More Central Vacuum Information

Replace Your Nutone or M&S Intercom

We have a steady stream of customers who are upgrading their old intercom systems.  We have put together several charts to help you changeout your Nutone or M&S intercom system.  These charts will soon be available on our website, but right now you can view them on our Intercom Blog.  If you need help...just take a look...or feel free to call us toll free at 1-800-221-8227.  We help plan and design systems free of charge.
Upgrade Charts on Intercom Blog

Questions About Nutone Intercoms

There are some frequently asked questions concerning Nutone Intercoms.  Nutone has done a great job of collecting these questions and we have published them on our Intercom Blog.  If you have unanswered questions about a Nutone Intercom visit our Intercom Blog.

Nutone Frequently Asked Questions

We Do Structured Wiring

In addition to central vacuum systems and intercoms we also sell and install structured wiring systems and components.  The installation experience we have is important because that means we can help our online customers install these products themselves.  Here is a recent email from one of our structured wiring customers.

I have not completed all work, however everything is good so far; I have
completed rough-in wiring for the RG-6 and CAT-5 wiring.  Once the
drywallers complete their work, then I will finish final connections.  Thank
you for your assistance for the orders and the return.  I have attached a
picture of the central communications box that I purchased from Central
Vacuum Stores.

Structured Wiring at Central Vacuum

Don't Be Confused By Our Name: Central Vacuum Knows Intercoms

At Central Vacuum Stores, we have been installing intercom systems for over 25 years.  We don't want anyone to be confused by our name.  60 years ago we started as a vacuum store on Central Avenue in St. Petersburg, Florida, but by early 90's our primary business was installing central vacuum systems and intercoms.  This is a note from a customer who was bewildered by our name....

Working with your company was terrific.  The ordering process was easy.
The shipments arrived on time and in good condition.  I mis-ordered a
couple of the items and the return process was also effortless.  I will
definitely return to your web-site for my Nutone needs.
BTW, one of my hesitations when I found your site was the name.  I
wasn't entirely comfortable buying electronic equipment from a vacuum
store.
Brandon

Here are some recent emails from very satisfied intercom customers.

Everyone there was very helpful and informative. Starting from the time I first began looking for a possible replacement for my 20-year old M&S intercom system, through sales and shipping, to tech support after the installation. Thanks!       
L. Newman

I just wanted to let you know how pleased I am with your service and products.  My husband went to the store where we had originally purchased our central vacuum and intercom system several years ago to get a replacement for the main intercome unit that was damaged by a lighting strike in our home.  The owner of the store told him that same unit was not even made anymore and tried to convince him to go with a completely new system that would require replacing every component we already had installed at a cost of thousands of dollars.  I decided to try to find something on the internet, so I Googled "intercom systems" and your web site came up.  Everything we needed was clearly listed and pictured so I placed my order and received all the materials within a few days.  My husband was out of town while this was happening so by the time he got home, the new system, along with a few nice upgrades, was completely installed right before Christmas!  Thanks so much for your outstanding service; I'll certainly use you again and recommend you to eeryone I know.
Sincerely,
Terry

It has been a pleasure working with the folks at Central Vacuum. We purchased a NuTone intercom/music/doorbell system to upgrade the old house system. I received good advice on the parts to order, and the shipping was very prompt. The new parts have been hooked up to our old wiring and everything looks great and works perfectly!! Thanks so much for all the help.

Kate

 

 

Intercom Update Information

Greetings,
I thought I would address a possible intercom question that many of you may have but were afraid to ask.

Q:I have intercom equipment that is dated or no longer works and the replacement units look smaller or sized differently,what can I do for replacement?

A:On our web site,we have a full line of update frames that fill the needs of most of our intercom update customers.But there are some situations that require special attention.In this case you will need to contact us to make alterations to our existing line of frames or with your specifications,design a frame that will suit your needs.In any case,we look forward to the challenge to work with you to solve your intercom update needs.