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Really helpful, really respectful and polite, commmunicated well, efficient

Attach corner pieces and wall mount shelf

$150

Great job appreciate it

INSTALL SHELVES

$100

Very happy with todays service. Quick and efficient. Thanks Joe.

Picture and shelf hanging

$200

Great work thank you

Install shelves

$100

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

Install shelves in garage. Drill into brick required

$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.

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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

Want to install shelves in wardrobes

$200

Greenbank QLD, Australia

14th Feb 2026

Looking to install shelves in two wardrobes.

I need help to measure the room, procure and install shelves.

$250

Lewisham NSW 2049, Australia

13th Feb 2026

I have a room under my house. I need a professional to measure the room, procure and install shelves to maximise the storage space available.

Securely install cat tree, and build and install shelves for cats

$950

Armadale VIC, Australia

12th Feb 2026

Seeking experienced handyman/ carpenter to: 1. Secure 1 x cat tree to brick wall 2.Build and install approx. 6 bracketed shelves in cat room 3. Install 3 shelves and one cat scratch post in living room (these have been purchased from Amazon) 4. Possibly build and install 1 longer shelf (~1200mm) in living room Shelves to be: 1. Appropriate thickness, hevea hardwood preferred 2. Bracketed (heavy-duty for jumping cats and appropriately coloured to blend with wood and space) 3. Installed into brick 4. Wood to be treated with water-based satin polyurethane 5. All edges sealed prior to installation 6. Slightly rounded edges preferred Happy to answer questions and organise a time for an initial inspection

Install shelf

$80

Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia

12th Feb 2026

Install 2 shelf’s on wall

Install shelves on wall

$70

Concord NSW, Australia

12th Feb 2026

After a skilled person to install two IKEA "LACK" floating shelves. The primary requirement is that they are mounted with maximum stability and weight-bearing capacity. Would prefer someone who has experience with this shelving system and can ensure a perfectly level, secure finish. Brick wall Thanks

Zach did an exceedingly good job, punctual and kind. Overall, 10/10 service. Highly recommend

Shelf installation

$50

Bella Vista NSW 2153, Australia

12th Feb 2026

I need a wall mount installed

Floating shelf installation, also possible alteration of a TV cabinet

$500

Byford WA, Australia

11th Feb 2026

I'm looking to have a floating shelf installed on a bedroom wall. Would love the shelf to be about 150mm deep and the wall is 3700mm. Don't mind if it's in 2 pieces as long as the seem isn't noticeable. Light weight wood that I can stain later. There's also 2 power points along that wall. Also possibly looking at getting a TV cabinet shortened, wanting about 150mm taken off the length of the back so it doesn't stick out as much.(tv cabinet is approximately 2000mm long). Price is negotiable.

Tv mount shelves mount garage brackets

$150

Schofields NSW, Australia

10th Feb 2026

1. Tv to mount on wall 2. 3 shelves on wall 3. Garage angles for shelving, you will do angle finding stud and I will do the shelves later 4. Number plate at the front

Install shelf in bathroom (on tiles)

$50

Narre Warren North, Victoria

7th Feb 2026

I have a floating shelf that I need installed in the shower. A particular drill bit is required so possibly a tiler for this job.

Shane was so good! Got my shelf up and was right on time. Would happily have over again.

Install shelves

$100

Eastgardens NSW, Australia

5th Feb 2026

Just need to install these shelves in this storage room. The shelves are already bought - as attached in the photos & a pic of the storage room is provided

Great work thank you

Install shelves on racking

$800

Alexandria NSW, Australia

30th Jan 2026

We are looking for someone to come and cut the wood shelves to size (no over hang) and attach them by drilling into the racking so they don’t move. We will supply card to purchase more wood panel’s from Bunnings and other supply’s. Needs to be finish by Monday night. Probably a two person job to get shelves up (need a ladder)

Got the job done well

Floating shelf install

$50

Hughesdale VIC, Australia

29th Jan 2026

I have a floating shelf and bracket I need installed on a wall.

Jon was very easy to work with and very efficient and organised

Wall repair and floating shelf installed

$100

Officer VIC, Australia

20th Jan 2026

Floating shelf has come down, leaving a few holes in the wall. Need someone to: • Fill and repair the holes • Securely reinstall the floating shelf Wall is in good condition otherwise. Looking for a neat, professional finish. Please quote and advise availability. Thanks.

Amazing service and truely professional

Carpenter/ Handyman to install shelf slabs inside cupboard

$250

Oxley Park NSW 2760, Australia

19th Jan 2026

1. Install 4 shelves inside cuboard approx length 100 cms width 50 cms. Photo 1 2. Install wooden slab to keep microwave 75 cms length 60 cms width. Pic 2 3. Fix 1 cabinet door handle. Pic3

Great job by Mark, will defenitely use him again. Genuine pricing

Shelf installation

$200

Abbotsford VIC 3067, Australia

18th Jan 2026

I need someone to add more pegholes to this cupboard so I can put 4 shelves in. I also need help getting the correct size of shelf. I've attached a photo of the shelf dimensions and the inside of the cupboard.

Quick and professional

Mount shelves

$200

Eastgardens NSW, Australia

18th Jan 2026

Need about 10 IKEA shelves mounted on the wall in my office

Aaron was on time and mounted 7 shelves perfectly and quickly! Would definitely work with him again ✨

Mount shelf to internal wall (masonry)

$50

Punchbowl NSW, Australia

18th Jan 2026

Need a professional to safely affix shelf to internal wall (masonry) Shelf is: * 91 cm wide x 15 cm deep x 23 cm high * Weight Capacity: 9 kgs * Material : MDF * Colour: white Came with its own mounting hardware, but not 100% certain if it can be used to mount on to brick internal wall. See picture attached for what the holes on the shelf look like. We have attempted to do this ourselves but needs a professional to securely attach safely with the right equipment. May need deep anchor hooks/ dynabolts. Happy to purchase those myself ahead of install if you tell me which ones to get. Otherwise please bring appropriate material and tools to install. Happy to provide any extra info required ahead of job acceptance. Thanks

Tony did the job perfectly and communicated very promptly- thank you!

Install fleximount shelving into Garage (studs)

$60

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

15th Jan 2026

I have fleximount shelving that I would like installed into wall studs in the garage. (approx 3m, 24 holes)

Christos was professional and completed the job in a timely manner and was able to deal with changes and complexity

Install shelving kit inside a storage cupboard

$250

North Richmond NSW, Australia

11th Jan 2026

I need a metal shelving unit installed inside a storage cupboard. Cupboard measures H3400 x W2000 x D950 Shelving unit measures H2000 x W1800 x D600 I’ll need packaging taken away as well.

Very happy, job well done.

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.

Samuel was great. Arrived promptly and immediately got to work on my task. The whiteboard and shelves were not easy but Samuel took them on and got them up to a great standard and very quickly. I reccomend.