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Great communication and an amazing job! Thanks Shane!

Hang shelves

$50

Fantastic service that was flexible, great worksmanship and very happy with the final result

Install Shelves & Ladder

$100

Exceptional service, very proffesional, kept me up to date during the whole process, highly recommend.

Mount Tv and hang shelves and frames on wall

$180

Troy did a great job building shelves for my wardrobe. He was prompt and a good communicator. Thank you Troy!

Install shelves in wardrobe

$150

I'm very satisfied with the work done by Ali. He installed IKEA shelves and pegboards with precision and complete the job as promised. He gave me tips to install things in the future too. Plus, a very nice guy to talk with too. I definitely recommend him for any handyman works.

Install Shelves & pegboard to the wall

$60

Mark did a great job assembling and installing some complex shelving for me! He was friendly and professional and I'd happily seek his assistance again in the future

Assemble and Install Shelves/Desk

$100

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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.

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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

Picture Hanging & Shelf Installation

$150

Cleveland QLD 4163, Australia

10th May 2025

Looking for a reliable and experienced handyman for the following tasks at my home: 1. Hang 9 Pictures – Various sizes (cart style), with the largest being 900mm x 1200mm. Hooks/wall fixtures will need to be supplied by you. Must be level and securely mounted. 2. Install 2 Small Floating Shelves – Standard small shelves, to be mounted on plasterboard walls.

Install Shelly smart relays behind 5-gang switch + add new power point

$275

Padstow NSW, Australia

9th May 2025

Hi there, I’m looking to get a couple of electrical jobs done: 1. Install 3x Shelly 2.5 smart relays behind my existing 5-gang light switch — these are Wi-Fi modules that let me control the lights via the app and Alexa 2. Add a new double power point on the same wall The wall feels solid (possibly brick), so just flagging that in case it affects the install. I’ll supply the Shelly units—just need a licensed sparkie to wire them in safely so I can then set them up myself via the app. Let me know your quote and availability. Thanks!

Hang shelf on brick wall

$50

Fairfield VIC, Australia

6th May 2025

Need to hang a shelf on our brick wall, this will require drilling into the brick.

Supply and Install shelves

$350

Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia

5th May 2025

Supply & Install 4 Shelves of 50mm thickness on this corner. Shelf Dimension should be 67 x 27 (approx)

Install shelves in cupboard above washing machine

$300

Harrison ACT, Australia

5th May 2025

Will need to measure and get what you need for installing shelves

Fantastic job very impressed

Shelf installed in dishwasher recess to install a dishwasher drawer

$120

Butler, Western Australia

4th May 2025

I would like a shelf installed in the middle of my dishwasher recess so I can install a dishwasher drawer. Possibly showing me the plumbing works so I can install the dishwasher as well, as I won’t have a clue lol If measurements are needed, let me know

Install shelving

$300

Camperdown, New South Wales

4th May 2025

Want some shelves put up either side of the fireplace. Also have other odd jobs around the house that need doing so ideally after a handyman who might be keen to them discuss some other jobs such as painting, assembling a flatpack shed, replacing some damaged floorboards

Hang shelves

$300

Hope Island QLD 4212, Australia

2nd May 2025

Hang 10x 1M long floating shelves into gyprock wall and 2x golf bag hooks

Vanity installation and laundry shelf installation

$50

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

30th Apr 2025

Vanity and laundry shelf installation

He is very dedicated to what he does

Hang shelves and paintings on brick wall

$50

Mosman, New South Wales

27th Apr 2025

Need someone to hang three A3 size prints, and Ikea shelf and Ikea noticeboard in bedroom.

Aaron was super efficient and did a brilliant job

Mount shelves on wall

$100

Pascoe Vale South VIC, Australia

25th Apr 2025

We need 2 shelves with 3 (not 2) supports drilled into a wall. We have the shelves and maybe the right screws. I tried to do the first one and it isn’t level 😫 Pic of Ikea shelves attached.

