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Capital Vacuums
4.3(
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian was very through and did an excellent job on my carpets, especially the one in the family room which quite soiled. He was very professional and charged a fair price. I will hire them again."
Carpet Cleaning
Tile & Grout Cleaning
Grout Sealing
Grout Coloring
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Symmetry A, Inc.
4.7(
360
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"A prompt service all around! Jim called me within the hour of me placing the request on Angi. He sent in a couple of techs that very afternoon to check it out. It turns out that the door lock system was beyond repair. Jim brought in a new panel that afternoon and had it installed right away. The 2 techs stayed on past 5pm to ensure that the job gets done on the same day. Highly recommend Jim and his team for a fast and reliable service."
Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
A Plus Heating & A/C
5.0(
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely the most honest, professional and best company. Ernie is reasonable and realistic - he will tell you what you need, not oversell you. Great people to talk to and provide you with an understanding of the work. I would highly, highly recommend this company. It's a father/son duo and they get in, get the work done right, and get you up and running. Hands down the best HVAC company around the Capital Region."
Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Empire CleanMaster a Full Service Company
New to Angi

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Empire CleanMaster specializes in residential cleaning service throughout the capital district area. In business since 2001, we have become a benchmark of customer service and trade excellence. Along with our Carpet Cleaning services, we also offer great deals on Tile and Grout Cleaning & Sealing, Marble Flooring Restoration & Cleaning, Pressure Washing, Grease Removal and all your general janitorial needs. Empire CleanMaster specializes in commercial work as well.

Pierce Mechanical Service
New to Angi

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Pierce Mechanical Service is your trusted Air Conditioning and Heating Service, Repair, and Installation Company in Columbia County and the surrounding communities of Albany, Greene, and Rensselaer counties.\n\nFrom furnaces to A/C units, to air cleaners, to any kind of home comfort product, people depend on an HVAC system to keep them comfortable throughout the year. It's that dependence upon HVAC systems that make reliable HVAC support essential. With so many people depending on their HVAC systems and reliable support of these systems, we at Pierce Mechanical Service take a lot of responsibility in providing the best service possible!!!!

Response time2 days
Central Vacuum Systems questions, answered by experts

It can be difficult to know right away if your central vacuum is clogged since it operates quietly compared to regular vacuums. However, there are a couple of signs you can look for. If you feel like it’s losing suction or isn’t cleaning effectively, then there’s likely a clog somewhere. 

Make sure you turn the vacuum on and feel the end of the hose handle. If you don’t feel any suction, then you’re dealing with a clog in the hose. You can see if the clog is further down in the system by attaching the hose to each outlet until you find the one with the least amount of suction.

While caulking is handy for quite a bit of jobs, it’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.

Large repairs that caulking typically won’t do well with include cracks or holes larger than a 1/4 inch, rotted wood, or metal surfaces, such as garage doors.

The disadvantages associated with central vacuums start with cost. They are expensive to install, especially in existing homes, as retrofitting requires opening walls. The system's bulky hoses can also be inconvenient to maneuver and store compared to portable vacuums. Additionally, repairs may need professional service, adding to maintenance costs. Lastly, while powerful, they may be overkill for smaller homes or apartments, making the investment less practical for some households.

Common repairs for central vacuum cleaners include motor repair, electrical repair, and blocked filters. Central vacuum motor issues typically come with a burning smell and loss of suction. With these issues, you might need simple lubrication to keep it running smoothly, or for more extreme problems, you could need a motor replacement. 

Electrical problems or losing suction strength, might be reasons to swap out electrical components for new ones. However, a local central vacuum repair professional can tell you the best plan of action for your system.

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.

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