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Joe is easy to communicate with and did a great job. I would highly recommend Joe for any carpentry tasks.

Install shelf with rail to walk in robe

$200

I am so impressed! I am so happy with the storage shelves the built for my family.

Install shelving for garage

$300

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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.

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.

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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

Art & floating shelf installation and hanging

$150

Green Point NSW 2251, Australia

27th Oct 2026

Mounting and installation job I need two items securely mounted on an internal wall: 1. Oak floating shelf
Install a solid oak floating shelf into the wall studs (and gyprock). Stud screws have already been purchased and will be supplied. 2. Large painting
Mount a 1500 × 1000 mm painting directly into gyprock. Please quote for both jobs, including any additional fixings or hardware required for a solid, level finish.

David did a great job. My art and shelf installation was completed quickly and professionally

Install shelves inside a wardrobe

$150

Denham Court NSW 2565, Australia

26th Oct 2026

I have an empty section in my existing wardrobe and would like white built-in shelves installed, as shown in the attached photo. I’m looking for someone experienced in wardrobe shelving/cabinetry who can: * Measure the space * Recommend the appropriate shelving material and dimensions * Advise me on exactly what materials and hardware to purchase * Install the shelves securely with a neat, built-in finish I will purchase the materials based on your recommendations. Please quote for labour/installation only. I’d prefer someone with experience installing built-in wardrobe shelving.

IKEA bookshelf installation

$300

Kinglake West VIC 3757, Australia

26th Oct 2026

Hi there, I need an IKEA PLASTA bookshelf installed. It has to be flush against my wall. This would mean that you would need to remove the skirting boards, install the furniture, and then place the skirting boards back. I’ve included an image with the measurements. My wall is slightly longer than the length of the bookshelf, meaning you would need to bring a piece of wood to fit between the floating blocks. If you have any questions, please ask. Thanks so much

Hang shelf

$100

Dulwich Hill NSW 2203, Australia

26th Oct 2026

Need one shelf to be screwed into the wall. I have the wood and the brackets for the shelf . Pine Shelf size 123cm x 29cm x 2cm I can swap the brackets at Bunnings before job if required

Assemble and mount shelves,shift large cabinet across room

$150

Rivervale WA 6103, Australia

24th Oct 2026

- help me shift large cabinet to other side of room - assemble 2 x low height Billy bookshelves - safety secure to wall (walls are internal plasterboard w steel framing but attachment doesn’t need to be structural or load bearing, just so shelf doesn’t lean or fall forward) - no stairs involved !

Put together my ikea shelves very nicely and quickly

Handyman Required – Floating Shelf Installation & Wall/Paint Touch-Ups

$500

Sunshine Coast QLD 4575, Australia

24th Oct 2026

Looking for an experienced handyman to complete a few small jobs around an apartment. Scope of work: * Install 4 floating shelves, ensuring they are level, secure and professionally finished. * Repair minor chips, dents and marks in gyprock walls. (5 small chips) * Touch up paintwork on walls and skirting board - might need a full wall for consistency * Fill, sand and paint any damaged areas to ensure a clean, seamless finish Requirements: * Must have experience installing floating shelves into gyprock walls. * All tools, suitable fixings and patching materials to be provided. * Attention to detail is important, particularly with paint matching and finishing. Please include your experience and availability when quoting

Install shelf bracket for 2 shelves inside a small cabinet

$185

Glebe NSW 2037, Australia

22nd Oct 2026

I need to get brackets for two shelves inside the cabinet shown. I've also included the dimensions from the designer who had it made. I have 2 shelves cut to size. Top shelf is 6mm thick clear glass. Bottom shelf is 6mm thick black acrylic. Ideally I think 3 or 4 shelf supports along each side of each shelf would be great. The thickness of the side walls is 18mm. Made from a material known as lumber core in Japan, and is strong enough for drilling, etc. If possible I'd like it so that the holes for the internal shelf brackets are not drilled all the way through the side walls of the cabinet. Please let me know if you can do it. Needs to be done tonight between 6pm - 9pm. Last offer will be $185

Joey was lovely, quick and knew what he was doing. Highly recommended!

