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Andrew did the job efficiently and was very flexible in making a time that suited me. Would highly recommend him.

Picture & shelf hanging on walls

$80

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

Handyman to put together Ikea furniture, hang shelf and paintings

$250

Very professional and excellent quality work.

Wall mount shelving and bike hook in my garage

$80

Great work. Better than I had hoped.

Install shelves

$250

Great job! Thank you

Install shelving and bench

$300

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.

Mount shelves to wall

$150

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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

Floating bookshelves or Bookshelf install

$380

Frenchs Forest NSW 2086, Australia

7th Jul 2026

I need a bookshelf installed in my living room. I have attached an inspo photo for reference

Assemble Ikea table, mount shelves and mirror

$100

Forest Lodge NSW 2037, Australia

7th Jul 2026

I need help with: 1. Assembling a small ikea table (70cm × 70)cm 2. Mounting 4 ikea wall pockets on the wall - I do not have screws for this. Please supply. 3. Mounting a mirror onto the wall (75cm x 75cm) - I do not have screws for this. Please supply. I do not have any screws for the mounting, you'll have to supply them and we will include in the cost. Not sure what material the walls are but II live in an apartment unit. Looking for a neat, level and secure installation with attention to alignment.

Amazing experience working with Pat! Great communication, did an excellent job with lining things up and was really easy to work with.

Shelf installed and replace front door handle

$300

Alphington VIC 3078, Australia

7th Jul 2026

Shelf installed in study nook front door handle replaced

IKEA LACK Shelf Installation & Pack Down – Life Instyle Melbourne

$400

Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

7th Jul 2026

IKEA LACK Shelf Installation & Pack Down – Life Instyle Melbourne We are looking for an experienced handyman or installer to assemble, mount, and later disassemble 20 IKEA LACK floating shelves (190cm x 26cm) for our exhibition stand at Life Instyle Melbourn, held at the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton. Installation Date: Tuesday 4 August from 10:00am Pack Down Date: Saturday 8 August from 4:00pm Payment: $250 for installation $150 for pack down Scope of Work: - Assemble and install 20 IKEA LACK shelves (190cm x 26cm). - Secure each shelf to the exhibition walls using additional brackets for stability and safety. - Ensure all shelves are level, properly aligned, and professionally presented. - Bring all necessary tools and installation equipment. - Return on pack down day to disassemble and remove all shelves. Important Information: - Shelves will be mounted to exhibition stand walls, not permanent building walls. - The work is located at the Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne. - You will be responsible for arranging and paying for your own parking. - We require the same person to complete both the installation and pack down. Requirements: - Experience mounting shelving, retail displays, or exhibition stands. - Own tools and equipment. - Ability to work efficiently within trade show bump-in and bump-out schedules. - Strong attention to detail. When applying, please include: - Details of similar work you have completed. - Confirmation that you are available for both dates and times. We are looking for someone reliable who can complete the installation to a high standard and return for pack down at the conclusion of the event. Thanks!

Hang Shelves

$150

Eltham VIC 3095, Australia

6th Jul 2026

Hang two shelves up that have fallen off the wall. Re-fasten them up. See picture before they fell. No damage done.

Need tv and floating shelf installed into wall. already have bracket

$300

Aveley WA 6069, Australia

6th Jul 2026

need tv and floating shelf installed into wall. already have bracket. Tv is 85 inch

100% would recommend again to anyone that needs help. Pleasant and very helpful and knows his stuff

Hang shelf on wall

$100

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

6th Jul 2026

Colour station shelf metal to be hung on wall

Punctual, great job, easy communication and great customer service. Thank you so much! Really appreciated your service today.

Source and install shelves inside a cabinet (7 in total)

$70

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

5th Jul 2026

Need help with installing shelves inside a cupboard and shoe cabinet. Need someone to assist with sourcing the shelves as well as installation (7 shelves inside total)

Install laundry shelf

$180

Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

5th Jul 2026

Hi there! I need a shelf installed in my laundry area (plasterboard walls), above washer / dryer machine. - The laundry cavity measures 120cm length; full depth, door to back wall, is 74cm. - I need the shelf 54cm depth (not full cavity depth). - Shelf should be approx 50cm from ceiling. - Laundry cavity walls are plasterboard. Contractor to provide all materials incl shelf, and brackets if needed etc - prefer 18mm white melamine shelving board - open to suggestions.

Quick, efficient and friendly!

Handyman - Install shelf on wall in living room

$50

Perth WA 6057, Australia

28th Jun 2026

Hang floating shelf on wall in lounge room

Hung shelf as requested

Install shelves (ignore the mess)

$200

Kurunjang VIC, Australia

28th Jun 2026

Needing 2 additional shelves installed in he cupboard area. One at the top already there just 2 below it.

Great communication On time and awesome work

Mount shelves on tiles wall

$100

Eastwood NSW 2122, Australia

26th Jun 2026

Install 4 shelves to the tiles wall and 1 rack shelves to the kitchen table (stainless steel material) in take away shop at Eastwood. Need it to be done before 10am.

Very good job and nice person. Very recommended. Thank you so much. Will use him again.

Hang shelves in apartment

$350

Alphington VIC 3078, Australia

26th Jun 2026

Need someone to help me hang floating shelves on my wall in my apartment. There is also an additional three shelves that I need installed inside my wardrobes. I would need you to pick up the white melamine shelves after you measured the space. Photos attached of the floating shelves.

Incredible guy, so efficient and skilled. Highly recommend

Install Shelves in Pantry

$200

Underwood, Queensland, 4119, Australia

23rd Jun 2026

Need some shelves installed in an unused cupboard. At least 3 shelves.

Yustan even came beforehand to measure. Parents were very happy. The shelves look amazing. Great workmanship. Highly recommend.

Install shelves and secure furniture

$200

Fairfield VIC 3078, Australia

18th Jun 2026

Install 2 shelves onto a wall Secure 4 pieces of furniture to the wall to make it child safe Add a piece of timber behind the kids play shelf (see photo) to make more secure You will need to bring the fixtures to use (or go to Bunnings, I’ll pay for the items)

Did exactly what I needed, on a Sunday a bonus!

Shelf install in garage

$100

Pimpama QLD, Australia

10th Jun 2026

I have all the parts for a shelf that use to be in our walk in closet. We removed it and now want it installed in our garage to free up some space. Shelf is about 180cm length, with 4 triangle wood supports. The wall is drywall. Hardware will be required.

Fantastic work from Kris, would hire again!

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.