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A floating shelf installed

$80

Easy to talk to. No fuss. Does excellent work. Nice and friendly attitude.

Help make/buy and install shelving in cupboard.

$160

Joseph was great and super professional! He helped me out a lot, 100% recommend!!

Install shelves and hang artwork

$150

Brice was on time and worked so solid for the whole time. Nothing I asked was a problem. His work was great quality. Would highly recommend

Install shelves and move some tools etc

$210

So professional and helpful

Install shelves

$50

Great service

Handyman to hang shelf, pictures, paint repairs

$180

What's the average cost of a shelf hanging contractor

$110 - $259

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$160

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$259

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If you’d like to put up lovely floating shelves without risking a shoddy DIY job, then Airtasker’s shelf hanging handymen can help you out. Leave all the work to your handyman so that you won’t have to go through tedious tutorials, nor fiddle around with a power drill.

Put up a task by filling out the details of the job, such as the kind of walls you have, when you need the job done, and your budget. Then, we’ll connect you with nearby available Taskers. Within minutes, they will send in their quotes. You can also view the Taskers’ customer ratings. This makes it easier to find a handyman who fits your needs and budget.

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Top Shelf Hanging related questions

First, choose shelf support brackets and position their pre-drilled fastener holes over the brick (not the mortar in between bricks). Mark the positions of each hole, then drill. Insert masonry sleeves into the holes and hammer them into place. Then, hold the bracket to the wall and attach the fasteners. Finally, lay the shelf onto the bracket. You can also skip the risky DIY shelf hanging job by getting a shelf fitter on our platform.
For homeowners that aren’t allowed to drill into the walls, you can hang shelves using adhesive strips instead. It’s best to use light, hollow shelves for this purpose. But, these shelves have their limitations: they can only handle very light loads (usually 1.4kg or less). Shelf hanging typically requires drilling, to secure the items on the shelf as well as prevent the rack from falling. Consider putting up free-standing shelves instead, if you aren’t allowed to drill.
For a custom piece that fits your home correctly, choose a cut of wood yourself. Then, get mounting brackets, a power drill, drill bit, stud finder, carpenter’s triangle, and level. Choose a spot for the shelf, mark the holes and drill, install the brackets, then attach the wood. Sounds challenging? You can get a Tasker to help you out with shelf assembly, instead.
It’s easy: use a level when you do your shelf hanging job. This nifty little tool makes sure your shelf won’t be tilted when you mount it. As long as you use the level properly and mark the right positions on your wall, you can get your shelf to hang straight. If you need help putting up shelves in your home, you can book a Tasker for shelf hanging.
Putting a heavy shelf up on plasterboard is just like any other shelf mounting job, except that you’ll need a special kind of anchor. Handymen typically choose toggle bolts for projects like these, since they spread the weight of the shelf evenly throughout the wall. It’s also important to note that plaster walls are difficult to drill through due to their structure. For safety purposes, it’s best to work with a shelf hanging expert instead of doing this task yourself.
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this since there are many kinds of shelves: free-standing wooden bookcases, heavy-duty steel ones, floating shelves from your nearby hardware store, and so on. As a general rule, follow the manufacturer’s instructions when you do shelf assembly. You can get a friend or partner to help you out, or you can have a shelf assembly expert do it for you instead.

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What do shelf hanging services include?

Common shelf installation services include building wardrobe and pantry shelves and hanging wall shelving. Your professional will ensure your shelf has the right fittings, angles, and is structurally sound. Popular shelf installation tasks include:

Install a floating shelf

A floating shelf is attached to a wall with no visible means of support, and are popular for their modern, minimalistic look. To begin installing your floating shelf, your handyman will assess the space and use a stud finder to mark the most secure spot for the brackets. They’ll use an electric drill to make a hole and secure the brackets, using a level to ensure everything lines up perfectly. Once the brackets are installed, they’ll measure the space between them and drill into the shelving to fit these exact measurements. Then they’ll slide the shelving into the brackets.

Install a hanging shelf

Your hanging shelf installer will make sure the best type of nail is used for your wall material and the best position to install your shelf. They will use a level if you’re installing more than one hanging shelf to ensure they’re mounted evenly. Your installer will advise how much weight the shelf will be able to bear and answer any questions you may have.

Install a wardrobe or pantry shelf

Your shelving installer will advise on the best kind of shelving to suit your space - fixed, adjustable, corner, floating, or pull out. They will then measure the space. If you’re hiring them to make the shelving too, they’ll let you know how long it will take them to build your custom shelving. Once the shelves are ready, they’ll use their tools to expertly screw your new shelves into place. If you opted for sliding or rotating shelves, they’ll ensure the shelves pull out smoothly.

Install a garage shelf

Getting your garage or workshop organised with shelving can help with storage and productivity. Your handyman will advise what type of shelving will best suit your space and align this with your weight-bearing requirements. With overhead shelving, your installer will attach the brackets to the ceiling where the joists are located -  this is the strongest point in your ceiling. 

Your handyman will properly measure the space for your overhead shelving and make sure it will not interfere with your garage door, lighting, and work area. They will then install your shelving, with the longest part going across the joists so that your new shelves will have the most support possible and not overburden the joists.

Recent Shelf Hanging tasks

Install shelves

$250

Robina QLD 4226, Australia

11th Nov 2024

Supply and install black shelves x3 at 1m 87cm wide as per drawing attached. Advertised elsewhere.

