Vacuuming is a necessary chore to keep your home clean and free of dust and debris. However, traditional portable vacuum cleaners may not always provide the suction power, quiet operation and allergy ...

Q: I was touring a new home at an open house. One of the features that really interested me was the central vacuum system. It seems like one of these would be really handy. What's involved when you ...

I was touring a new home, and one of the features that really interested me was the central vacuum system. It seems like one of these would be really handy. What’s involved when you install a central ...

Dear Jim: I am considering a central vacuum system because of my children's allergies. Should I vent it outdoors even though it will suck air out of the house? Are more powerful models best even ...