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Jamal is highly skilled and efficient with excellent communication.

Re-install shelves into brick wall

$100

Great work thank you

Install shelves

$100

Great service, fast and reliable.

Build and install shelf above washing machine in laundry cabinet

$200

Great help. Thanks Tom! Will definitely book again.

Handyman - install shelf into solid brick wall and hang pictures

$65

Great job! Thank you

Install shelving and bench

$300

Matt did a perfect job. End result looks great and Matt was quick, thorough and easy to deal with. Can’t recommend him enough!

Install shelving in hanging space in existing built in wardrobe

$200

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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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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

Glass shelf installed in shower

$90

Murrumbeena VIC, Australia

6th Jun 2026

Glass shelf installed on tiles in shower

Install shelving, silicon sealing,weed picking - No tools needed

$70

Dover TAS, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Below 2 hours work. Take wood longs out of a small shed. Apply silicon around the shed. To water proof. Assemble some shelves. Put woods back. Go around the house and pick weeds. If can spray weed killer that’s a plus. But not necessary.

Supply and Install shelves for mugs cups and small plants in kitchen

$500

Roselands NSW, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Install 3 Floating Timber Shelves in Kitchen Looking for an experienced handyman/carpenter to supply and install three rustic timber shelves in my kitchen. My wood preference is Tasmanian oak but happy to hear your suggestion on other types of wood. Requirements: Supply and install 3 shelves as shown in the attached photo/reference. Rustic timber finish (similar to the example image). Preferred option is floating shelves with concealed brackets for a clean, modern look. Shelves will be used to hold mugs, glasses and small potted plants, so they must be securely installed and capable of supporting moderate weight. If true floating shelves are not suitable due to the tiled wall or weight requirements, I am happy to consider discreet black or timber brackets underneath. Shelves to be positioned evenly on the tiled wall, aligned with the tile lines where practical. Please include all materials, fixings and installation in your quote. Please provide: Photos of similar shelving projects you have completed. Recommended shelf thickness and weight capacity. Whether you believe floating shelves are achievable on this tiled wall. Your total price including materials and installation. Location: Roselands, Sydney. I have attached a photo of the wall where the shelves will be installed.

Furniture and Floating shelf install

$300

Warriewood NSW, Australia

5th Jun 2026

Install a few chairs and a floating shelf

Secure cupboard to wall and Install shelves and dividers

$300

Crows Nest NSW 2065, Australia

4th Jun 2026

secure/attach shelving cupboard to wall so secure, and won't fall. Install shelving and file dividers.

excellent work lovely person

Picture/mirror/shelf hanging

$150

Kinross WA 6028, Australia

3rd Jun 2026

I have a few items I need hanging with the right hardware etc; - 1 x large hallway mirror - 1 x small shelf - 2 x floating bedside tables - 1 x large framed shirt

Thanks John , appreciate the help

Replace & install shelves

$10

Toowong QLD 4066, Australia

1st Jun 2026

Need a handyman/cabinet maker to: - Replace a water-damaged wooden shelf/cabinet section (painting may not be required). Approx. size: 100cm x 80cm, L-shape. - Add a new shelf above the fridge. Approx. size: 120cm x 100cm. I can provide exact measurements later. Please quote including labour, materials, and installation. Thanks! Price is negotiable.

Hang shelves and art

$150

Turner ACT, Australia

31st May 2026

Need to mount 3 x floating shelves, 2 x coatracks, 1 x mirror. Also need to hang ~10 art prints (with hooks into the wall).

Damien was fantastic - very skilled and efficient!

Hang shelves

$50

Mordialloc VIC 3195, Australia

30th May 2026

Securely hang on plaster walls: - 3 x short picture ledges - 2 x long picture ledges - 1 x short floating shelf - 1 x long floating shelf All standard Ikea shelves. Will need to provide own wall plugs/screws/tools. Flex on day and time but sooner the better. Please indicate availability in offer.

Very helpful hanging a number of floating shelves and picture ledges. Easy to work with, good communication. Thanks Alex!

IKEA floating shelf installation

$100

Mont Albert VIC 3127, Australia

28th May 2026

I need someone to install the following: 1 x LACK N wll shlf 190x26 white AP CN 4 x MOSSLANDA picture ledge 115 white AP CN All need to be installed into dry wall and all are from ikea with screws in packaging

Amazing work! Highly recommend Ethan!

