Page 5 of 5 MLN/MLNMattersArticles/downloads/MM7499.pdf. , which alerts providers that Medicare contractors will be using the Patient Control Number as received on the original claim rather than the HIC number when reporting recovery of an overpayment on the Electronic Remittance Advice.
1 With professional installation, a central vacuum system can cost $800-$4,000, but averages about $1,200-$2,000 for new home construction (or as part of a remodeling project where the walls are already torn open) and $1,500-$2,500 for retrofitting an existing house. Vacuum bags can cost $5-$50 for a three-pack, depending on make and model, but average about $10-$20. 2  A cloth sock for the vacuum hose (to prevent scratching furniture or flooring) can cost $10-$30, depending on length.
Costs of Repair. The cost to repair a central vacuum unit varies depending not only on the make and model of the unit, but also on the repair needs. Usually, contractors charge homeowners by the hour, between $15 and $55 on average, for this kind of service. It is important to keep in mind that this price does not include parts. For example, if a central vacuum unit needs a new bag, the homeowner would be charged not only a flat rate per hour but also for the cost of the bag, which can range in price from $5 to $50 for a pack of three.