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Pricing for Central Vacuum Systems: Have We Got a Proposal for You!

Usually on Halloween we have a costume contest at Central Vacuum, but this year we did something a little different.  Everyone who wanted to participate was given a small pumpkin and asked to decorate it with items they found in the store.  Our employees are so creative...

This is good news for our customers because no matter what you are looking for, what you need, or what your problem is, they will get to work to find a creative solution just for you.  And now we have made their job and your response just a little easier.  Next week we are launching a brand new feature.  When you ask for a quote from Central Vacuum Stores,  one of our employees will carefully look at what you need and send you our usual customized proposal.  But now, each one will have a link. If you like what you see on the proposal, just click the link and voila you will be taken to our website and all the items on the quote will be automatically added to the shopping cart for you.  If you still have questions or are unsure about the items on the quote, just call us and we will send you a second or third or fourth...however many it takes to get just what you want. 

Now Take a look at some of the entries in our first ever Pumpkin Decorating Contest.

Imperium Central Vacuum System with Two Powerful Motors

There are some things you can never have too much of...like chocolate cake...and chocolate truffles...and chocolate pie...and well, chocolate anything.  My grand-daughter, Isabelle,(pictured here) obviously thinks there is no such thing as too many hair bows! You've heard the expression "less is more"...for Isabelle, more is more.   She must take after her grandpa, because for years Roger has been telling customers that no one ever calls him back to complain  their central vacuum system has too much power!  So,according to Roger, you can never have too much power from your central vacuum system. 

Lindsay Manufacturing must agree with him because our new Imperium central vacuum system CV1500-400 is a monster when it comes to power.  It has 1268 Air Watts!  Yes, you read that right, 1268!  I think that makes it one of, if not, the most powerful residential system on the market. 

The CV15000-400 has (2) two Lamb Ametek (Commercially rated) Premier 7.2in Tangential By-Pass all metal motors giving you powerful suction of 1268 air watts. The CV15000-400 allows for (2) two users to vacuum simultaneously. The CV15000-400 is designed with a foam-lined motor compartment that dramatically reduces the sound coming from the power unit and also comes with a muffler giving you a sound rating of 74db, being the strongest and quietest 240 voltage central vacuum on the market.

The CV15000-400 and the CV1240 Dirt Canister are all steel construction and completely manufactured in the USA. The versatility of the dual canister allows you to mount the motor pod above the dirt canister, next to the dirt canister, or even in a separate location.

The Imperium also features a patented Air Channel, which allows a plastic can liner to be used inside the dirt canister making emptying the can less hassle and less mess.

 

More Truth About Venting Central Vacuum System Exhaust

The following was taken from a Vacuflo bulletin.  Vacuflo is one of the leaders in the central vacuum industry.  We have been an authorized Vacuflo dealer for years and thought we would pass this information along...

"Indoor Air Quality continues to remain a "hot topic" for builders and new homebuyers.  Energy efficient homes are tightly sealed to keep conditioned (heated and cooled air) in the home.  At the same time, this exterior wrap reduces air exchange in the home.  A recent trend by some builders has been to connect "exhaust -type" appliances into a home air recovery system.  Typically they are connecting appliances with a high CFM rating. We have seen an increase in the number of inquiries regarding central vacuums and how they affect the air exchange in the home.  It is important to understand that a central vacuum exhausts much less air than bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans as well as clothes dryers - as shown in the table below.
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 HOME APPLIANCES AND AIR REMOVAL RATE (Cubic Feet Per Minute)
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Typical 10’ x 10’ Bathroom Fan                                                             

100 CFM
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Average Kitchen Range Hood Exhaust Fan                                              

175 to 250 CFM
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New Large, High-Powered Range Hood Exhaust Fan                                

600 to 1000+ CFM
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Average Clothes Dryer                                                                           

175 to 200 CFM
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Typical Operating Central Vacuum System                                               

55 to 60 CFM
(with tubing, hose, and powerhead installed)                                                       
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The benefits of a central vacuum system that removes 100% of vacuumed dirt and allergens from the home far outweigh the low volume of air being expelled from the system. 

