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Building or Remodeling is the Right Time for Central Vacs- ebuild (10/20/2006)
- Although 70 percent of central vacuum systems are purchased for new homes, approximately 800 independent Beam Central Vacuum System dealers throughout the U.S. are trained to install systems in virtually any existing home. Complete systems installed start at around $1,000. Hartley says installation often is easier during a renovation project such as a kitchen or bathroom makeover. Like many kitchen and bath upgrades, installation of a central vacuum system also increases the value of the home.
- Control Allergies in the Home
- ebuild (10/20/2006)
- The manufacturer of Beam Central Vacuum Systems has tabbed one of the nation's leading experts on allergies to outline steps allergy patients can take to reduce their exposure to allergens in the home. Dr. James Sublett, M.D says environmental control includes removing dust, pollen and other allergens from surfaces and capturing allergens that are airborne. He recommends use of pleated furnace filters, built-in central vacuum systems allergen proof bedding covers and humidity control as effective tools.
Allergy Sufferers, Veterinarians Manage Dander with Beam- ebuild (10/20/2006)
- According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI), as many as 10 million of the 100 million Americans who own pets are allergic to their dogs and cats. Yet 80 percent of pet owners keep their pets inside the home, triggering sneezing, itching, watery eyes, runny nose and a variety of other allergic reactions. Numerous allergy physicians and environmental organizations such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) say the use of central vacuum systems may help some patients live comfortably with pets in the home.
Eureka Helps Homeowners Get a Handle on Vacuuming- ebuild (10/19/2006)
- Optima is one of Eureka's progressive design initiatives to improve and invent the next "a-ha" features in vacuums. Led by Sandlin, Eureka's design team worked closely with ergonomic specialists to observe how people maneuver vacuums as well as to discuss how they vacuum and what they need. What Eureka found was that an upright vacuum's traditional heft and linear-shaped handle made maneuvering uncomfortable and difficult.
- Degrees of Clean
- DIGITAL HOME MAGAZINE (9/1/2006)
- The latest on central vacuum systems.
- Digital Selections In Brief
- DIGITAL HOME MAGAZINE (9/1/2006)
- Brief profiles of cutting-edge gear.
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