Handyman
TV mounting
A straightforward TV on drywall, with a sound stud and a bracket that fits, is the small job people expect. Plaster, brick, and mounts above a fireplace are different work and often a different price.
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Typical estimates
| Job | Typical estimate | What the range assumes |
|---|---|---|
| Drywall, standard bracket | $100–$150 | Labor for a typical living-room mount. |
| Plaster, brick, or stone | $150–$300 | Different anchors and more time. |
| Above a fireplace | Often declined or higher | Heat and masonry make this a judgment call. |
What’s included
- Mounting a TV on the wall type you describe, when the bracket and hardware match that wall
- A basic hookup to an existing outlet and devices you already own
- A stop if the wall will not hold the set safely
What this is not
- In-wall cable fishing and new electrical outlets. A new circuit is an electrician’s job
- Mounts above a masonry fireplace unless the pro agrees after seeing it
- Buying the TV or the bracket, unless the quote says otherwise
Around Nashville
East Nashville and Sylvan Park bungalows often have plaster over lath. Anchors made for drywall will pull out. Say plaster if you know the house is prewar.
New infill in The Nations and Mt. Juliet is usually standard drywall, which is the $100–$150 kind of mount if the bracket is ordinary and the TV is not enormous.
What changes the price
Wall
Drywall over studs is the baseline. Plaster, brick, and tile are not.
TV weight
A very large set can need a second person even on drywall.
Wire path
Hiding cables inside a wall is a separate task and may need an electrician if power is added.
How to choose a pro
- Have the TV size and the wall material ready before you request a match.
- Ask if the price assumes you already own a rated bracket.
- Do not ask a handyman to invent a new outlet. That is licensed electrical work.
Questions
Is $100–$150 the price everywhere?
It is a typical estimate for a simple drywall mount in this metro. Franklin, Brentwood, and Green Hills sometimes carry a higher minimum. Plaster and masonry cost more.
Can you hide the wires?
Surface management is common. Cutting a channel for an in-wall kit is extra, and new power belongs with an electrician.
What if the studs are in the wrong place?
A pro can use a rated mount that bridges studs. If they cannot do it safely, they should say no.