Install shelves in walk in wardrobe

$150

Ryde NSW 2112, Australia

21st Oct 2026

Need a few shelves installed in walk in wardrobe. I have some material but need it cut & fixed

Install shelf in cupboard

$200

Armadale VIC 3143, Australia

15th Oct 2026

I would like one shelf installed in my cleaning cupboard so I can utilise the dead space. I do not have any materials. Needs to match the finish on current shelf please

Thanks so much Hamish for installing a shelf into my cupboard. Got the job done and very friendly. Also helped lift my very heavy mirror that was delivered at the same time.

Install shelves at storage unit

$300

Keysborough VIC 3173, Australia

14th Oct 2026

Need to install 5 shelves inside this storage unit

Great work and very reliable. Will use them again

Install shelving unit, mount TV and pictures.

$400

Brighton VIC 3186, Australia

13th Oct 2026

Install items to concrete walls in apartment: 1. Wall mount Samsung TV (see photo for size indication) 2. ⁠Install shelving unit (see photo of timber shelving unit on right side of photo - it requires about 6 fixing points into wall) 3. ⁠Hang artworks x 10

Sam is professional and detail oriented. He did a few jobs at my house - TV installation, shelving and hanging pictures. All were done perfectly and his polite and friendly attitude made it a pleasure to have Sam in my home.

Handyman - install shelves and hang frame in garage

$50

Innaloo WA 6018, Australia

12th Oct 2026

- Put together set of shelves and secure to garage wall (rendered brick) - Supply and install two masonry plug and pan-head screw (or whatever you think is best), so I can hang two picture frames in garage

Fantastic job constructing shelves, securing to wall and doing some other odd jobs. Professional, friendly, great attention to detail and incredibly helpful. Highly recommend.

Install shelf into brick wall

$60

Petersham NSW, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Installation of an ikea shelf into wall (brick)

Very good technician

Relocate and Install Shelving

$250

Malaga WA 6090, Australia

29th Sep 2026

1. Required to deconstruct shelving. 2. transport it 700m down the road (can provide transport of shelving if needed) 3. Re Install it, will require a drill for the slat wall racking.

Got the job done and did the extra bits to complete.

Wall mount shelf

$50

Oakleigh South VIC 3167, Australia

27th Sep 2026

Full built floating shelf needs to be safely wall mounted (including finding the right spot). I have lost one piece of hardware out of 4 that came with the packages so judgement around selecting right wall mounting support is required

Job extremely well done thank you Tom

Floating shelf installed / small wall repair

$200

Yeerongpilly QLD 4105, Australia

15th Sep 2026

Hello, need someone a bit handier than me to help fix the wall and install a floating shelf we bought from RJ living. Photos attached including the wall damage from it falling off.

Awesome at what he does. So quick to reply and get in and get the job done. What a gem!

Install shelving

$600

Seaforth NSW 2092, Australia

13th Sep 2026

I have 3 x 1700mm x 250mm x 35mm timber shelves to be installed on a stud gyprock wall. I want them to be floating shelves. Job will require recommending and supplying appropriate floating brackets (we live close to a Bunnings). The shelves need holes drilled also. Seeking professional carpenter or equivalent who can do the job ideally on a weekend or Friday.

Installed a complex floating shelf to a high standard. Professional and polite operator

Need a handyman for van shelf install

$10

Southeast Outer Brisbane QLD, Australia

12th Sep 2026

Need someone to install this to my caddy van.

Went above and beyond for the work. Really happy with his work. Amazing guy too.

Install Shelves in Wardrobes

$250

Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

9th Sep 2026

Someone to measure, buy, cut and install laminate shelving in two built-in wardrobes. Wardrobe 1: approx. 50cm x 50cm – 5 shelves Wardrobe 2: approx. 120cm x 50cm – 6 shelves Scope Come measure the wardrobes on site to confirm exact dimensions Buy laminate/melamine shelving from Bunnings and cut to size (I'll reimburse material cost at receipt, or pay you directly if easier) Install securely (brackets/supports as needed) What you'll need Own tools Experience installing laminate/melamine shelving Ability to source/transport materials from Bunnings

Incredible service, punctual and accomodating!! Highly recommend.