The World's Greatest Vacuum Store?

John Gregory

Owner Capital Vacuums & KickAssVacuums.com

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No Compromise when it comes to your Vacuum Cleaner & Your Home

Posted by John Gregory on Mon, Mar 7, 2011 @ 11:03 AM

I have a friend who writes a blog for the local newspaper. The name of his blog is "The Uncompromised." He writes about people, services and products that he calls "Uncompromised." I read his blog whenever I get a chance and when I think of it. It usually has a positive, inspirational message. I always read it to give myself an edge or as a motivator to do a little more in my business. I always thought about how it relates to the way I run my business but never gave too much thought to the products and services we sell.

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Of course we are always concerned about the quality of our products and services,  I don't think there is another company around that cares as much as we do about customer satisfaction. I just never gave much thought to how much that word relates to the experience we are trying to provide at Capital Vacuums. That is until a customer told me that they would "never compromise" again when it comes to their vacuum cleaner.  

The customer came into our store looking for a specific tool for his vacuum cleaner that had worn out form using it regularly. We didn't have the specific brush in stock but we offered a few other attachments and the option of ordering the exact attachment he was looking for. This was the customers response, " I was always one to purchase a cheap $100 vacuum and replace it with another cheap $100 vacuum. Then about Four years ago my father in law gave us an expensive $1000 vacuum. After using that vacuum for the past four years, I will NEVER COMPROMISE again when it comes to my vacuum cleaner." 

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Wow! Why didn't I think of that!

In the vacuum cleaner business and carpet cleaning business for almost 30 years and never once did I use those two simple words when explaining why someone would use our products and services. We'll leave the details about what uncompromised is to his blog (plus you'll probably know it when you experience it - if you are paying attention), but there are a few areas where most of us would agree there is no room for compromise and one of them is our home.

The quality of your vacuum cleaner is not something you want to compromise. As much as we may or may not want to use it or think about it, you will be using that vacuum cleaner for A Long Time!

Never Compromise, find the right vacuum cleaner for your home and your cleaning habits. 

Look for the Vacuum Cleaner cleaner that;

  1. Cleans well - obviously very important to find the vacuum cleaner that gets the dirt out. Don't Compromise!
  2. Is EASY to use - you can have a vacuum cleaner that cleans well but if you can't figure it out or hate using it, what good is it? There are a lot of easy to use Vacuums available. Don't Compromise!
  3. Lasts a long time - you will be vacuuming for a long time . You should get a vacuum cleaner that is going to last. Instead of having to spend time at the repair shop or shopping for a new vacuum in a year or two. Get a vacuum that will last 10-15-20 years, they are available. Don't Compromise!

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Be sure to find a "No Compromise" vacuum cleaner store. That is where you should get your vacuum cleaner. It might take a little time and a few visits but they do exist. Visit a few of the Vacuum cleaner stores in your area and you'll know if you are in a "No Compromise" store.

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One More Time with The Happy Carpet Cleaning Customers

Posted by John Gregory on Tue, Mar 1, 2011 @ 21:03 PM

Our Customer like to tell us how happy they are with our Carpet Cleaning service.

"I was very happy with our cleaning of our carpets and furniture.  I would definitely use the company again, as well as refer to friends.  The customer service was also ver professional and dedicated to high quality service." - Janice L. Carpet Cleaning Customer Nassau NY
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"It was some time ago that your company did my small carpet cleaning job. But the technician was very efficient and the job was done very well. I would use your company again and thank you!" - Keith B. Carpet Cleaning Customer Clifton Park NY
"Thanks for the courteous service, flexiblity and the fair pricing" - BL Carpet Cleaning Customer Cohoes NY
"I appreciate the personal service" Mike M Carpet Cleaning Customer Scotia NY
"Marty and Dave worked very hard to ensure our satisfaction. They were professional, affable, knowledgeable, courteous and helpful. We will use your services again when needed nbecause we received a very straight forward answer as to the degree of restoration we could expect" - Joe M Ballston Spa Carpet Cleaning Customer

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Our First "Ron The Repairman" Vacuum Cleaner Commercial

Posted by John Gregory on Fri, Feb 25, 2011 @ 15:02 PM

Ron The Repairman's YouTube Debut

This is the first "Ron The Repairman" Capital Vacuums youtube commercials. Belive it or not, this was done in one take! Wow! I gotta tell you Ron, that was awesome!

