The power unit is the heart of your central vacuum system — the motor-driven canister mounted in your garage, utility room, or basement that generates suction for every inlet valve in your home. Choosing the right unit means matching motor strength to your home's square footage, selecting the filtration type that fits your household, and knowing you have a local dealer who can install, service, and support it for years to come.

Swiss Boy Vacuum has been installing central vacuum systems across the Wasatch Front since 1963. We carry complete lines from BEAM, Vacuflo, and Intervac, along with replacement motors for existing systems. Whether you're building new, replacing an aging unit, or upgrading to a higher-performance system, we can recommend the right unit for your home and install it properly — or walk you through a DIY installation if you prefer.

How to Choose the Right Power Unit

The most important sizing factor is your home's square footage. As a general guide:

• Up to 2,500 sq ft — single-motor entry-level units
• 2,500–5,000 sq ft — single-motor mid-range units
• 5,000–8,000 sq ft — dual-motor or high-output single-motor units
• Over 8,000 sq ft — commercial-grade or multi-motor configurations

Beyond size, consider filtration type. BEAM's self-cleaning filter system requires no bags or filter changes. Vacuflo's disposable bag series (DB line) offers a hygienic no-touch emptying experience. Intervac systems are designed for straightforward performance in residential settings. If you have allergy or asthma concerns, filtration type matters as much as motor strength.

Not Sure Which Unit Is Right for Your Home?

Call us at 801-298-3656 or stop by our Bountiful showroom. We'll ask a few questions about your home's layout, existing piping (if any), and how you use your vacuum — and point you to exactly the right unit. We've done this for over 10,000 Utah homes and we're happy to do it for yours.