How much should a person charge to mount a TV?

It varies with the TV size, the wall type, and whether you want the cables hidden. I quote each job before I start. Send me the TV size, a photo of the wall, and whether you want cable concealment, and I'll give you a price.

Can you mount a TV above a fireplace?

Yes, but let's talk about heat first. Manufacturers generally recommend keeping TVs out of the heat zone above an active fireplace. I mount to masonry or to the wall above the mantel as appropriate, using the correct anchors.

Can you mount a TV on a brick, tile, or stone wall?

Yes. Masonry needs different anchors and drill bits than drywall, and tile needs care so it doesn't crack. I'll check the wall and tell you how I'd handle it.

How do you hide the cables?

Two ways: paintable surface raceways, which are the fastest and need no wall cutting, or an in-wall pass-through kit that runs low-voltage cables inside the wall between two plates. The in-wall option looks the cleanest.

How high should I mount my TV?

A good rule is to put the center of the screen at eye level when you're seated, which is often around 42 to 48 inches from the floor in a living room. Above a fireplace it ends up higher, so a tilting mount helps. I'll mark the height with you before I drill.

What size TV can you mount?

I mount everything from small bedroom sets to large living room screens. Tell me the model or size when you book so the mount you use is rated for its weight and its VESA pattern.

Can I mount a TV myself?

Many people can on a stud wall with the right mount and a stud finder. It goes wrong with the wrong anchors, missed studs, or a heavy TV on brick, tile, or a hollow wall. If you're not sure about the wall, it's worth having it done.

Can you move a TV that's already mounted?

Yes. I can take the TV down, patch the old anchor holes, and remount it at a new height or in a new spot.

Handyman service · Martinez, CA

TV Mounting in Martinez & Contra Costa County

A TV hung on the wrong anchors is a safety problem, and a crooked mount with cables dangling is an eyesore. I mount TVs on drywall studs, brick, tile, stone, and above fireplaces. I find the studs, choose hardware that suits your wall, level the screen, and route the cables so all you see is the TV. Send me the TV size or model and a photo of the wall, and I can tell you how I'd mount it before I show up.

Get a Quote Call 925-257-2685

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Based in MartinezServing about 35 miles around

Quoted before I startSend photos for a quote

What's Included

Fixed, tilting, and full-motion mount installation
Stud-finding and proper anchor placement
Brick, concrete, and stone mounting (masonry anchors)
Above-fireplace installs
In-wall cable concealment (drywall cord channel)
Surface cord management with paintable raceways
Soundbar and shelf mounting
HDMI cable routing

What I need to know before I come

Your TV size or model, the wall type if you know it (drywall, brick, tile, or stone), where you want the TV and where the cables need to end up, and a photo of the wall. For a fireplace install, tell me whether it's gas, wood, or decorative, since heat affects where the TV can go.

Choosing a mount

A fixed mount sits flat and keeps the TV close to the wall. A tilting mount angles the screen down, which helps when the TV is high or above a fireplace. A full-motion mount swings out and turns, which suits corners and open rooms. You can supply the mount or send me a link first and I'll confirm it fits your TV and wall.

Clean cables

There are two tidy options. Paintable surface raceways go over the wall and need no cutting. An in-wall pass-through kit runs low-voltage cables inside the wall between two plates, which looks cleanest. Power cords still plug into an outlet, so the cleanest finish also depends on where your outlets are.

Pricing

I price each job by the size of the work, access, and materials, and I quote before I start. Single-visit jobs like this stay well under California's $1,000 limit for unlicensed handyman work. Send a few photos and a short description for a quote.

When I'll Refer You to a Licensed Pro

Adding an outlet behind the TV, or fishing power wiring through a finished wall, is electrical work for a licensed electrician. I can install a cord-management channel or a low-voltage in-wall pass-through for the cables, and the electrician handles anything that involves line-voltage wiring.

Bay Bilt is not a licensed contractor. Work is limited to jobs under $1,000 (labor and materials). Insured.

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Frequently Asked Questions

: It varies with the TV size, the wall type, and whether you want the cables hidden. I quote each job before I start. Send me the TV size, a photo of the wall, and whether you want cable concealment, and I'll give you a price.
: Yes, but let's talk about heat first. Manufacturers generally recommend keeping TVs out of the heat zone above an active fireplace. I mount to masonry or to the wall above the mantel as appropriate, using the correct anchors.
: Yes. Masonry needs different anchors and drill bits than drywall, and tile needs care so it doesn't crack. I'll check the wall and tell you how I'd handle it.
: Two ways: paintable surface raceways, which are the fastest and need no wall cutting, or an in-wall pass-through kit that runs low-voltage cables inside the wall between two plates. The in-wall option looks the cleanest.
: A good rule is to put the center of the screen at eye level when you're seated, which is often around 42 to 48 inches from the floor in a living room. Above a fireplace it ends up higher, so a tilting mount helps. I'll mark the height with you before I drill.
: I mount everything from small bedroom sets to large living room screens. Tell me the model or size when you book so the mount you use is rated for its weight and its VESA pattern.
: Many people can on a stud wall with the right mount and a stud finder. It goes wrong with the wrong anchors, missed studs, or a heavy TV on brick, tile, or a hollow wall. If you're not sure about the wall, it's worth having it done.
: Yes. I can take the TV down, patch the old anchor holes, and remount it at a new height or in a new spot.

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Need TV Mounting in Martinez or nearby?

Send a few photos and what you need done. I'll quote the job before I start.

Get a quote Call 925-257-2685