Homeowners are always looking for a way to reduce the amount of work required to keep the house clean. Delegating chores to the kids is nice, but ultimately unreliable. If you haven’t thought about researching central vacuum systems to significantly ease the cleaning workload, now is definitely the time. Unlike traditional vacuums that always need to be within reach of an electric outlet and require being emptied constantly, a house-wide system can reach practically anywhere without the tangle of cords or the never-ending process of emptying bags. Plus, it can add some value to your home. Before buying, however, it is important to understand the differences between systems and how effectively different types of power units can serve your purposes.
One of the most important factors for picking a system is the size and age of your house. Assuming you aren’t starting from scratch by building a new home, you will need to assess how easily a piping system can be run throughout the house if originating in the garage or basement where the power unit will be located. Older houses with tight crawl spaces will be difficult, whereas newer homes with drywall and floor-to-floor wiring and plumbing plans can be easy. In fact, if you are comfortable enough following some instructive literature and videos, you may even be able to install a system yourself. The tubing should run to three or four wall ports per floor, where you will connect a hose than will be able to reach around 30 feet.
