The central vacuum hose is the single most visible part of your central vac system, but it often gets the least amount of attention and care when purchasing a unit or maintaining it over time. Many first time central vacuum owners don’t consider the hose to be the part of the vacuum they will interact with the most, and ultimately cut a corner here and there by getting poor attachments or purchasing a hose that is difficult to store and transport.
One of the most common problems is neglecting to purchase halfway decent accessories for your central vacuum hose in order to make your life much easier. The simple truth is that these hoses now represent the whole vacuum to their owner, and as such need to be convenient. They also need to be easily stored to avoid tripping over them. Some great models retract back into the wall, and others have their own cabinets or tables that are difficult to realize what they are used for.
The vacuum hose is, for all intents and purposes, the vacuum itself for a central vacuum user. In between emptying out and maintaining your motor it is most important to take good care of your hose in order to avoid getting holes punched in it, or several other unfortunate endings. Get good accessories to save you time and boost your morale, and between the two you will have a much more enjoyable and sustainable experience.
