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Central Vacuums 101
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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.
 

BAG OR BAGLESS ?
It All Depends on Just How Close You Want To Get
To Your Dirt..

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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From Allergies.
 


Once Considered A Luxury For The Rich In Famous,
Central Vacuums Are Now A Luxury
Everyone
Can Afford.

Satisfied Thinkvacuums.com Customers

These Customers Like Their Central Vacuum System Because...
"They keep the
air in our home cleaner so we breath better"
"I can switch attachments easier to clean hard floors & furniture faster" "They don't blow exhaust dirt back into the room" "They don't make as much noise as other vacuums" "They pick up more dirt so I don't
have to vacuum
as often"



 

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