Labor is a flat rate by TV size: $129 up to 54 inches, $159 for 55-69 inches, $209 for 70-79 inches, $299 for 80-99 inches, and $399 for 100 inches and up. The bracket is extra (yours, or $49-$79 from us). Hiding the wires in the wall adds $99 per TV, and brick, stone or concrete adds $99.
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“How much does it cost to mount a TV?” is the first question on most of our calls. The labor is more predictable than people expect. What moves the total is the wall you’re drilling into, the bracket you choose and whether you want the cables out of sight. Below is the exact math we quote, with worked examples, so you can check any quote you get.
TV mounting cost by TV size (2026)
This is the full labor price list. It covers a standard install on drywall over wood studs: finding the studs, the lag bolts or anchors your wall needs, a level hang, a pull test at twice the TV’s weight and cleanup. The bracket is a separate line.
| TV size | Labor, drywall install |
|---|---|
| Up to 54” | $129 |
| 55-69” | $159 |
| 70-79” | $209 |
| 80-99” | $299 |
| 100” and up | $399 |
Bigger TVs cost more in labor because they need more careful stud work, a two-person lift and more time to level. From 85 inches up, the install often needs three studs and a plywood backer plate; the details are in our heavy-duty TV mounting guide.
Want your exact number without a phone call? The TV mounting price estimator runs the same schedule in about 30 seconds.
What a real job adds up to
| Job | How it adds up | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 50” TV on drywall, your own bracket | $129 | $129 |
| 65” TV on drywall, full-motion bracket from us | $159 + $79 | $238 |
| 65” TV on drywall, wires hidden in the wall | $159 + $99 | $258 |
| 65” TV on brick, your own bracket | $159 + $99 | $258 |
| 75” TV on a brick wall, raceway for the wires, flat bracket from us | $209 + $99 + $79 + $69 | $456 |
The same 65-inch TV can be a $159 job or a $258 job, and the only difference is what’s behind the paint.
Cost by wall type
The wall is the biggest variable in any quote.
- Drywall over wood studs: the standard case, no surcharge. Lag bolts go into the studs and you’re done.
- Brick, stone or concrete: add $99. These walls need a hammer drill, carbide bits and masonry anchors, and the work is slower. Our brick vs stone veneer guide explains the difference between solid masonry and veneer.
- Brick or stone veneer on the outside of the house, TV on the inside wall: no surcharge, because the bracket lands on the wood studs behind the drywall, not on the brick.
- Plaster and lath: no surcharge, but it takes longer and a careless drill cracks the plaster. See finding studs behind plaster.
- Metal studs (condos and high-rises): no surcharge. The hardware changes to toggle anchors through the steel; our metal stud guide has the counts.
Not sure what your wall is? It’s the first thing the installer checks on arrival, and the full process is in our how to mount a TV guide.
Add-on costs
| Add-on | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| In-wall cable concealment | $99 per TV | A code-compliant in-wall power kit, fully recessed. See our in-wall cable guide. |
| Outside-wall raceway | $79 per TV | A paintable cord cover on the wall surface, no cutting |
| Brick, stone or concrete wall | $99 per TV | Masonry drilling and anchors |
| Flat bracket from us | $49 up to 54”, $69 for 55” and up | Or bring your own |
| Full-motion bracket from us | $59 up to 54”, $79 for 55” and up | This is the bracket price; there is no extra labor charge for an arm |
| Pull-down mount install over a fireplace | size-tier rate plus $99 | You supply the pull-down mount |
| Soundbar mounting | $79 | Mounted and aligned below the TV |
A full-motion mount and a good stud finder are the two purchases DIYers most often get wrong: the arm because it has to match the TV’s size, weight and VESA pattern, and the stud finder because it’s the tool people skip and then regret.
Does TV mounting cost more in some cities?
No. The flat rates are the same in all 13 metros we serve: a 65-inch TV on drywall is $159 in Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago or Los Angeles. What moves the total is the wall mix in each market. A lot of South Florida homes are concrete block, which triggers the masonry surcharge, and many high-rise units in every market have metal studs, which take toggle anchors instead of lag bolts.
City-specific notes live in our Miami TV mounting cost guide (concrete-block walls and high-rises) and our Los Angeles cost guide (lath-and-plaster homes).
Flat rate vs hourly pricing
Handyman marketplaces often quote a low base fee and then add charges for screen size, mounting height, cable hiding and wall type, which is where the final number climbs. Some bill by the hour, so a slow wall costs you more.
A flat rate by size takes the guessing out. The base install covers the wall check, the stud finding, the fasteners your wall needs, a level hang, the pull test and cleanup. Everything beyond that is a named add-on from the table above, so the quote you hear on the phone is the quote you pay.
DIY vs professional cost
A DIY install costs the bracket plus any tools you don’t already own. What the professional fee buys is the right anchor for your specific wall, a guaranteed-level install and a pull test at twice the TV’s weight before anyone leaves.
The case for a pro is the downside: a wrong anchor on a 65-inch TV can mean a drywall repair and a cracked screen. On an expensive or heavy TV, the install fee is small next to what a fall costs. If you do it yourself, start with the right hardware for your wall: do you need studs, lag vs toggle bolts, and our how to mount a TV guide and DIY wizard for the steps.
How to get an exact number
- Use the TV mounting price estimator: pick your TV size, wall type and add-ons, and it returns the number our crews quote.
- Check the full price list or call (470) 777-4077 for a same-day quote.
No hidden fees. The estimate you get is the price you pay unless you add services on site, for example deciding to hide the cables after we arrive. Every install carries a 3-year workmanship warranty.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to mount a TV?
Labor is a flat $129 for TVs up to 54 inches, $159 for 55-69 inches, $209 for 70-79 inches, $299 for 80-99 inches, and $399 for 100 inches and up. The bracket is separate: bring your own or buy one from us ($49-$69 flat, $59-$79 full-motion). In-wall cable concealment adds $99 per TV and a brick, stone or concrete wall adds $99.
How much does it cost to mount a 55-inch TV?
$159 in labor on drywall. Add the bracket if you don’t have one ($69 flat or $79 full-motion from us); in-wall wire concealment adds $99, and a brick or stone wall adds $99.
How much does it cost to mount a TV and hide the wires?
The size-tier labor plus $99 per TV for in-wall concealment, or plus $79 for a paintable raceway on the wall surface. A 65-inch TV on drywall with wires in the wall comes to $258.
Does a full-motion mount cost more to install?
Not in labor. A full-motion bracket from us is $59 up to 54 inches and $79 for 55 inches and up, and that bracket price is the whole difference.
Is it cheaper to mount a TV yourself?
Up front, yes: you pay for the bracket and any tools you’re missing. The risk is the wrong anchor for your wall, which can pull a large TV out of the drywall and turn a cheap mistake into a repair bill plus a damaged screen.
Does the price change between cities?
No. The flat rates are the same in every metro we serve. The total can differ because of the wall: concrete block, brick and stone trigger the masonry surcharge wherever they are.
Why does in-wall cable concealment cost extra?
It takes a code-compliant in-wall power kit plus cutting and finishing the drywall, usually 30 to 45 minutes of extra work. Running a standard power cord inside the wall violates the NEC, which is why a proper kit is required.
