Does a central vacuum use more electricity?

• <div><p>They’ll use more electricity than the average upright vacuum, but not remarkably more. Most power units plug into a standard 120-volt outlet and don’t have significant power demands. You shouldn’t notice an increase in electricity bills. If you have any specific questions about energy costs, ask your installer as you examine purchase decisions. Larger power units will need more electricity for their suction levels.</p></div>

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Q: What types of repairs don’t require caulking?

• <div><p>While caulking is handy for quite a bit of jobs, it&rsquo;s still limited. Any crack or gap larger than 1/4 inch is best left for a more intensive repair job. When you hire house painters, they should run a thorough check to see what they need to repair before they start the job.</p><p>Large repairs that caulking typically won&rsquo;t do well with include cracks or holes larger than a 1/4 inch, rotted wood, or metal surfaces, such as garage doors.</p></div>

Q: Does a central vacuum use more electricity?

• <div><p>They&rsquo;ll use more electricity than the average upright vacuum, but not remarkably more. Most power units plug into a standard 120-volt outlet and don&rsquo;t have significant power demands. You shouldn&rsquo;t notice an increase in electricity bills. If you have any specific questions about energy costs, ask your installer as you examine purchase decisions. Larger power units will need more electricity for their suction levels.</p></div>

Q: Why has my central vacuum lost suction?

• <div><p>If your central vacuum has lost suction, you probably have a clog in the system. You can remove a clog yourself using a portable vacuum cleaner or central vacuum maintenance sheets. Stubborn clogs or damage to the system require a specialized technician to repair.</p></div>

Q: Is it cheaper to fix a vacuum or buy a new one?

• <div><p>Whether talking about a whole-house central vacuum or a portable vacuum cleaner, the expected cost of major repair work should always be balanced against its replacement cost. However, excluding high-cost motor replacements or major electrical trouble, repairs on a central vacuum system are typically far less than the cost of purchasing and installing a new one.</p></div>

Q: Is a portable vacuum the same as a central vacuum?

• <div><p>No. Only the hose or the attachments are portable in a central vacuum system. A portable vacuum is a standalone model like a stick, canister, or upright. A central vacuum system is defined by a central power unit, which is installed in one place like an AC unit, and the connected network of piping to funnel the suction.</p></div>

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Al arrived on time, and was friendly . He measured the apartment, while discussing everything included in the job. His team showed up the next morning, and got started. They went above and beyond, painted more surfaces than I expected & it looked neat & clean. By day 2, everything was finished,...
Marioni Custom Painting
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Reviewed in December 2020
Grant was great and on time. Very professional. He even offered to fix my doorbell button. Very clean and organized. I would def hire again. My door looks so nice!
Nice Price Remodeling
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Reviewed in August 2020
They are very professional, They were quick, they clean up after themselves, made it nice, very polite, and made sure they didn't make a mess.
Bricks Chimney and Duct Services
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Reviewed in November 2017
Very prompt and personable. Worked quickly and cleaned up after the job. Will hire them again when needed. Highly recommend Cobalt Electric.
Cobalt Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2017
Great! Money well spent. Great outcome and trustworthy. We trust Camilla to come to our house and clean during the day while we are at work. It's always a nice day when you can come home to sparkling clean kitchens and bathrooms, clean carpets and made beds! Would definitely recommend!
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Reviewed in June 2016
Techs were on time, clean,professional and everything went as expected...We have been dealing with Bill at Campbell Comfort a long time...always provides the service you expect
CAMPBELL COMFORT SYSTEMS INC
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Reviewed in August 2015
Wonderful! Even my neighbors were impressed with how they cleaned up in the gutter in the street. They did such a good job!
Pressman Home Services
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Reviewed in June 2015
Great job. Work exceeded my expectations. Completed in a timely manner and clean up was exceptional.
Bryan's Handyman & Home Improvement Service
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Reviewed in August 2013
Prompt, explained all details, cleaned up after themselves.
Bovio Rubino Service
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Reviewed in July 2013
The workmanship was very good. They were clean and precise. Communication probably needs to be improved.
Almand Brothers Concrete Inc
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