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"Ron the Repairman" is part of the Capital Vacuums Experience. Ron is a Major reason why Capital Vacuums is The World's Greatest Vacuum Cleaner Store!

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Upright Vacuum Cleaner or Canister Vacuum Cleaner

Posted by John Gregory on Wed, Feb 23, 2011 @ 20:02 PM

One of the most common questions we are asked at our Vacuum Store is "should I get an upright or a canister vacuum cleaner?" or "which one cleans better an upright or canister vacuum cleaner?" The second question is easy to answer. They both clean pretty much the same. Depending on which make and models you are comparing, either one will get out the same amount of dirt.

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The first question is not quite as easy to answer.  It really is a matter of preference. The difference between Upright and Canister vacuum really depends on how you want to use your vacuum cleaner,  what are your cleaning habits, what is your house like or what are you looking to clean with your vacuum.

Some people use the vacuum cleaner just for the carpet and flooring and usually an upright vacuum will work okay for that individual.

Others use the vacuum as a tool to clean the entire home. In addition to the flooring (carpets, hardwoods, tile etc..), they use the vacuum for cleaning above the floor also.  A canister is a better choice for this kind of cleaning.  It is easier to to use a canister vacuum for cleaning the stairs, cleaning the furniture, dusting the walls, cleaning the car ect..

There are a lot of real good vacuum cleaners available today. There actually has never been a better time than right now to purchase a new vacum cleaner. 

The best vacuum cleaners are available at your local vacuum store. To be sure you're getting the right vacuum cleaner for your individual needs, you need to visit your local vacuum store. The vacuum store is the ONLY place to shop for a vacuum.

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Central Vacuums - The Ultimate in Convenience

Posted by John Gregory on Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 18:02 PM

Central Vacuums are the ultimate in power and convenience. Central vacuums can be installed in both new and existing homes and offer a number of great benefits:
  • Excellent filtration - 100% of the dirt picked up is removed from your living area
  • Easy to use (no heavy vacuum body to carry)
  • Powerful and deep cleaning
  • Quiet
  • Long Lasting

A central vacuum with a complete set of attachments lets you clean the whole house. It's powerful enough to clean every corner of the floor, and lightweight enough to clean every corner of the ceiling!

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Take our advice

Whether you purchase from us or not, don't buy your central vacuum on the internet or from a builder. You won't get the right product, and you won't get the service that you deserve.

We're the only vacuum shop in the Albany area that installs what we sell. We guarantee professional installations, and draw on over 30 years experience.

Take our advice

Whether you purchase from us or not, don't buy your central vacuum on the internet or from a builder. You won't get the right product, and you won't get the service that you deserve.

We're the only vacuum shop in the Albany area that installs what we sell. We guarantee professional installations, and draw on over 30 years experience.

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Easy Steps To A Clean Carpet

Posted by John Gregory on Tue, Feb 22, 2011 @ 17:02 PM

Has the Carpet been neglected?

Four Easy Steps to a Clean Carpet

1) Vacuum, Vacuum, Vacuum - Vacuum the carpet often with a GOOD Vacuum. Vacuuming removes the granular dirt that will cause premature wear.

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2) Have The Carpets PROFESSIONALLY Cleaned - Professional cleaning by an IICRC Certified Firm should be done every 6 to 18 months depending on the traffic.

3) Remove Spots Immediately - Spots that are not immediately removed can turn into permanent ugly stains.

4) Apply Carpet Protection - To keep your carpet cleaner longer, have protector reapplied each time you have your carpet professionally cleaned.

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Our Carpet Cleaning customers say it best

Posted by John Gregory on Mon, Feb 21, 2011 @ 07:02 AM

"On time as promised. The gentleman was polite and left no mess. Went out of his way to help."

- Rosemary E.


 

"John, it's always been a pleasure doing business with you. I've been bringing my vacuum cleaners to you for repairs for years now, and you always return them in perfect working order, and for very reasonable charges. I also appreciate that fact that you never attempt to sell me a new vacuum if my current one is repairable. I also hired your establishment to deep-clean my carpets throughout my house, and I was very happy with those results, also. And again, the price was very reasonable. I am also appreciative of the fact that you will take old vacuum cleaners and repair them to donate to worthwhile causes. I think this is very admirable."

