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Samuel did everything we asked him for, we are happy with his job.

Hang shelves on plaster wall, add shelves to a wardrobe

$250

David did a wonderful job assembling my furniture and hanging a picture. He also cleaned up after all the work. I highly recommend David!

Furniture assembly and shelf installation

$200

Sharnee and her team did a fantastic job. They arrived on time and ensured it turned out like my picture taking into consideration the finer details. Thank you!

Boaxel desk shelf install

$200

Top bloke - excellent to deal with and efficient in getting the job done. Thanks Simon!

Install shelves in garage. Drill into brick required

$200

Matt is a great guy and very highly skilled. He is well equipped, very punctual, and went the extra mile. I highly recommend Matt as he is a professional! Thanks Matt

Hang shelves on tile wall

$100

- quality work - reasonable price - easy to deal with Would highly recommend to everyone

Hang curtain rail and hang shelf

$55

What's the average cost of a shelf hanging contractor

$115 - $266

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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

Wall shelf installation

$80

Dundas NSW 2117, Australia

10th Jan 2026

Install 6 IKEA wall shelf to wall. 3 of them are 110x26cm Another 3 of them are 30x26cm I believe my wall is drywall(not 100% sure, I have knocked on it, it sounds hollow), so you will need to have a stud finder to find the stud and be sure the shelves are properly installed. I have screws and anchors. Please bring your own tools required for this task

Install shelf

$100

St Kilda VIC, Australia

10th Jan 2026

Install Bunnings shelf onto brick wall. I have zero tools or screws. But should be a pretty quick job

Very friendly and efficient

Install shelves in a linen cupboard

$500

Eastgardens NSW, Australia

9th Jan 2026

Supply and install materials for shelves in a linen cupboard.

One shelf install

$70

Craigieburn VIC, Australia

8th Jan 2026

Want some help installing a 720x450x20 floating shelf and hang it. I dont have the shelf so i want you to provide it and all the required bits to hang it

Screw whiteboard to wall + install shelves

$120

Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

8th Jan 2026

I require a capable handyman/carpenter for the following: - Move a (XL 3m, heavy) whiteboard & frame from one wall to another (screw to wall) - Install (IKEA) Shelving onto wall Photo attached for reference. Only reasonable offers considered.

Install shelves and put up picture frames

$200

Braddon ACT 2612, Australia

7th Jan 2026

I am looking for someone to install IKEA lack floating shelves on my wall and put up some picture frames on the wall.

Install shelves on wall

$50

Fyshwick ACT, Australia

6th Jan 2026

Need two acrylic shelves installed on a wall in our office. Comes with screws for installation

Great work, very happy with the result

Mount TV and install shelves

$150

Gladesville NSW, Australia

6th Jan 2026

Looking for some help in mounting the following onto brick/concrete walls in our apartment: - 58” TV (Model: TCL 58P635) - 2 x 80cm IKEA Perschult shelves

Grateful for Ben’s expertise in mounting out TV, TV units and shelves. His attention to detail, tidiness and service was above and beyond. We look forward to working with Ben again for other projects around our apartment. Thanks again, Ben!

Hang pictures, install shelf

$500

Dulwich Hill NSW, Australia

4th Jan 2026

I’ve got a few odd jobs around the house to get done: - install a small shelf on the wall - grout some gaps in the bathroom - hang up a picture (brick wall) - paint ceiling where there was a leak. (Prepare, sand and paint) approx 2m2 I will supply all materials and paint.

Did a great job with a few odd jobs at our place :)

Floating shelf install

$90

Chippendale NSW, Australia

4th Jan 2026

Installation of a 60cm wooden floating shelf into a brick chimney breast. 2x brackets included. Would like to include an extra hole to push a power cable down through the chimney.

Good job and communication

Install shelves, coat hook and mirror cabinet

$150

Holden Hill SA, Australia

30th Dec 2025

I am looking for someone to install / mount the following: a) 1x Coat Rack b) 4x Floating Shelves (2 per bathroom) c) 1x Mirror Cabinet (and remove existing wall mirror. Understand that some damage will be sustained to paint) I have all items already purchased - shelves, rack and mirror cabinet.

