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Troy did a great job building shelves for my wardrobe. He was prompt and a good communicator. Thank you Troy!

Install shelves in wardrobe

$150

Great communication and an amazing job! Thanks Shane!

Hang shelves

$50

Garry was kind and super quick to complete our task. Happy to book with him again if we need.

Fix door and install shelf

$60

Fantastic service that was flexible, great worksmanship and very happy with the final result

Install Shelves & Ladder

$100

I'm very satisfied with the work done by Ali. He installed IKEA shelves and pegboards with precision and complete the job as promised. He gave me tips to install things in the future too. Plus, a very nice guy to talk with too. I definitely recommend him for any handyman works.

Install Shelves & pegboard to the wall

$60

Gilbert was friendly, professional and went out of his way to help. I would not hesitate to use him again.

Install shelving unit

$150

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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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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

Vanity installation and laundry shelf installation

$50

Docklands VIC 3008, Australia

30th Apr 2025

Vanity and laundry shelf installation

Buy and Install Shelves

$500

South Yarra VIC, Australia

29th Apr 2025

Hello, We are looking for someone to find and install 3 pairs of shelves similar to the ones we have in our studio. In total it would be 6 shelves needing to be put up. The shleves we have currently are: Length: 120cm Height: 3cm Width: 23cm It would be installed into our brick walls, so you would probably need a stud finder and hammer drill. We would like the shleves to be similar to the ones we have (dark wood). Let me know if you have any questions.

Great communication and great work! Really nice as well - would highly recommend.

Install Shelving across 2 walls

$800

Rose Bay NSW, Australia

29th Apr 2025

Installing shelving across 2 walls - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01JSZFYE21EF6FNSFT8A3PYH4F

Assemble wardrobe, bed, install shelves/storage

$300

North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia

28th Apr 2025

1. Installing wall-mounted BESTA storage (3 units and doors), need to drill holes through the center unit for cable management. 2. Installing 2 pieces of IKEA LACK floating shelves (110cm each) above couch. 3. Assemble BRIMNES Day Bed 4. Assemble wardrobe internals for existing built-in robe. We live in an apartment, may need to find the wall studs and used hollow wall anchor for suspension rail. Available on Thursday and Friday please.

Install Shelving

$350

Mortlake NSW 2137, Australia

28th Apr 2025

Install shelves into a cupboard space to create a linen press.

Hang shelves and paintings on brick wall

$50

Mosman, New South Wales

27th Apr 2025

Need someone to hang three A3 size prints, and Ikea shelf and Ikea noticeboard in bedroom.

Aaron was super efficient and did a brilliant job

Organise garage, hang shelves

$150

Coogee NSW, Australia

27th Apr 2025

Have 4 ryobi wall shelves that need attaching. Need to also hang a hook for a roof box.

On time, flexible, happy with result

Mount shelves on wall

$100

Pascoe Vale South VIC, Australia

25th Apr 2025

We need 2 shelves with 3 (not 2) supports drilled into a wall. We have the shelves and maybe the right screws. I tried to do the first one and it isn’t level 😫 Pic of Ikea shelves attached.

His expertise is evident in his work.

Install shelves into a built-in

$80

Lilyfield NSW 2040, Australia

25th Apr 2025

Install 3 shelves into a built-in cupboard. I have materials for the shelves

Install shelving onto wall which is apart of a bar.

$100

South Kingsville VIC, Australia

23rd Apr 2025

Install two wooden shelves (that I already have) onto the wall with wooden custom brackets that I already have. Photos attached of finished product.

Very good, guided me through the process of what and what isn’t possible.

Wall mount shelves racks

$150

Dianella WA, Australia

10th Apr 2025

I'm short on time and the extra hands to wall hang a Bunnings Flexi Storage double slot system wall rack in a bedroom. - Affixed to a solid brick wall. - Horizontal hanging rail is 2x 1200mm - 5 Vertical double slot hanging rails 3 x 1200mm, 2 x 300mm. - 7 shelves to place - I have all the necessary fixings, such as wall plugs, screws, hangers and rails. - See the diagram for the installation layout. Would be amazing if this could be done today, although am flexible with day/time.

Super fast response, arrived the same afternoon I posted the task. He had his own gear, laser level, and made short work of my wall mounted shelves. Well done!

Install shelf on dry wall

$60

North Kellyville NSW, Australia

8th Apr 2025

I need help with installing - 3x small wooden shelves - 1x wall plaque Installing this on a drywall.

I had a great experience working with Mike! He came by to help install some shelves and a wall plaque, and everything turned out perfectly. Mike was super friendly, professional, and easy to talk to. The work was done quickly, neatly, and exactly how I wanted it. I’ll definitely be calling him again for future projects. Highly recommend if you're looking for someone reliable

Handyman - install shelf between washer and dryer

$120

Ashgrove QLD, Australia

1st Apr 2025

Need someone to install stacking device - shelf that goes between dryer and washing machine. We can lift the dryer onto the washing machine. https://www.appliancesonline.com.au/product/bosch-stacking-kit-with-shelf/ Will require a drill. Ashgrove location.

Great communication, turned up on time, completed the task with no fuss. Would use again!

Install shelves

$150

Northern Suburbs WA, Australia

17th Mar 2025

Two shelves purchased online but the wall isn’t quite even so they need a bit skimmed off. To be installed to right of fireplace.

Great communication and speedy response but unfortunately didn’t have the experience/equipment for adjusting and hanging the floating shelves that we had. It was a difficult job with the walls being plastered and not straight so would recommend for other work. We just had to support one of the shelves ourselves after he left and hope it will dry so they are straight.

Handyman - install shelf into solid brick wall and hang pictures

$65

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

5th Mar 2025

Hello, ladder required. I need a shelf drilled into a brick wall. Specialty drill bit required and a tallish ladder. Plus, hang some framed pictures on picture rail (very high up). Estimate less than an hours work.

Great help. Thanks Tom! Will definitely book again.

Removal of baseboard, install shelves, secure chest of drawer.

$50

Craigieburn VIC 3064, Australia

2nd Mar 2025

Need to remove Baseboard (70cm and 90cm on either side and paint the leftover. This is so I can fit a buffet table which is 1220. The wall is 1200 with baseboard. Need four small shelves on wall and secure chest of drawers to wall.

Very happy with Omer’s job, detailed and kind. Very accommodating with any request and knowledgeable.

Hang shelves IKEA Kallax

$85

Elizabeth South SA 5112, Australia

20th Feb 2025

4 single file cube, assembled. Needs hanging on wall above a bed. Double brick wall. You need your own tools, experience and able to make safe to carry weight of books.

Great job! Happy to work Ricardo again

Install Shelly Plus 1PM and 2PM Devices

$150

Rhodes NSW, Australia

17th Feb 2025

Need an electrician to install 8 x Shelly Plus 1PM and 2x Shelly Plus 2PM devices on various light switches around the house. I have the devices available already, and can assist by opening up the light switch boxes and replace them to speed things up. Just need someone qualified to do the wiring. You will need your own additional wires as I have none available.

Very quick and responsive, got the job done efficiently

Hang shelf

$50

North Bondi NSW, Australia

16th Feb 2025

I need two small floating shelves mounted onto brick wall. Photos of shelves and mounting locations below.

Did a great job hanging up the shelves I needed - will definitely use again

Uninstall shelf

$60

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

14th Feb 2025

Need someone help me uninstall these shelf and put back storage room

Really nice guy. Highly recommend !