It’s no secret that vacuum cleaners can be bulky and inconvenient. That why Graf Electric offers central vacuum system installation in Wichita, KS to make clean up easy. Not only is a central vacuum system powerful, lightweight and convenient, but evidence shows it also improves indoor air quality.
Graf Electric installs Dirt Devil and HP central vacuum systems for homes in the Wichita area. We also service all brands of central vacuum systems and Hide-A-Hose systems in existing homes and new construction.
What Is a Central Vacuum System?
Central vacuum systems, sometimes called in wall vacuum systems, are permanent fixtures installed in your home. A central vac consists of a powerhead, which is the piece you use to actually vacuum your home. The powerhead has long flexible tubing that allows you to clean large sections of floor without having to unplug and plug in the vacuum.
The central vac hose connects to PVC tubing located inside your home’s walls. When you vacuum your home, the dirt and debris travels through this tubing into to a receptacle in an out-of-the-way location in the home, usually the garage.
No more hauling a heavy vacuum from room to room. Inlets are placed around your home in convenient locations, so all you have to do is choose your attachment and connect the retractable hose where you need it.
Central vacuum hoses are lightweight, flexible, crushproof and they come in several lengths. Along with the attachment you choose, they’re the only part of the system you have to carry.
For added convenience, add a sweep pan to your central vac system and eliminate the need for using a dustpan. This discreet inlet can be installed along the baseboard in any room with hard-surface flooring. When you sweep the floor, just open the sweep pan with the foot switch and sweep the dirt in. The central vac will automatically kick on and suck all the debris away in a flash.
The vacuum motor is located in an area such as the garage or basement, so it’s much quieter and less disruptive than using a traditional portable vacuum. As with any vacuum, a central vac has a filter and vacuum bag that will need to be emptied periodically. Other than that, they require very little maintenance.
There are two types of central vacuum systems—filtered and cyclonic.
Filtered central vacuum systems can use a variety of filters such as cloth, screen or paper to clean the air from the vacuum. Some filtered units take bags which must be emptied at ¾ full, ensuring efficient suction and motor protection. In any filtered system, filters need to be cleaned and replaced regularly.
Cyclonic central vacuum systems use centrifugal force to separate the impurities from the air being taken in by the vacuum, and then deposits the dirt into a canister. These units are generally bagless.
What are the Benefits of Central Vacuum Systems?
- A central vacuum system can cost less than a high-end moveable vacuum and can add around $2,000 to your home’s resale value.
- Central vacuums are quiet. The motor, which is the main source of noise, is located in a discreet and out-of-the-way location. The only audible noise is from the vacuum head.
- Hoses are long enough to vacuum hard-to-reach places such as ceilings.
- Central vacuums are lightweight and easy to use because the hose is the only component moved around the home.
- Portable vacuums recycle vacuumed allergens back into the air outside through the exhaust which improves indoor air quality.
- Central vacuum motors can be up to three times stronger than the motors in moveable vacuums.
Hide-A-Hose Central Vacuum Systems
Hide-A-Hose central vacuum systems are central vacuums designed to make cleaning as convenient as possible. There’s no hauling, coiling or storing of the hose needed because it’s stored inside the wall. Simply pull out the amount of hose you need, connect an attachment and begin vacuuming. When you’re finished vacuuming, the suction from the unit will automatically retract the hose back into the PVC tubing installed within the walls of the home. Each central vacuum wall inlet can accommodate a 2300 square foot room, or they can be custom placed according to your needs.
Hide-A-Hose systems can be combined with any leading central vacuum unit manufactured today. If you already have a central vacuum system installed in your home, some plumbing replacements and sweep additions will need to be made.
Trust Graf Electric for Central Vacuum Installation in Wichita
Graf Electric has been serving homeowners in Wichita and the surrounding areas since 1968. Our knowledgeable and dependable staff is dedicated to providing excellent customer service. Contact us today at 316-686-2090 to get started with your central vacuum installation or service!
