Central Vacuum Power Hose vs Air Hose: Which One Do You Need?
                     VACUUM PARTS CANADA BUYER'S GUIDE
CanaVac Central Vacuum
vs Portable Vacuums
Which is right for your Canadian home?
QUICK ANSWER
A CanaVac central vacuum is best for homeowners who want the
strongest suction, the quietest cleaning and no vacuum to carry
between rooms.
Portable vacuums win when you rent, don't want piping, or need
quick cleanups.
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2 How a Central Vacuum Works
The motor and dust collection move out of your living space
Power Unit Hidden Tubing Wall Inlets
1 Mounted in the garage, basement or 2 PVC tubes run inside your walls to 3 Plug in the hose; dirt travels to the
utility room inlet valves unit's canister
Stronger suction Quieter operation Cleaner indoor air Less to carry
Larger motor, not limited by being Motor is remote from the room you Exhaust and fine dust stay out of the Just a lightweight hose and tool in
carried clean living area hand
The trade-off: upfront cost and installation. If you rent, or your home is difficult to retrofit, a high-quality portable vacuum is often the more practical choice.
QUICK FAQS
Central vs regular vacuum? Is the pail emptied often? Can I retrofit Hide-A-Hose? Power hose = electric hose?
A central vacuum has a fixed power unit Less often than a portable. The In many cases yes. It generally needs Not always. An air hose carries suction
linked to wall inlets by hidden tubing, so ACAN590A has a 19 L (5 gal) dirt pail. attic or crawl-space access to route the only; an electric hose also powers an
you only carry a hose. tubing. electric nozzle.
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3 CanaVac ACAN590A
Signature Series power unit and complete package
Motor Tangential bypass with cooling fan
Suction 465 air watts · 136" water lift
Dirt pail 19 litres (5 gallons)
Sound level 69 decibels
Filtration Self-cleaning HEPA, up to 99.97% at 0.3 micron
Bag option Hybrid: with or without a bag; 3 allergen bags included
Coverage Homes up to 5,000 sq ft
Warranty 10 years on the power unit
Power unit only Package · 30 ft hose Package · 35 ft hose
$829.95 $929.95 $939.95
WHAT'S IN THE AIR PACKAGE (BLACK OR WHITE)
+ Crush-proof low-voltage hose + Hose rack + Turbo floor brush + Telescopic air wand + Deluxe floor brush
+ Dusting brush + Upholstery brush + Crevice tool + Clip-on tool caddy
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4 Choose Your Hose
The hose shapes your daily experience as much as the power unit does
Low-Voltage Air Hose Electric Hose Hide-A-Hose
35 ft crush-proof, with cover Suction plus power Retractable system
PRICE FROM KIT FROM
$169.98 $189.98 $439.98
Suction only; handle switch controls the unit Carries suction and a wired electrical Hose stored inside wall tubing; suction retracts
Pairs with air-driven turbine heads connection it
Fits any standard 1.5" inlet Powers an electric nozzle with motorized brush 30, 40, 50 & 60 ft hoses (from $159.98)
roll
2-way switch, 360° swivel handle Each inlet covers about 2,200–2,300 sq ft
Direct-connect models available No wiring, so it can be washed and dried
Best for: Best for: Best for:
Hard floors & area rugs Wall-to-wall carpet No coiling, no hose storage
Good to know:
Hide-A-Hose works only with its own RapidFlex and SmartSoc hoses. Inlets fit a standard 2x4 wall, and retrofits are often possible with attic or crawl-space access. Complete
CanaVac LS790 systems with Hide-A-Hose start from $1,549.95.
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5 Portable Alternatives
When a central vacuum isn't the right fit
CANISTER UPRIGHT CORDLESS STICK
Numatic Henry Xtra SEBO Felix Premium Airstream Stick
$699 $799 $349.95
Capacity 2.5 gal (9 L) Power 1,300 W · 102 CFM Weight 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg)
Suction 100" water lift Sound 68 dB Battery Lithium-ion
Sound 47 dB Power head 12" ET-1 Runtime Up to 25 min
Cord 33 ft, rewind Cord 31 ft, quick-release Filtration Cyclone HEPA
Filtration MicroTex + HepaFlo bags Special Detachable handheld unit Design 2-in-1 stick & handheld
Warranty Motor 10 yr* Warranty 5 yr parts & motor Best as Companion vacuum
*10-year motor warranty with NaceCare OEM bags (2 years otherwise); parts 10 years, labour 3 years.
Portable wins when you rent, don't want to run piping, or need something for quick cleanups.
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6 Side-by-Side & How to Choose
Match the machine to your home
VACUUM PRICE BEST FOR STANDOUT HOW TO CHOOSE
Choose a CanaVac central vacuum
CanaVac ACAN590A Whole-home cleaning up to 465 air watts, 19 L pail, HEPA You own your home and want the strongest suction and quietest
$929.95
CENTRAL 5,000 sq ft operation.
Add a retractable Hide-A-Hose
Hide-A-Hose kit Eliminating hose storage Hose retracts into the wall
From $439.98 Hose storage is your biggest frustration and you have attic access.
RETRACTABLE
Choose the Henry Xtra
Henry Xtra HVX200 Quiet, durable everyday 47 dB, 2.5 gal capacity
$699 Commercial-grade durability and very low noise, no installation.
CANISTER cleaning
Choose the SEBO Felix Premium
SEBO Felix Premium Mixed carpet and hard floors Detachable handheld unit
$799 Mixed carpet and hard floors; a lightweight upright.
UPRIGHT
Airstream Stick Vac Choose the Airstream stickQuick cleanups and stairs 4.85 lbs, cyclone HEPA
$349.95 A quick-grab cordless to pair with a full-size machine.
CORDLESS
Get the Right Vacuum for Your Home
Whole-home CanaVac, retractable Hide-A-Hose, or a portable Henry, SEBO Felix or Airstream. SHOP CANAVAC CENTRAL VACUUMS
Our team will help you match the right system to your home and budget.
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