sweeper. Instead of carrying a heavy machine up and down flights of stairs, you can mount your hose and accessories right on the wall nearest your inlet. This saves you time and energy while cleaning and helps you to enjoy an easier cleaning experience. Perhaps one of the best advantages of using central vacuum system in your home is that these systems can be customized to fit your needs. Whether you have soft carpeting, area rugs or hard flooring, there are tools and attachments available to cater to your unique cleaning needs. Call our free tech support line at 866-972-8227 so we can assist you with your custom solution.

Advantages Of Installing a Central Vacuum

Central vacuum systems consist of a power unit that is usually mounted in the utility room, garage, or basement of a home and a series of inlet valves where a 30-35 foot hose can be connected. Central vacuum cleaners, also referred to as a built in vacuum, have become increasingly popular as of late, with many brands manufacturing these powerful vacuum cleaners. There are many advantages to owning one of these machines. While most portable machines are inexpensive, they simply do not last. When you install a central vac in your home, you'll find that the power unit will last up to 25 years without needing to be replaced. These systems are also much more powerful than a standard sweeper. This is because the motors in a whole house vacuum are exponentially larger than the 12 amp motor found in a canister or upright.

Powerful Suction and Filtration

With the large motors in these machines comes powerful cyclonic suction. When paired with HEPA filtration to remove 99.97% of all dust and allergens from the air, these units are highly effective in cleaning your home. However, central vacuums are capable of being even more efficient than any HEPA filter. When exhausted outdoors, these systems are actually 100% effective in removing harmful particles from the air. This completely eliminates harmful dust, dirt and allergens from being emitted back into your home, leaving your family healthy and allergy free. These built in vacuums are also more convenient than any portable sweeper. Instead of carrying a heavy upright or canister vacuum cleaner up and down flights of stairs, you can mount your hose and accessories right on the wall nearest your inlet. This saves you time and energy while cleaning and helps you to enjoy an easier cleaning experience. Perhaps one of the best advantages of using a central vacuum system in your home is that these systems are completely customizable. Whether you have heavy carpeting in your home or mainly hard flooring, there are tools and attachments available to cater to your unique cleaning needs.

Versatile Performance and Durability

If you have hard floors in your home without any carpeting, a power nozzle is not necessary. In this situation, you can use a standard central vacuum hose, available in sizes of up to 50 feet, with a standard inlet valve. What this means is that there is no electricity brought through the hose. Standard hoses can be used with many different attachments including a hardwood floor brush for cleaning tiles, linoleum and hardwood floors. If your home has heavy carpeting, a power nozzle will be necessary. There are many different power heads available from many different brands including Electrolux, Beam and Hayden that are all very powerful in cleaning your carpets.  Beam, Hayden and Electrolux vacuum parts, as well as other major brands allow the potential of this vacuum style to be unleashed.

When you use a power nozzle with your whole-house vacuum, you'll need to use a hose that offers an electrical connection. With this type of hose you can use either standard or super inlet valves. With a standard valve, you will need to use a hose with a pig tail cord on the end, this is a 6 foot cord on the end of your hose that is plugged into a nearby electrical outlet to bring electricity to your power nozzle. With super valve, however, you will use a direct connect hose. This hose has two prongs on the end that plug directly into your valve to bring electricity to your hose. When installing a super valve, you'll need to wire electricity into the valve.

 

Top questions and answers about central vacuum systems:

How does a central vacuum system work?

A central vacuum has a powerful suction canister mounted in the utility room of your home.  Approximately one inlet valve will be installed for every 700 square fee on each floor of the home.  Each inlet will be piped in the wall back to the canister mounted in the utility room.   Finally a 30-35 foot hose will be placed into the inlet and you will be able to move around the home with ease while having the ability to use several different attachments, that can be customized for your home furnishings. 

What are the benefits of a central vacuum system?

The motor in the central vacuum typically has higher suction than a portable vacuum cleaner.  Also, when the central vacuum system is exhausted outdoors, it can create cleaner air in your home than a HEPA vacuum cleaner. 

How much does it cost to install a central vacuum system?

Central vacuum installation cost will vary based on where in the country you're located and if the installation is in new construction or or an existing  home.  On average, installation cost for a 1,500 square foot home can range from $1,000-2,000 for new construction.  New construction installations will typically cost less than an existing home installation.  DIY kits can also be purchased in lieu of having professional installation.  The DIY option is the most affordable option. 

Can I install a central vacuum system in an existing home?

Yes, a central vacuum system can be installed in an existing home.  To install a central vacuum in an existing home you will want to look at installing the pipe up though basement, though a chase, through a crawlspace, through a closet, or down from the attic.  

How often should I empty the central vacuum canister?

On average your central vacuum system should be emptied once every three months on normal usage.   If you encounter a drop in suction you will most likely need to empty the central vacuum canister.

Are central vacuum systems more powerful than regular vacuums?

Yes, the motor in a central vacuum is much larger than any portable corded or cordless vacuum cleaner.  Since the motor is larger it will produce higher air watts and have a larger water lift which will equate to more suction power. 

Can I use my central vacuum system to clean both carpets and hard floors?

Yes, a central vacuum can clean both carpets and hard floors such as tile and wood.  Choosing the correct set of central vacuum accessories based on your flooring type will enable you to clean hardwood, area rungs, wall to wall rugs, tile, terrazzo, laminate, vinyl, cement, or Limonium.  One of your central vacuum experts will be able to help you choose the right accessories base on your floor type. 

Can I install a central vacuum system myself, or do I need professional installation?

Between watching YouTube central vacuum installation videos, purchasing a Do-It-Yourself central vacuum installation kit, and having mechanical or construction skills a central vacuum can be installed by a homeowner. 

Can a central vacuum system improve indoor air quality? 

When exhausted outdoors a central vacuum system can improve indoor air quality.  If your central vacuum system is exhausted indoors , it will most likely not improve your indoor air quality.  The most effective way at improving indoor air quality it with a air purification system. 

Are central vacuum systems noisy?

A central vacuum system can be noisy, but you have the option to install a muffler to substantially reduce the decibel level.