Abhijit did a fantastic job of the tasks requested of him. His workmanship is neat with a keen eye for detail. Would highly recommend his services and would definitely engage him again! Thank you Abhijit.

Install shelf with cleats in wardrobe

$300

Bayswater VIC 3153, Australia

22nd Dec 2025

We need to have one simple, sturdy timber shelf (approx. 162cm x 47cm) installed across the length of one empty built-in wardrobe (see examples). Ideally someone with experience with carpentry/joinery/cabinetry. The shelf needs be extremely secure and able to bear a lot of weight, as we will be installing a hanging rod underneath for clothing. The shelf should also be sturdy enough to hold storage above, perhaps resting on cleats. We think there may be some studs and electrical wires behind the plaster. You may need to cut into the plaster and install additional reinforcement. We will paint the wardrobe ourselves afterwards.

David is professional, communicative, meticulous and efficient. He responded almost instantly to my query, arrived within a few hours, and promptly cut and installed a beautifully robust shelf in my wardrobe. I would not hesitate to hire his services again.

Furniture Assembly & Shelf Installation

$250

Ivanhoe VIC, Australia

21st Dec 2025

Task Description: I need help with the following tasks: • Assemble 2 wardrobes/cabinets • Install shelves • Install 2 doors • Assemble 1 x 3-Piece Bathroom Cabinet Set All materials will be provided, including the cabinets, shelves, and doors.

It was a pleasure to work with Abdullah. I really appreciate his sincerity and efficiency. He is developing professionally, reliable, and great to collaborate with.

Floating shelf installation

$50

Carnegie VIC, Australia

21st Dec 2025

Put on two floating shelves, we have bought the nails, the bracket just needs to be put on for us.

Fantastic work and super efficient

Install Roller blinds/Hang shelf/Fix IKEA Door

$200

Balmain NSW 2041, Australia

18th Dec 2025

Hi there, I am posting this on behalf of my manager, who is looking for someone to complete the following tasks this Saturday at a property in Balmain: • Hang three roller blinds • Install one shelf • Repair an IKEA cabinet door that has come off its hinges Please let me know your availability. Thanks.

Great job - thanks for getting these tasks done!

Handyman - Garage Shelf Install

$150

Bridgeman Downs QLD 4035, Australia

17th Dec 2025

Need to have some metal garage shelves hung. All materials will be supplied. But I require someone with professional experience to install them into the wall studs and levelled accordingly.

Shane’s a nice bloke. He arrived on time and got to work straight away.

Fox wardrobe and hang shelving

$300

Braeside VIC, Australia

16th Dec 2025

Looking for someone to add a new backing to this wardrobe supply and install in cost and put it up in the room next door As well as put up four new floating shelves and four of these little hanging things into our wall

Lovely, very easy to deal with!

Hang shelves

$100

Abbotsford VIC, Australia

1st Dec 2025

Would love to have my shelves installed. I am looking for someone who can hang these precisely, preferably with a laser level. Please see photos - shelves are the ones pictured

Absolutely perfect job. I would recommend to anyone. Will be booking again.

Bookshelf install (build them in)

$400

Coburg VIC, Australia

30th Nov 2025

We’ve had book shelves built and now need someone to install them either side of our fireplace (see pics). You will need to nearly carefully cut/remove the skirting, move shelves into place, adjust/level, fix them to the walls, add skirting back and fill any gaps. Shelves are big and heavy but there will be someone home to give you a hand with the lifting if necessary. Electrician has already terminated the power points. No painting required.

Absolutely outstanding work and a lovely guy. Would highly recommend.

Help to Assemble bed, hang shelves/pictures

$150

Footscray VIC, Australia

28th Nov 2025

I had a Charlesbourg queen bed delivered and I need help assembling it - specifically power drilling the slats and corners of the bed. I also need 4-6 mini plastic floating shelves fixed in (power drill), 1 screw removed and 2 pictures hung.

Fantastic service - assembled my bed in no time. Plus really skilled at hang pictures and shelves and getting them level. I absolutely recommend Sam.