How does this affect the Central Vacuum Installation?
If a builder is concerned about the CFM of the central vacuum system, you need to share this information with them.  To sum it up, the central vacuum moves such a low volume of air compared to other common appliances it is not a concern.  However, if a builder is connecting fans and clothes dryers to an air recovery system, you may want to discuss the central vacuum CFM with them.  "

Central Vacuum PVC Adapters Get Approval from the Largest Central Vacuum Dealer in the Country

There is absolutely no doubt in the central vacuum industry that Gary's Vacuflo in Portland, Oregon is the largest central vacuum dealer in the country.  Gary has 4 locations in his market and has an impeccable reputation for quality work, so much so, his company was chosen to do installation work for Extreme Home Makeover!  Well, last week, Gary called and ordered a case of our 2x2 adapters that allow installers to use plumbing schedule 40 pvc pipe instead of vacuum tubing.  Selling these adaptors to Gary is kind of like selling steak to Ruth's Chris or chicken to KFC!  Gary emailed and told me they were using them in a residential installation...an old lighthouse that is 9 stories tall!

Roger developed our adapters several years ago and they are patent pending.  Initially they were met with skepticism by other central vacuum dealers.  We were surprised.  It wasn't like we were trying to trick anyone into buying them.  We sell vacuum tubing and adapters...vacuum tubing is actually more profitable than the adapters.  Roger just did his homework, consulted with engineers, and knew our commercial customers were requesting schedule 40 pvc pipe instead of vacuum tubing. He wanted to give our residential do-it-yourself customers the option to buy their own pipe locally. 

Today, finally, our adapters are gaining widespread approval in the central vacuum industry. We have had many other installers buy our adapters, but Gary's Vacuflo is the Big Kahuna Seal of Approval.  Also,  Lindsay Mfg. and Cen-Tec, two biggies in the business, include our adapters in their wholesale catalogs.  Other central vac manufacturers have told us they have been testing schedule 40 pvc in their laboratories for sometime, with only positive results. 

We have checked with numerous principalities across the country and so far they have all told us they will approve schedule 40 plumbing pipe for a vacuum installation.  If you are in doubt, here is a link that will give you the number of your local building department.  You can check with them before you decide on plumbing pvc or vacuum tubing. 

Sanitaire Vacuums Used By Tampa Bay Rays: You Go Rays

Today I stopped by my father's house.  He is 81 years old and has been a Tampa Bay Rays fan since their very first game. He was grinning from ear to ear.  Then I stopped by my daughter's house and my four year old grand-daughter said "Guess what Grandma, the Rays are going to the World Series!"

Better yet, Audrey, the Rays are bringing the World Series to us!  Central Vacuum Stores is located in St. Petersburg, Florida the home of the Tampa Bay Rays, and we are thrilled with their Cinderella Story this year...From Worst to First! 

Central Vacuum Stores has serviced and sold the Tampa Bay Rays vacuum cleaners since the team began. In fact, Tropicana Field is just up the street from our original storefront on Central Avenue.  Roger's dad, the founder of Central Vacuum Stores was a huge baseball fan (I can remember him sneaking away from the store to watch Spring Traning games at Al Lang Field).  If he were alive, he might be sporting one of those blue mohawks! 

In honor of the Tampa Bay Rays I thought I'd tell you about the Blue Sanitaire Professional Upright Vacuum Cleaners because, while the fans might be waving those brooms, the Rays have actually been using Sanitaire uprights to make a clean sweep.  These units are made for household as well as commercial use.  They are the traditional design that made Sanitaire a choice among commercial users.You might want to view our full line of Sanitaire Vacuum Cleaners.

Imperium Central Vacuum System Goes Green

When is red, green?  When the red is our Imperium CV7700 "green" central vacuum power unit. This is our newest addition to the Imperium product line.   Lindsay Manufacturing (one of the major players in the central vacuum industry) makes our Ruby Imperium central vacuum systems, and they have outdone themselves.  The new Imperium CV7700 has more green features than any central vacuum on the market.
It is made in the USA and is green built, has energy saving features, is recyclable, has recycled and recyclable packaging,  and has the Carpet and Rug Institutes Green Label for  Indoor Air Quality.  Learn more about the Imperium CV7700. 

While you are looking, don't miss our Green-Up Your House page with information on how you can recycle your central vacuum power unit.  If you do not  want to find your local recycling center, ship the unit to us and we will recycle it for you.  Just another service at Central Vacuum Stores

Central Vacuum Customer Satisfaction

Unlike this cartoon, at Central Vacuum Stores we spend a lot of time listening to our customers and finding out what they want.  A while ago we added a powerful search engine on our website which allows you to find exactly what you are looking for without having to click all over the website.  At the same time we also added a customer referral tool that gives our customers a chance to leave ratings and referrals for the products they purchase and the service they receive at Central Vacuum Stores.  Our surveys tell us internet shoppers are highly interested in what other people think, and thanks to all of you who share your experience at centralvacuumstores.com by  keeping a steady stream of emails coming ! (If I don't post your email right away, be patient...I've got quite a backlog)

Today I am so excited to tell you about yet ANOTHER new feature we will be rolling out on our website.  This week we will be adding "Related Items" to all our product pages.  This means when you use our search tool to find a product you will also find several items that will complement your purchase. Customers have always been able to find related items on our regular website pages, but now our search engine product pages will have the same feature.  This will be an ongoing project, so it may be a while before there are related items for all our products,  but the goal is always to give our customers the latest innovations available on the Internet. 