His expertise is evident in his work.

Install shelving onto wall which is apart of a bar.

$100

South Kingsville VIC, Australia

23rd Apr 2025

Install two wooden shelves (that I already have) onto the wall with wooden custom brackets that I already have. Photos attached of finished product.

Very good, guided me through the process of what and what isn’t possible.

Wall mount shelves racks

$150

Dianella WA, Australia

10th Apr 2025

I'm short on time and the extra hands to wall hang a Bunnings Flexi Storage double slot system wall rack in a bedroom. - Affixed to a solid brick wall. - Horizontal hanging rail is 2x 1200mm - 5 Vertical double slot hanging rails 3 x 1200mm, 2 x 300mm. - 7 shelves to place - I have all the necessary fixings, such as wall plugs, screws, hangers and rails. - See the diagram for the installation layout. Would be amazing if this could be done today, although am flexible with day/time.

Super fast response, arrived the same afternoon I posted the task. He had his own gear, laser level, and made short work of my wall mounted shelves. Well done!

Install shelf on dry wall

$60

North Kellyville NSW, Australia

8th Apr 2025

I need help with installing - 3x small wooden shelves - 1x wall plaque Installing this on a drywall.

I had a great experience working with Mike! He came by to help install some shelves and a wall plaque, and everything turned out perfectly. Mike was super friendly, professional, and easy to talk to. The work was done quickly, neatly, and exactly how I wanted it. I’ll definitely be calling him again for future projects. Highly recommend if you're looking for someone reliable

Handyman - install shelf between washer and dryer

$120

Ashgrove QLD, Australia

1st Apr 2025

Need someone to install stacking device - shelf that goes between dryer and washing machine. We can lift the dryer onto the washing machine. https://www.appliancesonline.com.au/product/bosch-stacking-kit-with-shelf/ Will require a drill. Ashgrove location.

Great communication, turned up on time, completed the task with no fuss. Would use again!

Install shelves

$150

Northern Suburbs WA, Australia

17th Mar 2025

Two shelves purchased online but the wall isn’t quite even so they need a bit skimmed off. To be installed to right of fireplace.

Great communication and speedy response but unfortunately didn’t have the experience/equipment for adjusting and hanging the floating shelves that we had. It was a difficult job with the walls being plastered and not straight so would recommend for other work. We just had to support one of the shelves ourselves after he left and hope it will dry so they are straight.

Handyman - install shelf into solid brick wall and hang pictures

$65

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

5th Mar 2025

Hello, ladder required. I need a shelf drilled into a brick wall. Specialty drill bit required and a tallish ladder. Plus, hang some framed pictures on picture rail (very high up). Estimate less than an hours work.

Great help. Thanks Tom! Will definitely book again.

Removal of baseboard, install shelves, secure chest of drawer.

$50

Craigieburn VIC 3064, Australia

2nd Mar 2025

Need to remove Baseboard (70cm and 90cm on either side and paint the leftover. This is so I can fit a buffet table which is 1220. The wall is 1200 with baseboard. Need four small shelves on wall and secure chest of drawers to wall.

Very happy with Omer’s job, detailed and kind. Very accommodating with any request and knowledgeable.

Hang shelves IKEA Kallax

$85

Elizabeth South SA 5112, Australia

20th Feb 2025

4 single file cube, assembled. Needs hanging on wall above a bed. Double brick wall. You need your own tools, experience and able to make safe to carry weight of books.

Great job! Happy to work Ricardo again

Install Shelly Plus 1PM and 2PM Devices

$150

Rhodes NSW, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Need an electrician to install 8 x Shelly Plus 1PM and 2x Shelly Plus 2PM devices on various light switches around the house. I have the devices available already, and can assist by opening up the light switch boxes and replace them to speed things up. Just need someone qualified to do the wiring. You will need your own additional wires as I have none available.

Very quick and responsive, got the job done efficiently