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Why A Central Vacuum?
 NAHB
projects 50% of new homes will be built with a central
vacuum unit by the year 2010. The U.S. market for central
vacuums grew 12% in 2004 to $110 million No other technology cleans as efficiently and effectively as
a central cleaning system. It is by far the best choice in
making your home healthier and cleaner. In addition to the
trusty broom and dustpan, many home owners use a small
vacuum for the stairs and the car, an upright for the
carpeting, and a shop vacuum for the garage. They all need
filters, belts and periodic maintenance or replacement. It's
hard to believe that a central vacuum could replace most of
these cleaning tools. Although normally associated with new
construction and expensive homes, central vacuum systems can
be installed in most existing homes and are actually quite
economical. They add resale value to your home, so a central
vacuum is an investment that will pay for itself.
What
Is It?
Most built-in systems consist of a power unit, centrally
located, which contains the vacuum producing motor and dirt
collector. From the vacuum unit, tubing is simply routed
through walls by way of the attic or under floors to
conveniently located wall inlets. To vacuum, a lightweight,
flexible hose is inserted into the wall inlets. All surfaces
in the home can be cleaned efficiently using the versatile
cleaning tools.
Why
It's Better
 It's
Economical
A complete system
costs no more than any other major home appliance. And
having a central vacuum system makes everything in the home
last longer, and adds value to your home. Central vacuum
units are one of the top 5 items influencing home sales.
Built-In Convenience
A central vacuum system can eliminate some of the hard work
and most of the annoyances of vacuuming. Because the power
unit is built-in, you don't have to lug a heavy vacuum
cleaner around, plugging and unplugging as you go. Cleaning
from room to room is far easier and cleaning those out
of the way places like the stairs, garage, patio or basement
is a less demanding chore.
Powerful Vacuum
A central vacuum helps you get more dirt out of your house!
Because you don't have to drag it around with you, your
central vacuum motor is larger, designed to give you more power and long-term
performance than portable vacuums. It sucks up the dirt, all
kinds, and sends it off to the large dirt receptacle.
Breath Easier
 Indoor air pollution is one of the most common
problems addressed by allergists. One in three people in the U.S. have
dust-related allergies and the EPA estimates that indoor air
may be up to five times more polluted than outdoor air. A
central vacuum is often recommended for removing pollutants
since 100% of pollens, bacteria, and pet dander vacuumed are
exhausted out of the home when vented outdoors. Researchers
at the University of California at Davis school of medicine
revealed that the use of a central vacuum system reduced
nasal allergy symptoms by as much as 47%, eye symptoms by as
much as 61% and improved indoor air quality by 52%.
Stop Noise Pollution
 And because the power unit and soil receptacle are tucked
away in the basement, garage, utility room or a closet, not
only is the dirt trapped in that far-off place, but so is
the noise!
Adds To The Value of Your Home
Besides the convenience and powerful performance it offers,
a central vacuum system is a valuable addition to your home
investment, adding to its sales appeal and resale value. A
central vacuum unit is easy to install in new or existing
homes.
Finally, a central vacuum eliminates the need to drag a
clumsy machine around the house, banging up walls and
furniture in the process. Portable vacuums have to be lugged
up and down the stairs, and in the case of canister vacuums,
they have the potential to fall down the stairs if tugged
while cleaning. The dirt capacity in a central vacuum is
generous too; it usually requires emptying only once per
year. As a final enticement to the homeowner, built-in
vacuums typically retain their full value when a home sells
and are considered a home upgrade which will increase the
value of the home - something that can't be said for a
portable vacuum.
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BAG OR BAGLESS ?
It All Depends on Just How Close You Want To Get
To Your Dirt..
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Filtration
Bag Filtration
 High efficiency disposable
filter bags provides the ultimate in motor protection (99.9%) and dust
free operation. Clean, convenient and hygienic with no suction loss.
No more dirty arms and hands from shaking out dirty filters. No
more dust cloud when emptying the dirty canister. Motors and
permanent filters breath easier for years to come.
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Bagless
With Self
Cleaning Filter
 The
filter bag is lifted as the power unit is turned on. Once the power
unit is shut down, the weighted self-cleaning filter drops and
displaces the accumulated dust and deposits it into the dirt
canister. Dirt canister is emptied as needed.
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ABS vs Metal
Body Construction
When choosing a central
vacuum another aspect to consider is the construction type of the vacuum
unit. Vacuum units can range from high quality ABS
Polyethylene/Polypropylene injected
plastic, to metal, to a combination of both. The quality of the vacuum
unit's outer casing is especially important when you factor in such things
as vibration, quietness, denting, scratching, rusting, weather conditions and how
these things
effect the performance and longevity of your central vacuum unit. Please
note that the construction material does not in anyway
effect the filtration of a vacuum unit, and has no bearing
on such things as allergies, dust mites, etc.
ABS Body
Construction
 Before
any ABS production begins, all components are put through
rigorous tests and subjected to enormous strain and stress
that exceeds typical residential household use. ABS is
globally recognized for its durability and longevity, and
offers such advantages as being dent proof, rust proof,
erosion proof, scratch proof and heat resistance as well as
offering a vibration-free performance. The use of this
material in central vacuum units also greatly helps reduce
the decibel level of a unit, making for a quieter operation.
In addition to all these features it also gives you the
advantage of having a much lighter canister to work with
when changing the bag or dumping the canister. The lighter
the canister is, the less likely it is to fall or drop. This
can cause heavier metal units to dent.
ABS Polyethylene/Polypropylene injected plastic is being used by today's top vacuum
manufactures. Vacuum companies such as Sebo, Bosch, Dyson, Electrolux,
Oreck, Riccar, Panasonic, Hoover, Eureka & 99% all of the commercial vacuums use
this material to insure longevity and durability. Miele, considered the
finest quality vacuum in the world, also uses this material in every vacuum
they produce. These companies have already recognized the
futuristic advantages of this material and all the benefits it has to offer.
This isn't your child's toy material!
Central vacuum companies that use this state-of-the-art material are;
Electrolux, Eureka, Drainvac, Whirlpool, Nutone, Royal, Dirt Devil®, Hayden, Vacuflo and
so many more.
Metal Body
Construction
 Many central vacuum companies still use metal as a sign of durability and
strength. Metal canisters tend to be much heavier and more difficult to deal
with. The vibration caused by the metal design will increase the decibel
level and make the vacuum unit operate louder. The metal material may rust
over time causing problems with hinges and latches. Metal material may chip
over time and is NOT dent proof, rust proof and erosion proof. Heavy metal
canisters may also vibrate themselves off of the mounting bracket, falling
to the floor. This design is basically a round garage can with a motor in
it. Central vacuum companies that use metal are; Hoover,
WalVac, Cana-Vac, Budd, M.D., CycloVac, Zenex and
so many more.
All central
vacuum units regardless of construction material are
designed to last. You will hear many claims from different
central vacuum companies about the strength and durability
of their vacuum unit's outer casing. These many different
claims are based on their own bias opinion and are said to
try and influence the consumer. There is truly no good or
bad side, but rather a matter of customer opinion. Another
important factor when trying to determine the quality of a
vacuum units outer casing is its warranty. The length of the
warranty is a great indicator of the strength and durability
that can be expected from it's material. More than 60% of
companies in the central vacuum industry will be using
state-of-the-art
ABS Polyethylene/Polypropylene injected type materials by 2009. Similar to
the garbage can industry, which saw the widely used metal
trash can virtually disappear and become replaced by the
more durable, lighter plastic/rubber style garbage cans,
thanks to the injection mold process made famous by
companies such as
Rubbermaid
®.
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