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Design a Custom Central Vacuum System by Square Footage

Not sure which central vacuum brand or model is right for your home? Start with your home's square footage. Browse central vacuum systems by recommended coverage area, then choose the installation components and cleaning accessories needed to complete your custom system.

As a conservative shopping guideline, consider selecting a power unit with a manufacturer-recommended coverage area of approximately twice your home's actual square footage. This allows additional capacity for basements, longer piping runs and potential future additions. Final sizing should also consider your home's layout and system design.

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Build Your Central Vacuum System in 6 Steps

Start with your home's square footage, then follow these steps to plan your installation and select the accessories that fit your cleaning needs.

  1. 01

    Choose Your Home's Square Footage

    Browse the square footage categories on this page to find central vacuum systems with an appropriate coverage rating. As a conservative guideline, consider a rating of approximately twice your home's actual square footage when comparing models.

  2. 02

    Add Your Inlet Valve Kits

    Plan approximately one inlet valve for every 675 square feet as an initial guideline. Actual placement should be based on your floor plan, hose reach and accessibility. Choose valve kits with or without central vacuum pipe.

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  3. 03

    Consider a VacPan Kit

    Make everyday kitchen cleanup easier by adding a VacPan automatic dustpan inlet. Simply sweep suitable dry debris toward the inlet for convenient collection.

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  4. 04

    Plan Your Outside Venting

    If your selected central vacuum system will be exhausted outdoors, consider an outside venting kit to help complete the installation. Review the power unit's venting requirements before ordering.

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  5. 05

    Choose Your Hose & Attachment Set

    Select an attachment set based on your flooring types, preferred hose length and cleaning needs. Consider adding a hose sock to help protect walls, furniture and other surfaces.

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  6. 06

    Add a Garage Cleaning Kit

    Extend the convenience of your central vacuum system to your garage. A garage cleaning kit can help you clean vehicle interiors, garage floors and other suitable areas.

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Choosing the Right System for Your Home

Square footage is a useful starting point, but selecting the right central vacuum involves more than matching a number. Consider your home's layout, piping distances, inlet locations and cleaning requirements before finalizing your power unit and installation components.

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Consider More Than Square Footage

A home's layout, number of floors, piping distances and cleaning needs can all affect system selection. Compare manufacturer specifications in addition to recommended coverage ratings.

02
Plan Your Inlet Valve Locations

Make sure your planned inlet valves provide convenient hose coverage throughout the home. Consider hallways, bedrooms, living areas, finished basements and other spaces you'll want to clean.

03
Complete Your Cleaning Setup

Choose attachments suited to your flooring types and cleaning tasks. Accessories such as VacPans, hose socks and garage cleaning kits can make your central vacuum system more convenient.

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Need Central Vacuum Installation Parts?

Browse our selection of central vacuum tubing, fittings, inlet valves and installation accessories to help complete your custom central vacuum system.

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With over 40 years of central vacuum experience, our team can help you compare power unit coverage ratings, review your home's layout and select the installation components needed for your custom system.

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