Central Vacuum Systems
A Central Vacuum system is a permanent built-in vacuum system. There are outlets on each floor, and pipes are built into the walls. A large powerful canister unit containing the motor, filters and vacuum bag is located in the garage or mechanical room. A Retractable Central Vacuum system has hoses installed in the wall, where they can be pulled out for vacuuming, then retracted back into the wall when done.
Central Vacuums have a full complement of hoses and accessories including beater brushes for carpets and rugs. Central Vacuums clean better than portables because of their superior suction, HEPA filtration, and powerful electric beater brushes for deep cleaning of carpets.
Advantages of a Central Vacuum System
Better Air Quality
Central Vacuum Systems remove both visible and invisible pollutants from your living space. These can include dust, mould, pollen, pet hair and dander, tobacco smoke – to name a few of the more common irritants.
Many Central Vacuum systems now include HEPA filtration which removes 99.97% of airborne particles.
If any members of the household have severe allergies or other environmental sensitivities, the Central Vacuum can even be set up to vent exhaust air to the outdoors.
An Investment That Pays For Itself
Central Vacuums are more affordable than you might think, something similar to the cost of a household built-in dishwasher. Most new homes have the Central Vacuum system already roughed in, and just need the power unit installed.
A Central Vacuum System is a very desirable home upgrade appliance that enhances the resale value of your home.
Central Vacuums have a life expectancy far longer than portable or cordless vacuums, and in the long run, will be considerably less expensive than purchasing and throwing away a number of cordless vacuums, which typically last for only a year or two..
A Cleaner House
With suction much more powerful than portables or rechargeables, and a wide assortment of accessories, your Central Vacuum will do a much better job of cleaning your house.
Your carpets will be cleaner, and smell better. A Vac-Pan in your kitchen will quickly and easily suck up any spills and debris that you sweep to it. There are special attachments for blinds, vacuuming under refrigerators and stoves, pet brushes, computer cleaning kits, and ceiling fan brushes. Wet/Dry canisters can be added to clean up any types of liquid spills.
And lastly, unlike rechargeables, which typically collect dust in a cup that has to be emptied very frequently, your central vacuum bag only needs to be changed a few times a year.
