Wire reinforced or Crush-Proof Hoses: Crush Proof hoses lighter, and cannot be damaged as easily and weigh less wire reinforced. Crush proof hoses can used in the garage since they are safe to run over with your car. However, wire reinforced hoses cannot kink, which might be helpful if you have to clean around large amounts of furniture. Wire reinforced hoses are more durable, but they can be damaged if large amounts of pressure is applied, but sometimes they can be returned to form with a rubber mallet.
Electric or Non-Electric: If you are going to be using a nozzle that requires an electric current to be provided, you need an electric hose. There are two types of electric hoses: pig-tail and direct connect. Pig-tail hoses are full electric hoses, but have to be plugged into an electric outlet as well as the suction inlet. At the end of the hose exists a cord to be plugged into an outlet that provides electricity for the power nozzle . These hoses can be used on any system, even if you were originally using a non-electric hose. Direct connect hoses replace the pig-tail setup by removing the cord and providing two prongs at the end of the hose that provide electricity. This type of hose can only be used if you installed Supervalves which include 110 vols of electricity in the inlet. The only case in which you would want a non-electric hose is if you chose to use a turbine nozzle. These are ideal if have little or no carpet in your home.
Hose Size: You need your hose to reach every part of your home. Depending on how many inlets you’ve installed, you might need a hose as large as 50ft. Most installations are designed to work with 30ft or 35ft hoses.
Storage and Protection: A hose hanger is recommended to keep your hose uncluttered and clean. Hangers are included in most central vacuum kits. A hose sock is another helpful tool. The sock slips over your hose and protects furniture and baseboards from being damaged by the hose.
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