Joe Plumber Likes 2x2 Central Vacuum Adapter

If you saw the Presidential debate last night, you know that Joe the Plumber got a lot of air time. If you didn't listen to the debate...you need to go online today and really study the candidate's positions on issues that will affect us all, so you can make an informed choice.

Now I'll hop off my soap box.  Anyway, I Googled "Joe Plumber" today and you would not believe how many plumbers there are with the name Joe!  At Central Vacuum Stores we frequently do business with plumbers who also install central vacuum systems. Plumbers really like our 2 x2 adapter.   This adapter allows them to use PVC schedule 40 plumbing pipe for a central vacuum installation.  In honor of Joe the Plumber, we are offering a free $25 Central Vacuum Stores gift card to any plumber that places an order before election day, November 4th, and mentions this blog, even if your name is Stanley!  Call us today.  1-800-221-8227

Central Vacuum Service

Today was a first...I got an email from a satisfied customer who was so happy with Central Vacuum Stores he attached this song to the email: Download nobody_does_it_betterc_simon.mid I've said it before, and I'll say it again...our customers are the best!  Here are some more emails from our very satisfied customers...

My experience with Central Vacuum stores online was fabulous!   I took a chance on ordering replacement parts for my central vacuum, having never used this website before.  I had trouble deciding which part I needed so I placed a call.  The person I spoke with was very professional, very helpful and even called me back when she said she would!  How unusual in today's world.  I will definitely use this company again and will recomend to anyone I know.  Thank you for your great phone support and timely shipping.
Neil C.

Renee, I'm thrilled with the experience of purchasing the vacuum power head from your company.  The sales person I spoke with was so helpful in advising me exactly which part I needed, based on the info I could give him.  The purchase and delivery was handled expeditiously and I'm thrilled.  I've got you on my 'favorite places' for any future needs we might have for our central vac system.
Thank you.

It has been a pleasure to deal with your company from beginning to end.  Even when we needed to exchange or return parts you all were extremely efficient and helpful, and that was so appreciated.  I would whole-heartedly recommend your company.
Darrell C.

I received my order and everything was as I expected.  The system install was relatively easy and it works great.  You have exceeded my expectations.  The pricing was a major factor in my decision to purchase from you.  I expected less with a much lower price than your competitors but received more. Thanks and I will be sure to check your site in the future.
Rick

The products were great, your website was very informative, and your customer service was excellent.
Lisa S

This is the second time I've dealt with your company and both times you've been just great. I'd like to single out this last purchase for comment, one of the inlets you shipped had a defect that required replacement. I called your help line and no questions asked you shipped me a new inlet priority mail to replace the defective one. Recommending your company to others is a pleasure.Regards,
Tince T

I particularly appreciated your help in exchanging the part I ordered by mistake.   I am very disappointed that the most important part was not included in the box (that would be the little man to push the thing around my house ).  Seriously, GREAT experience working with your company.
Ruchelle

Miele Vacuum Cleaners Ship Free to Alaska and Hawaii

How exciting is this! The first of this year we began offering  free shipping on central vacuum systems to Canada. We have had such an overwhelming response from our Canadian customers, but we really wanted to offer this to our Hawaiian and Alaskan customers, too.    We had a customer in Alaska ask us if we could consider their state for free shipping since their Governor might be the next Vice-President.  And then of course, Hawaii is our favorite place on the face of the earth.  (Check out this picture of Roger on our last vacation there...you can see why we love Hawaii)  We have vacationed there several times and in 2004 we took the whole family to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary.  So, we really have been feeling bad that we could not offer Alaska and Hawaii free shipping. 

Well, we went to our shippers and worked with them to figure out how we bring our customers in Hawaii and Alaska free shipping, and beginning last week, all orders over $60 ship free to not only Canada, but Alaska and Hawaii, too. THIS INCLUDES ALL MIELE VACUUM CLEANERS!  There are some restrictions on ironing products, etc ...but all Miele vacuums ship free.   You can read our shipping policy here. 

At Central Vacuum Stores, we have longevity and are looking to build our business into the future, so keep checking back as we will continually be adding new products and services, like free shipping to Alaska and Hawaii, for our customers.