Why would I install that and I have already an ordinary vacuum cleaner?The Beam central vacuum have a suction power which is 5 times stronger than the ordinary vacuums with a filter able to prevent the passage of so small particles as small as 0.3 microns which is the size of the skin cells.The Beam vacuum central unit can be installed anywhere in the house, so there will be no noise wherever you are vacuuming and moreover it has a low sound level at about 60-73 dB and it has the option of being installed with a vent out to completely prevent the recirculation of dust and harmful allergens which is the main problem with the use of ordinary vacuum cleanersIt can live up to 30 years with a self cleaning filter, its collection bag or bucket range from 15 to 24 litres so it needs to be cleaned twice or once per year!! Research done by the “University of California” has proved that it improves all nasal, eye and sleep symptoms due to indoor pollution and even ameliorate the allergic symptoms, that people with pets suffer from due to the presence of hair from their pets in the air.How to use it?It is much easier to use as there are several sockets in several places so, you would just need to plug the vacuum hose where you want to vacuum without the need of carrying the canister around with you. It is also much quieter than the ordinary vacuum as the central unit, which already produces much less noise, is far away from where you are vacuuming.It could be used to vacuum anything starting from bread crumbs on the kitchen floor using the awesome automatic dust pan which sucks away the particles at the press of a button with the toe to vacuuming the suits. With the Beam central unit comes a 9m hose and cleaning parts for carpets, floors, upholstery, blinds, cars, clothes, computers and even pets.
Maintenance:As I mentioned before the Beam Vacuum cleaner has a self cleaning filter which doesn’t need to be changed or cleaned and could work for 20-30 years!!There are only the brushes of the carbon motor, which make the motor go around for about 500 hours, so depending on use it could last from 3-20 years and it costs less than 30$ to replace.Installation:It can be installed in any house old or new without much trouble in a couple of hours or could be self- installed in the weekend if you are fairly handy. Additional advantages: Since it is a built-in appliance it will increase the value of your home should you think about reselling, and of course you could take it with you if you want.Recycled materials were used in the manufacturing of this product, and moreover the American lung association has required that in residencies where there are more than 70% carpets are used that a central vacuum should be installed.
What is a central vacuum system?
A central vacuum system lets you clean rooms without carrying around a portable vacuum. You take a hose and brush head from room to room, hook it up to a special inlet in the wall, and vacuum.
Plastic tubing runs through the walls and connects to a central unit receptacle where dust and debris are stored. These central units can be located in out-of-the-way places like a garage, basement, or storage room. You choose the location to install it.
You also can choose how you want to install the plastic tubing that carries dirt and debris to the centralized receptacle.
And you choose the location of the wall inlets where the vacuum head and hose hooks up. The amount of inlets you install depends on the square footage of your rooms. Usually, there is one hookup for every 600 square feet.
Once the whole system is installed, you’re ready to vacuum. Plug the hose and power brush into a wall inlet, and turn on the vacuum (the on button is usually located on the brush handle). You don’t have to go to the central system to turn it on. It’s always on standby, waiting for you to turn on the vacuum via the brush handle.
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If you have never considered a central vacuum system for you home, now may be the time. According to the E.P.A., indoor air quality is 3-5 times worse than outdoor air quality due to indoor air pollutants like animal dander, dust mites, mold and pollen contributing to allergic conditions and other health problems. Since most people spend well over 90% of their time inside, keeping the interior of a home free from dust and allergens is a critical component in maintaining a healthy living environment. Using a central vacuum system, can significantly reduce exposure to these harmful airborne particles by removing 100% of the vacuumed dirt and debris from the living area. Portable vacuum cleaners remove dust, dirt and debris from the surface, but fine dust particles become airborne and can remain in the air for at least an hour after vacuuming, possibly aggravating allergy symptoms. Years of research have confirmed that homes cleaned with a central vac reduce the risk of allergies, sneezing, asthma, coughing, dizziness, lethargy and even digestive problems.
Central vacuum systems work by transporting dirt, debris and dust particles through a simple network of tubing that runs through the walls and is deposited into a dirt canister while the remaining fine dust particles are vented outside or captured into a high-performance filter so that dirt and odors are not re-circulated into the home. The in-wall tubing is easily installed during construction or added to an existing home in less than one day with no structural modifications needed. The power unit then attaches to the tubing, typically in a basement, providing the suction power for the vacuum system. Inlet valves, which are wall outlets for the hoses, are placed in the wall where homeowners would
The hose connects through an inlet valve in the wall, which at first sight almost looks like an electrical outlet. The hose plugs into the wall and the homeowner can add one of many different attachments to the end of the hose. Central vac systems come with many more attachment and accessory options than a traditional upright vacuum making it easier to reach high areas such as ceiling fans and in between tight crevices with only one tool.
Standard hoses are 30′ and are typically stored in closets or other storage areas. However, a new product offered by H-P Products, the Hide-A-Hose retractable hose system stores the hoses within the walls of the home by harnessing the suction power from the power unit to retract the hose into the wall, thus eliminating the need to use storage space to store your hoses.
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Many homeowners would like to have a central vacuuming system, but they are concerned that they will not be able to afford it. They also worry about how they are going to get one, because they are uncertain about installation and other issues. The good news is that these kinds of problems may not really be bit problems at all, depending on what kind of home a person lives in, how it was constructed, and the age of it. It is certainly much easier to put a central vacuum system into a home that is being built than it is to install one in an already-created home. This does not mean, though, that a system like this cannot be put into a home that has already been built. It may take a bit longer and cost a bit more, though, so a consumer should be prepared for that. If a home is under construction at the time of the system installation, it simply goes into the walls at the same time as the plumbing and the wiring. This gives the installers plenty of space in which to work, and makes it much easier for them to do whatever they need to do to make sure that the central vacuum system is installed properly.
When installing a central vacuum system in an existing home the work can become a bit more difficult. It still must run through the walls, but now there is sheetrock and possibly even insulation in the way, depending on whether it is an interior or exterior wall and what type of construction the house actually has. Since the cost of something like this is going to be higher than in a home that is being built ? and where access to the inside of the walls is not a problem ? people who are thinking of doing this may want to get more than one quote for installation. For homeowners wanting to save money, it is possible to install a system without a professional to do it, but it can be much more difficult. Costs can also add up quickly if a homeowner gets partway through the job and then must call in a professional to take over because the homeowner is unable to finish. This is certainly a consideration for anyone thinking about doing this type of job on his or her own, and something that all homeowners thinking about the cost and benefits of a central vacuum should be aware of.
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