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The average cost of a central vacuum cleaner is $1,785 when professionally installed. DIY systems begin at about $600. High-end central vacuums professionally installed cost more than $3,000.<\/p>\n
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$1,780 Installed<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Typical Range<\/p>\n $1,450 \u2013 $2,220<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Last Updated: Wednesday, January 12, 2022<\/p>\n Low<\/p>\n $600 \u2013 $1,440<\/p>\n<\/th>\n Average Cost<\/strong><\/p>\n $1,450 \u2013 $2,200<\/p>\n<\/th>\n High<\/p>\n $2,210 \u2013 $4,500<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n Sections: Overview | Product Costs | Installation Cost | DIY or Pro <\/p>\n <\/img><\/p>\n Central vacuum cleaner systems are also called whole house vacuums. They consist of a powerful vacuum unit located in the garage, basement or other out-of-the-way location.<\/p>\n PVC lines connect the stationary vacuum to floor or wall inlets located in strategic locations throughout the house. The vacuum hose is attached to the inlet to vacuum the zone.<\/p>\n Pros and Cons:<\/strong> These system are attractive to homeowners for two reasons.<\/p>\n They eliminate the need to lug a heavy vacuum unit from room to room or up the stairs. Instead, a lightweight handle and vacuum head with a 25-50 foot hose is easily moved from inlet to inlet. Hide a Hose is one high-end brand that includes retractable hoses in each inlet. Just the vacuum handle is moved from place to place for enhanced ease and convenience.<\/p>\n Central vacuums are much quieter since the power unit is located far from where you\u2019re vacuuming. Most won\u2019t wake a sleeping child or frighten a skittish dog.<\/p>\n Central vacuum cleaner price is higher than the cost of most premium portable units. That\u2019s the potential downside and why many homes do not have a central vacuum system.<\/p>\n Central Vacuum Cleaner Installation:<\/strong> The best time to install a central vacuum in a multi-story home is before drywall is hung. This makes it much easier and less costly to install the PVC piping in wall cavities to reach the upper-level vacuum inlets.<\/p>\n In a single-story home with a basement or crawlspace, the plastic pipe can be run through or between floor joists. The inlets are located in the floor, so the walls don\u2019t come into play.<\/p>\n What\u2019s Here:<\/strong> This central vacuum system cost estimate includes cost factors, retail cost of the vacuum systems and costs compiled from reliable estimating sites.<\/p>\n We\u2019re also gathering prices from readers that have had central vacuuming installed. Feel free to return once you\u2019ve installed a system to share your cost for the benefit of other readers.<\/p>\n Your cost to install central vacuuming will depend on the following:<\/p>\n Here are retail central vacuum cleaner costs for the units, tools and accessories.\u00a0Most homeowners buy a power unit and an attachment set separately, though some are sold as complete systems. Larger power units are 220 volt systems.<\/p>\n Power unit prices are given by system size.<\/strong><\/p>\n Installation Kits, Accessories and Attachment Kits<\/strong><\/p>\n Permits and Inspection Cost<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Let\u2019s start with installation cost if you hire pros to install your central vacuum cleaner system.<\/p>\n The type and size home you have will determine how long it takes to install a whole house vacuum system.<\/p>\n The times listed below are for 2-person professional installation. DIY homeowner installation usually takes 1.5 to 2 times the total hours.<\/p>\n For example, if a 2-person professional crew can install a system in 8 hours, that\u2019s 16 total hours. 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\n<\/hr>\nHow Much Does it Cost to Install a Central Vacuum System?<\/h2>\n
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\n <\/th>\n \n \n \n \n\n System Retail Cost<\/td>\n $450 \u2013 $1,440<\/td>\n $1,300 \u2013 $2,000<\/td>\n $1,700 \u2013 $3000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n House Size<\/td>\n Up to 3,000 s.f.<\/td>\n 2,000 \u2013 4,000 s.f.<\/td>\n More than 3,000 s.f.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n DIY<\/td>\n Yes or No<\/td>\n Yes or No<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Brand Rating\/Quality<\/td>\n Entry Level to Average<\/td>\n Average to Good<\/td>\n Good to Excellent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Accessories\/Tools<\/td>\n Basic<\/td>\n Standard<\/td>\n Premium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n Enhanced Features<\/td>\n No<\/td>\n Yes or No<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n New Construction<\/td>\n Yes<\/td>\n Yes or No<\/td>\n Yes or No<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n Overview of Central Vacuum Cleaner Systems<\/h2>\n
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Central Vacuum Cleaner Price Factors<\/h3>\n
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Permits, Inspection, Related Costs and Installation Time<\/h2>\n
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Related Costs and Installation Time <\/strong><\/h3>\n
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DIY or Hire a Pro?<\/h2>\n
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