Supply and Install shelving to existing built in wardrobe

$500

Bondi Beach NSW, Australia

10th Nov 2024

I have an existing built in wardrobe that only has hanging rails in place. Need someone to supply the melamine shelving and drill the holes to install the little bracket inserts

Wall Shelf Installed

$25

Bardon QLD 4065, Australia

10th Nov 2024

I have a wall shelf from Ikea that needs to be installed. I already have a bracket just need it to be installed.

Floating Shelf Installation

$70

Tarneit VIC 3029, Australia

9th Nov 2024

Installation of Ikea Floating Shelf Besta on Wall

Handyman to put together Ikea furniture, hang shelf and paintings

$250

South Yarra VIC, Australia

8th Nov 2024

Looking for someone to - Hang a shelf - Put together an Ikea dresser - Hang pictures x 7 The dresser is complicated so make take some time. Looking for someone to come from about 11am to 4.30/5pm

Thank you Illhan, you were great. Very punctual and really quick!

A fold-down seat to shower, tiles above vanity and install shelf

$200

Norman Gardens QLD, Australia

8th Nov 2024

Install a fold-down seat to shower recess Affix tiles above vanity where previously a mirror Install a small shelf in main bathroom on non-tiled area

Mount shelves to wall

$150

Munruben QLD, Australia

7th Nov 2024

Two Zurich Multi-level Shelf Kits to be mounted on walls. There are three shelves in each kit, so six shelves to be mounted. Wall mounts have been purchased.

We were in a bind and needed someone right away and Kyle accepted the job and attended within a few hours. the workmanship was first class and he was a professional and friendly person to work with. Would recommend to anyone.

Install shelving

$1,000

Henley Beach SA, Australia

6th Nov 2024

Install shelving to wall.

Cut and Install shelves in linen closet

$150

Chiswick NSW 2046, Australia

5th Nov 2024

Pick up 5 shelves from Bunnings Ashfield (already paid for). Cut to size and install with L shape brackets in linen closet. Ute or van required and tools. Wall behind is concrete for drilling

Make and install shelves in laundry

$200

Milsons Point NSW 2061, Australia

29th Oct 2024

Hi, I need someone to come and measure and then make 3 custom white shelves for the laundry and come back to install them. Would like this completed on Wednesday 30 October or Friday 1 November.

John was fantastic! Highly recommend and did a great job. Would use again in a second.

Install Shelf

$250

Prahran VIC, Australia

28th Oct 2024

Top shelf has fallen off. Need to fill holes. Re-Install top shelf.

Highly recommend. Fixed a mess someone else created installing shelves. Thanks

Small shelf installed in bathroom only 20cm long (tiles)

$50

Burraneer NSW, Australia

23rd Oct 2024

I have a tiny shelf to be installed for my downstairs bathroom. It needs to be installed into the tiles and I don't have the proper drill and confidence to do this myself. Shelf is only 20cmW and comes with wall plugs an screws. Has fittings already inserted into the back only need 2 screws to be put on wall (straight) to line up with existing holes in back of shelf. Slots down on screws - very simple job.

So helpful and quick - very happy with his work - easy!

Fix creche fencing and install shelf

$150

Wavell Heights QLD, Australia

8th Oct 2024

Our gym space needs some help, repairing and re-installing a mats hanging shelf and repairing our creche fencing into the wall.

Dave was great at helping with multiple jobs at the studio, and also a sweetheart with being polite to patients & team! Thank you! Will definitely be asking Dave for help again

Mount shelves

$35

Fitzroy North VIC, Australia

26th Sep 2024

I keep running into issues with mounting some shelves I have cut down. Seems to be there is drywall and then some concrete or jib rock. If I manage to get drill a hole there is then a small gap and then brick. Would love some help getting these up as I’ve tried multiple screw options and I’m creating lots of holes ahhhhh

Thanks for help, Simon was great!

Install shelf in hallway

$50

Pascoe Vale South VIC, Australia

15th Sep 2024

Install 190cm shelf onto wall beneath mirror

Remon did an amazing job, he was so polite, friendly and helpful, I would highly recommend him.

Wardrobe rack and shelf installation

$100

Edmondson Park NSW, Australia

11th Sep 2024

I would like a hanging rack installed in pictured wardrobe and also a single shelf above it. (Temporary stick on rack in picture ) Both to be provided by tasker.

Monir did a perfect job installing the wardrobe rack and shelf!

Install shelves

$150

West Melbourne 維多利亞省澳大利亚

10th Sep 2024

Install 2 shelves in kitchen area.

Thanks for helping us

Mount shelving and tv

$50

Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

8th Sep 2024

We recently had our unit repainted. Needing someone to drill TV bracket and floating shelves back into concrete walls.

He was running an hour behind but was nice enough to let us know.

Mount TV on wall and hang shelves

$350

Melbourne VIC, Australia

4th Sep 2024

I need to install a TV mount on the wall n hang 5 small shelves as in the photos. I live in sydney so flying to Melbourne this weekend for this job to be done, so my availability is only from Saturday late afternoon to late Monday afternoon. I have a car park for parking

Nice guy and easy to communicate with, also had experiences with different things in the past so well-prepared with spare parts to finish the job.

Carpenter needed. Shelf installation.

$300

Northcote VIC, Australia

29th Aug 2024

Will need you to come up with a good way to install a shelf in each of these cavities next to the gas heater, and then source the materials and install. Preference for a glass shelf.

Laurie is transparent, reliable, efficient and skilled. I had a good experience with him building some custom shelves for me. Thanks Laurie!