The question I get asked most: "How much to mount my TV?" The honest answer is it depends - but here's what affects the price.
Average TV Mounting Costs
| Service | Typical Price |
|---|---|
| Basic mounting (bracket only) | £60-£90 |
| Mount + cable hide (surface) | £85-£130 |
| Mount + cable hide (in-wall) | £120-£200 |
| Above fireplace (brick) | £90-£150 |
| Full install with soundbar | £130-£200 |
These are Exeter-area prices for 2025. London and the South East are typically higher.
What Affects the Price
1. Wall Type
This is the biggest factor.
Plasterboard (stud wall):
- Need to find studs or use heavy-duty fixings
- May need backing board if no studs in the right place
- Usually quicker if studs are accessible
Brick:
- Straightforward drilling
- Standard job
Stone:
- Harder to drill
- Takes longer
- May need specialist fixings
Concrete:
- Hard on drill bits
- Takes longer
Above a fireplace:
- Often has a lintel (hard concrete)
- May have flue or chimney breast to consider
- Usually costs more
2. Bracket Type
Fixed bracket: TV sits flat to wall, no movement. Cheapest option.
Tilt bracket: TV angles down slightly. Good for higher mounting.
Full motion/articulating: Swings out, tilts, swivels. Most expensive but most flexible.
Most handymen include the mounting labour; you supply the bracket. If you want us to supply it, add £20-£80 depending on type.
3. Cable Management
This is where costs vary most.
No cable hide:
- Cables hang visible
- Cheapest option
- Looks messy
Surface trunking:
- Plastic channel runs down wall
- Paint-matchable
- Quick to fit
- Looks okay
In-wall cable hide:
- Cables hidden in wall
- Needs two holes and wall fishing
- Looks cleanest
- Takes longer
Chasing cables into wall:
- Channel cut into plaster
- Then plastered over
- Most invisible
- Takes longest, makes mess
4. Height and Position
Standard height (eye level from sofa):
- Easy to work on
- Quick
High mounting:
- May need scaffolding or tall ladders
- Takes longer
- Safety consideration
Corner mounting:
- Specialist brackets needed
- More complex fitting
Awkward access:
- Behind furniture
- Narrow spaces
- Adds time
5. Additional Work
Things that add to the cost:
- Running HDMI/aerial cables to other locations
- Fitting Sky box on wall shelf
- Sound bar mounting
- Adding extra sockets
- Hiding cables in a chimney breast (complex)
What's Included in a Quote
A good TV mounting quote should include:
- Bracket fitting (you provide bracket)
- All fixings for your wall type
- Basic cable management (at minimum, tidying)
- Checking it's secure and level
- Testing TV works
- Cleanup
Ask about:
- Whether they've seen your wall type before
- What happens if fixings don't work
- If cable hide is included or extra
DIY vs Professional
DIY costs:
- Bracket: £20-£80
- Fixings: £5-£15 (if you need extras)
- Your time: Several hours first time
DIY challenges:
- Finding wall studs or choosing right fixings
- Getting it level
- Managing weight safely (TVs are heavier than they look)
- Cable management
- Knowing if the wall can take it
When to hire:
- Above a fireplace
- Stone or unknown wall type
- Heavy TV (55"+)
- You want it done right first time
How to Save Money
- Supply your own bracket - Buy online, it's usually cheaper
- Basic cable management - Surface trunking is much cheaper than in-wall
- Standard height, easy access - Don't make it complicated
- Bundle with other jobs - Multiple small jobs = better value
Red Flags When Getting Quotes
Watch out for:
- Won't quote without seeing TV (unusual for straightforward jobs)
- No mention of wall type
- Unclear what's included
- No reviews or portfolio
Good signs:
- Asks about your wall type
- Specifies what's included
- Has photos of previous work
- Clear pricing
My Pricing
For Hembury Contracting, TV mounting typically runs:
Standard mount (brick/plasterboard, surface cable hide): £85-£110
Above fireplace (brick, surface cable hide): £110-£140
Premium (full motion bracket, in-wall cables): £150-£200
Final price depends on exactly what's involved - but I'll give you a fixed quote before starting.
Need your TV mounted? I fit TVs most weeks - from 32" screens to 75" monsters. Call 01392 964094 or get a quote.
Sam Hembury
Sam is the founder of Hembury Contracting, providing professional handyman services across Exeter and Devon. With years of experience in property maintenance, he shares practical tips to help homeowners tackle common tasks.