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Very happy with the job would definitely use Christian again

Need a shelf installed on a tiled wall in a shower

$80

KB went above and beyond in carrying out the jobs we needed doing. Everything looks great and such a nice guy too.

Install shelves, install dog door, install canopy over door.

$300

Great job, lovely, polite young man. Easy going person. Would definitely book again and recommend.

Install shelves, towel rails, clothesline, hang paintings

$200

Asheel was great!! Did an amazing job setting up my IKEA cabinet and installing floating shelves! Efficient and easy to work with!

Ikea assembly and floating shelf installation

$80

100% happy with Mauricio. His work was done cheerfully and professionally. Definitely have him back again.

Repair kitchen cabinet door, and install shelving

$150

Awesome job from Aaron, will definitely use him again!

Experienced carpentry needed to Install Shelves and Brackets

$350

What's the average cost of a shelf hanging contractor

$115 - $265

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Why hire a shelf hanging handyman through Airtasker?

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.

Once you find an offer you like, click to confirm. On the day of your appointment, your handyman will bring all the necessary tools for the job. No need to go to the store - book a shelf fitter, and let them do their magic. To start booking a handyman near you, select the “Post a task” button.

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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

$50

Southbank VIC, Australia

24th Oct 2025

I need shelves to be made and installed in this cupboard

Handyman to install shelves & few other things

$250

Pimlico QLD, Australia

23rd Oct 2025

Install 8 shelves I have all the brackets & screws Some on brick wall some on drywall One above sink bathroom cabinet requires 2 Screws One retractable clothesline again requires few screws A couple of other things require just drilling for holes THE WHOLE JOB REQUIRES A DRILL & someone who knows how 2 uses it:) Looking at a couple of hours work

Handyman to hang shelf and fit door handles

$100

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

23rd Oct 2025

We need someone to hang a floating shelf where there is no joists to fix it to and we also need to fit door handles to a cupboard

Install shelves in a cupboard

$750

Coogee, New South Wales

23rd Oct 2025

I want 3 shelves put into a small built in wardrobe and existing railing removed. Wardrobe is an odd shape as it comes to a point at the back. Approx 75 cm at its widest. See photos.

Hang shelves

$30

Reedy Creek QLD, Australia

23rd Oct 2025

4 small wooden shelves - we would like them hung on the wall to create a book shelf. The wall it is going onto is concrete and we do not have a concrete drill

Hang shelves, drill wall

$70

Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia

21st Oct 2025

Needs 2 small shelves installed on a brick wall. The first holes were drilled fine. The second holes seem to be hitting a metal plate. I want to make sure I'm not hitting wiring or a pipe. This is a brick wall, i need someone confident in detecting studs and electrical cables begore drilling. Total of 2 light weight shelves- I will provide screws and expanders, I have a drill but unsure if I have all the right drill bits. A plus if you have your own tools

Great job drilling through bricks and hanging shelves. Thanks

Install shelves

$50

Kardinya WA, Australia

21st Oct 2025

Need someone for installation of bedroom shelves & a shower shelf. 2 small ikea shelves in bedroom 1 shower bench in bathroom

Reinstall shelf

$60

Blackburn VIC, Australia

21st Oct 2025

Re-install wooden shelf between the washing machine and the dryer. The shelf should be fixed to the wall. Expect 15-20min task

Mount shelves, assemble floor lamp

$150

Manly NSW, Australia

20th Oct 2025

Install umbra floating shelves and assemble floorlamp

He’s an excellent tasker

Install shelf into concrete wall.

$120

Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia

17th Oct 2025

I need a rail installed to hold shelves. 4 holes drilled into the concrete block wall. Must have own tools.

Went above and beyond. Job posting to completion less than 2h.

Shelf install

$150

Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

15th Oct 2025

We have 3 floating book shelves that require to be installed into our terrace wall. A masonry drill is required

Fast response time, efficient service and great work! Thanks, would recommend

Install shelves

$100

Camden Park, South Australia, AUS

14th Oct 2025

Install the shelves on the wall

Very professional and friendly

Mount shelves on wall

$200

Croydon VIC, Australia

13th Oct 2025

Need 2 moderately heavy shelves mounted on a wall, need 4 light shelves mounted, one TV mounted and one heavy big wall clock mounted

Excellent work with special effort !

Floating shelf installed and kitchen cabinet hinges replaced

$80

Rokeby TAS, Australia

6th Oct 2025

Floating shelf installed into block and 2x kitchen cabinet hinges replaced (I have the replacements). Should take 5-10 minutes

Reliable, friendly and did exactly what I asked. Highly recommend.

Handy man to come build a rocking chair, two shoe racks and hang shelf

$150

Beacon Hill NSW, Australia

30th Sep 2025

I’m looking for someone who can carry a heavy box with a rocking chair upstairs and then put together the rocking chair. I also need two shoe racks put together and one heavy shelf mounted on to the wall

Excellent! Great work

Lawn sprinkler repair & shelf installation

$150

Strathfieldsaye VIC, Australia

29th Sep 2025

I need a broken sprinkler repaired in my lawn (I have all supplies needed). I have 3 shelves I need installed in my home office.

Thanks Adam - all looks good!

Hang shelf

$139

West End QLD, Australia

24th Sep 2025

Hi Matt, happy to help you again. I saw your new task posted. I’m available tomorrow morning if that suits you. If we schedule by this way both pay lower fees. Let me know if you’re interested - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01K5XK6FFWT1BKMP648DEF2AJ6

Great job - fast and perfectly done.

Install shelving and hang whiteboard in office

$400

Alexandria NSW, Australia

13th Sep 2025

Installing shelves x3 in bathrooms and installing 1 whiteboard in office. Shelves are supplied brand new. Whiteboard has metal rails to fix to wall. Location is Gardeners Rd, Alexandria.

Awesome work. Highly recommend

Four Ikea shelf installation on the wall.

$150

Waterloo NSW, Australia

7th Sep 2025

I need a handyman with a drill and installation tools to mount four shelves on the wall. Two of the shelves are simple boards with IKEA brackets, and the other two are square box-style shelves.

He did an excellent job installing my shelves. He arrived on time, had all the right tools, and worked quickly and carefully. The shelves look perfect and feel very sturdy. He was polite, professional, and left everything clean and tidy. I would definitely recommend him and use his help again.

Mount shelf to garage wall

$60

Moorooka QLD, Australia

7th Sep 2025

Mount shelf to wall. The quote will need to include appropriate brackets. Mount stick vacuum to wall. Secure magnet to gate/brick wall.

Jose completed the job as expected, was prompt and a clear communicator. Happy to recommend!