How do I know if my central vacuum is clogged?

• <div><p>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. </p><p>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.</p></div>

Do central vacuum systems add value to your home?

• <div><p>Yes, installing a central vacuum system typically adds value to your home. The ease of use, longevity, and superior suction power of a central vacuum system can add up to <b>$2,000</b> to your home’s value if you decide to sell. Potential buyers may consider the central vacuum a perk to purchasing your home.</p></div>

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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>

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: How many years does a central vacuum last?

• <div><p>One advantage of a central vacuum system is that it can last for a very long time, especially when it&rsquo;s well-maintained. You can expect a high-quality system to last at least 20 years. At this time, you may need to replace the main power unit, but the central vac system can continue functioning with new parts.</p></div>

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Reviewed in October 2023
work was professional done, clean up was excellent, overall service I would diffently use again
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Reviewed in October 2022
It is not an understatement to say that my apartment needed a very deep cleaning. Carmen and her amazing crew were fantastic. Other companies were bidding on the cleaning at $100 total (which is absolutely not realistic and made me think there would be add-on fees, etc. Care-More Cleaning gave...
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Reviewed in November 2021
Love Purely Clean! Very detail oriented. I will be booking again and Would definitely recommend.
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Reviewed in June 2021
Very professional cleaning service. Our office looked great! Als team was professional and time efficient and I would recommend them highly.
Spot On Building Services
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Reviewed in March 2018
Workers arrived early ahead of schedule and were waiting for me on the front porch. I felt I should have been notified that the workers would be early. I lost a half hour cleaning time as a result. The cleaning job was satisfactory Note: The workers left without locking the windows shut....
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Reviewed in October 2015
Vania and her team are kind, professional, responsible, and they do a great job cleaning up after our toddler. When we had our tub refinished, the contractor told us to use diluted dish soap to clean it, and when I went to tell Vania's team about it the next week, she was already using exactly...
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Reviewed in October 2013
We called New Age on a Thursday because a prior electrician (who had done good work for us two years ago) started the job but would not come back to finish it. His (former? never did get this cleared up) employer said they would send somebody out to determine what needed to be done to finish...
New Age Lighting
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Reviewed in October 2013
Very good experience. Their first visit was scheduled just as a rain storm hit. They had to reschedule my appointment. When the came a week later they arrived right on time. They took about 90 minutes to completely power wash my house. The results were great. All the green pollen and mildew...
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Reviewed in July 2013
Timely, professional, and clean. Friendly; didn't try to up-sell us too hard (but they do try to up-sell so be ready).
Long Home Products
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