- Martha C., Albany, NY

"Mike was one of the nicest [people] I've ever had come to my home. He was courteous [and] clean. We were well satisfied with everything."

- Doreen B.


"Marty was terrific [and] the finished job is great! The floor [and] grout look brand new (just like Marty said it would). I'll recommend your services everytime. You were clean, timely, [and] professional start-to-finish. Our floor [and] grout look brand new."

- Steve R.

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Our Customers Say It Best - Carpet Cleaning

Posted by John Gregory on Sat, Feb 19, 2011 @ 22:02 PM

I didn't say it, The customers said it.

"The representative was very likeable and did an overall great job." - John M. Albany NY Tile and Grout Cleaning customer

"Been using Capital Vacuums services for a while and haven't been disappointed yet. Great Service." - Elizabeth D. Carpet Cleaning Customer Altamont NY

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"We had a great experience with your team more than once. You are our Go-To Carpet Cleaning Place! I love how responsive you are to coming out to clean our carpets. Most of all MARTY IS GREAT!" - Nanette K. Guilderland  NY Carpet Cleaning Customer

"Thanks for doing a GREAT job. The cleaning was excellent!" - Janice M. Latham NY Carpet Cleaning Customer

"I like Everything about Capital Vacums! Wonderful people and a Great Business!" - Kathleen W. Carpet Cleaning Customer Albany NY

"Great Guys! Locally owned busines, reasonable prices. Good work.

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I couldn't say it any better - Carpet Cleaning Edition

Posted by John Gregory on Tue, Feb 15, 2011 @ 19:02 PM

I didn't say it.  The customers said it.

"My carpets looked awesome! The same day service was great" - Mark M. Carpet Cleaning customer Cohoes, NY

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"Capital Vacuums did a very thorough job cleaning my carpets" - Barbara P. Carpet Cleaning Customer Delmar, NY

"Great customer relationship with John & Ron. Both know who I am when I call and can address any questions innediately.  There aren't many businesses left today that I can say this about." - Jill G. Customer Albany, NY

"Convenient making an apointment. Always willing to help out & arrange package deals/discounts" - Kathy L. Carpet Cleaning Customer Watervliet, NY

"The gentleman on the phone when making appointment was very helpful, so was the gentleman who came to clean my carpets. They were all very friendly" - Darlene D. Carpet Cleaning Customer Albany NY

"I have always been pleased with Capital Vacuums. I am a repeat customer. I appreciate the high quality of the workmanship and the courtesy of technicians" - Chellie G. Tile and Grout cleaning customer Saratoga Springs, NY

"Capital Vacuums is the poster child for best in business. Honest. Fair. thorough. effective. efficient. The Capital Vacuums staff cleaned my carpets & Upholstery to perfection and gave the same attention as they would to their own. My furniture and rugs always look brand new!" Rachel H. Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Customer Albany, NY

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I couldn't say it any better - Tile and Grout cleaning edition

Posted by John Gregory on Fri, Feb 11, 2011 @ 13:02 PM

I didn't say it. The happy customer said it.

"You guys are the best! Everything you do, carpet cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, furniture cleaning.  You did a GREAT job on omy bathroom floors, my carpets and muy furniture!" - Jacqueline W. Carpet, Upholstery, Tile and grout cleaning customer Coxsackie, NY

"In 2 or 3 Hours our kitchen was transformed. Our black grout was changed to the original color" - Joe G. Albany NY Tile and Grout Cleaning customer

"PROFESSIONAL, PROMPT, PARTICULAR, POLITE PEOPLE TO DEAL WITH, describes CAPITAL VACUUMS. Our ceramic kitchen and bathroom floors were in extremely bad shape. They were installed 44 years ago and the grout was never sealed. We thought there was no hope. A local tile company referred us to CAPITAL VACUUMS. Well, they came in and stripped, cleaned and sealed the floor. They did a beautiful job. Floors looked like new. Then, they proceeded to clean the carpets and again a great job. If a 5 star was the best I could give them, I would still give them a 10."

- Barbara

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"My tile floors looked like new. I was ready to replace the tile because I never thought I could get the grout clean, but you saved me a lot of time and money. Thank you."

- Stacey R.



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