Install shelves on wall

$100

Woodend QLD 4305, Australia

26th May 2026

Attempted install of shelves into studs but screws have snapped head off on two. Removal of broken screws, re-install of screws into studs and hanging of shelves off screw.

fixed up my mistakes quickly and promptly

Install shelving above washing machine

$150

South Yarra VIC, Australia

21st May 2026

I'm looking for an experienced and qualified carpenter to cut and install shelves above the washing machine in my laundry. I will remove current shelving system. Cost is negotiable (honestly no idea how much a job might cost so ignore $ amount). You will need to measure before and source materials for which I will pay for. I'd like solid wooden shelves ideally, yet open to melamine or other material. Each shelf needs to be approximately 600mm x 700mm. As you can see from the photo, it's a brick wall.

I couldn't have been happier with the shelving that Vernon installed. He exceeded my expectations, helped with some early decision making, and was also a delight to work with. I'm already thinking of other tasks I need done.

Install shelves in my linen cupboard

$200

Fraser Rise VIC, Australia

20th May 2026

I need a professional handyman to install shelves in my linen cupboard. Measurements are roughly 140cm wide and 32 deep. Must have a registered ABN and proof of insurance. Thanks

Thanks for installing my shelves! Super happy with them.

Install shelving in pantry

$125

Fraser Rise VIC 3336, Australia

18th May 2026

Install floating shelves in the pantry

Adam is very helpful and did the job really well.

Licensed Electrician — Install Shelly Pro 3EM Energy Monitor

$200

Kellyville Ridge NSW 2155, Australia

14th May 2026

Need a licensed sparky to install a Shelly Pro 3EM-3CT 63 (3-phase energy monitor) into my residential switchboard this Saturday. The job: Install 3 × split-core CT clamps around the 3-phase mains cables between the meter output and main switch Mount the Shelly Pro 3EM unit (DIN rail or adjacent) Wire a 240V AC feed to power the unit (from a spare MCB or existing circuit) Verify it powers up and CTs are reading What you DON'T need to touch: The Endeavour Energy revenue meter (Elster A1100), sealed, stays as is Service fuses Solar inverter or array wiring Any existing circuits What's already here: 3-phase board, dual supply (grid + rooftop solar) Elster A1100 meter, Endeavour Energy network Tenby Cables switchboard, Left + Right modules The Shelly unit and all 3 CT clamps — I have everything, just need it installed I'll provide: Full installation guide with wiring diagram (already prepared) Photos of the switchboard for your reference (attached) The Shelly Pro 3EM unit + 3 CT clamps (all supplied) You'll need to bring: Short length of 35mm DIN rail if there's no spare space on the existing rail (board looks fairly full, may need to mount a small rail segment on the back panel) 1 × MCB (6A or 10A) to protect the Shelly's 240V power feed Short lengths of wire for the 240V feed (L + N to the unit) Location: Kellyville Ridge, NSW When: This Saturday — flexible on time, morning or afternoon Budget: $150 – $200 This is a straightforward install, no modifications to existing wiring, no meter work, just clamp-on CTs and a small monitoring unit. Should take 30-45 minutes for anyone familiar with switchboard work. Must hold a current NSW electrical licence. Happy to see your licence number before confirming. Cheers!

Arian was fantastic! Had to install a Shelly smart energy meter. Did an excellent job. Neat, timely and professional. Highly recommended him for any electrical jobs.

I need a shelf installing in my laundry room.

$100

Mooloolaba QLD, Australia

14th May 2026

I have a 600x235 shelf kit from Bunnings that I need installing in my laundry room for the NBN installation. I am available today (14 May) Monday, Tuesday (18/19 May) or Wednesday 20 May before 1:00pm.

Just what I needed.

Mount shelves and mirrored cabinet

$300

Weston ACT 2611, Australia

12th May 2026

Need someone to take down mirror in bathroom and replace with mirrored cabinet (120cm long). Then also need shelves put up in laundry (space is currently empty). If Mitchell B sees this, please reach out. Dane has recommended you to us.

Mitchell was great - did the job really efficiently and was very responsive/punctual. He put up some shelves for us in the laundry and a mirrored cabinet in the bathroom. Would hire again.

Install shelves

$200

Crows Nest NSW, Australia

11th May 2026

Install 6 shelves into stud wall. Gap is approx 50cm wide. Will need to supply shelves will cover cost for those separately

Punctual, friendly and did a great job

Install fleximount shelving to brick garage wall with render

$200

Mulgrave VIC, Australia

9th May 2026

I have a set of fleximount shelving that needs to be installed inside the garage. The garage walls are brick. The mounts need to be drilled into brick and not the mortar. Ive given up trying to get the holes to line up straight. There are approx 48 holes to drill.

Helped me out very quickly. Pro

Shelf installation

$50

Potts Point NSW, Australia

28th Apr 2026

I purchased some floating shelves and need somebody to drill the necessary holes in brick walls to help install them. Thank you!

Great communication and a perfect job done