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Is a Central Vacuum System Right for You?

Let’s face it – vacuuming your floors is never fun. Though it is a
meticulous task, having a central vacuum system may make your cleaning
routine a little simpler. Most of us vacuum with a standard unit that we
have to search for in the back of our utility rooms. As the technology
advances, these units are becoming more and more expensive. However,
according to centralvacuums.com, a central vacuum is now less expensive
that one of the higher end standard units, and can add up to $2,000 to the
value of your home. A central vacuum system is designed with one bigger,
stronger motor located in an out-of-the-way area in your home, with an
outlet in every room where the hose attaches. This means no more carrying
that 700 pound monster up the stairs every time someone makes a mess!

There are many reasons why you may consider installing a central vacuum
system as opposed to using a standard unit. First things first, central
vacuums are much quieter than their standard cousins. This is because the
motor is located in a central, permanent location in your home. This means
no more screaming children or barking dogs every time you need to clean up
some cracker crumbs!  Also, central vacuums typically keep the air
cleaner, because the dust and dirt is sucked through the hose, into the
walls, and finally into an out of the way receptacle. This is great news
for everyone, but particularly those family members with allergies or
asthma. There are many other benefits to installing a central vacuum
system as opposed to the standard unit, including more power, versatility,
and cost.

There are different types of central vacuum units to choose from,
including cyclonic and filtered. A cyclonic central vacuum system uses
centrifugal force and gravity to separate the dirt particles from the air
being brought in by the vacuum, and the dirt is deposited into some type
of receptacle. A filtered unit does just what its namesake claims; it uses
a filter to remove the dirt and dust from the air the vacuum brings in.
These filters need to be replaced from time to time, but not nearly as
often as the ones in the standard units!

A central vacuum unit is a great choice for homeowners who have limited
time and limited money. Hey, wait! Isn’t that everyone?

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