TV Wall Mounting and Installation Cost Melbourne

You’ve got the TV. Now comes the part most people underestimate — getting it safely and cleanly on the wall. TV wall mounting sounds straightforward until you’re staring at a plasterboard wall, a stud finder, a VESA pattern you’ve never heard of, and cable management decisions that will determine whether your living room looks polished or patched together. In Melbourne, professional TV wall mounting services range from a quick fixed-bracket installation to full home theatre setups with in-wall cable concealment, bracket articulation, and AV component integration. This guide breaks down what everything costs, what affects the price, and how to make sure you get a result you’re happy with long term.

Why Professional Installation Is Worth Considering?

A TV mounted badly is worse than a TV not mounted at all. The consequences of poor installation range from cosmetic — crooked alignment, visible cables snaking down the wall — to genuinely dangerous. A 65-inch OLED television weighs upwards of 25kg. Mounted into plasterboard without hitting a stud or using appropriate anchors, that TV can come down without warning, causing serious damage to the TV, the wall, and anything or anyone nearby. Beyond safety, professional installation typically delivers cable management that genuinely looks finished, correct bracket selection for the TV’s VESA pattern and weight, proper wall type assessment (plasterboard, brick, concrete, and double-brick all require different approaches), and the kind of positioning advice — height, viewing angle, tilt — that you only really get right the first time. For many people, a single professional installation is a significantly better investment than a DIY attempt that requires patching, re-drilling, and a second call-out anyway.

What Affects TV Wall Mounting Costs in Melbourne?

No two installations are quite the same, and several variables push the price up or down considerably. Wall type. Plasterboard (the most common interior wall type in Melbourne homes and apartments) is the standard case. Brick, concrete, and double-brick walls require masonry drilling and different anchoring hardware — this adds time and cost. Feature walls with tiles, stone cladding, or heritage materials are more complex again. TV size and weight. Larger, heavier TVs require heavier-duty brackets and more careful installation. Most installers have standard pricing for TVs up to 65 inches, with additional charges for 75-inch and above. Bracket type. Fixed brackets (no movement once mounted) are the cheapest option. Tilting brackets add a modest cost. Full-motion or articulating brackets — which allow the TV to swing out, rotate, and adjust — are the most expensive bracket type and also the most labour-intensive to install correctly, as they need to be perfectly anchored given the increased leverage forces involved. Cable management. This is where installations vary the most visibly. Basic cable management — a surface-mounted cable raceway or conduit — is tidy but visible. In-wall cable concealment, where cables are run inside the wall cavity and emerge cleanly through a wall plate, looks significantly better but costs more and may require an electrician for power relocation. Power point relocation. For a truly clean install with no visible cables, the power point needs to be behind the TV. Moving or adding a power point is electrical work and must be done by a licensed electrician in Victoria. This is often coordinated by the installation company but charged separately. Height and access. Standard installations at a comfortable working height are straightforward. High walls, stairwells, or installations requiring scaffolding or extension ladders add time and cost. Number of TVs. Many installers offer a discounted rate when multiple TVs are installed in a single visit — worth asking about if you’re outfitting multiple rooms. AV equipment integration. If you want a soundbar mounted, a streaming device hidden, a set-top box concealed, or AV components integrated into a cabinet with clean cable runs back to the TV, this extends the scope of the job considerably.

TV Wall Mounting Costs in Melbourne: Price Breakdown

The following ranges reflect typical professional installation pricing across Melbourne, including standard labour and basic cable management:

Basic TV Wall Mounting

TV Size	Fixed Bracket	Tilt Bracket	Full-Motion Bracket
Up to 55″	$120 – $180	$140 – $210	$180 – $280
55″ – 65″	$150 – $210	$170 – $250	$220 – $320
65″ – 75″	$180 – $260	$200 – $290	$260 – $380
75″ and above	$220 – $320	$240 – $350	$300 – $450

Note: These figures typically include standard plasterboard installation, basic cable management, and TV setup. Bracket supply may be included or charged separately depending on the provider.

Additional Cost Items

Service	Estimated Cost (AUD)
Brick or concrete wall drilling	Add $40 – $80
In-wall cable concealment (per run)	$80 – $200
Power point relocation (electrician)	$150 – $300
Soundbar mounting	$60 – $120
AV equipment rack/component setup	$80 – $200
TV removal and disposal	$40 – $80
Second TV (same visit discount)	Typically 15–25% off

Full Home Theatre Installation

For more comprehensive setups — multiple TVs, full cable concealment, surround sound installation, AV rack integration, and smart home connectivity — expect to budget $800–$2,500 or more depending on scope. Note: These are indicative market ranges for Melbourne. Actual quotes will vary based on the specific installer, your property type, and the complexity of your installation. Always get a written quote before work begins.

Wall Types and What They Mean for Your Installation

Understanding your wall type before booking matters — it affects both the approach and the cost. Plasterboard (Gyprock). The standard in most Melbourne homes built after the 1980s and in virtually all apartments. Installers use stud finders to locate the timber or steel frame behind the board and anchor the bracket directly into the studs. For larger, heavier TVs, hitting at least two studs is essential. If stud spacing doesn’t align with the bracket, toggle bolts or cavity anchors may be used — but this adds a layer of complexity that a professional should assess. Brick. Common in Melbourne’s older homes and townhouses. Masonry drilling is required, and the anchoring hardware is different. Brick installations are generally very secure once done correctly — brick doesn’t flex, which is actually an advantage for heavier TVs — but the drilling is more time-intensive and dusty. Double brick. Found in many pre-1980s Melbourne homes. Similar to single brick but with thicker walls, which affects cable concealment (running cables through double brick is difficult) and drilling depth requirements. Concrete. Less common in residential settings but found in some Melbourne apartments and commercial spaces. Requires hammer drill bits and appropriate masonry anchors. Very secure when done correctly. Feature walls. Timber feature walls, stone cladding, and tiled surfaces all require specialist assessment. The bracket anchoring approach depends entirely on what’s behind the surface material.

Bracket Types Explained

Choosing the right bracket is as important as the installation itself. The wrong bracket for your viewing environment will leave you permanently uncomfortable in your own living room. Fixed brackets hold the TV flat against the wall with no movement. They’re the slimmest profile option — the TV sits closest to the wall — and the most affordable. They work well when your seating position is directly in front of the TV at the right height, and you don’t need to adjust the angle. If your couch is off-centre or at an angle, a fixed bracket may not suit you. Tilting brackets allow the TV to tilt forward and down, which is useful when the TV is mounted above the ideal eye level — above a fireplace, for example. They add a small amount of depth compared to fixed brackets and cost slightly more, but solve a common installation challenge effectively. Full-motion (articulating) brackets allow the TV to extend away from the wall, swivel left and right, and tilt. These are ideal for corner installations, open-plan rooms where the TV needs to be visible from multiple seating positions, or anywhere flexibility is a genuine requirement. They’re the most expensive bracket type and the heaviest to install correctly — but for the right application, they’re excellent. Note that full-motion brackets add more depth behind the TV, which makes in-wall cable concealment more complex.

Cable Management Options

How your cables are handled is what separates an installation that looks professional from one that looks like a DIY job. There are three main approaches, at three different price points. No cable management. Cables hang freely behind the TV and down the wall. Technically functional, visually poor. Only acceptable if the TV is in a position where the back is never visible. Surface cable raceway. A plastic conduit or cable channel is fixed to the wall surface, routing cables neatly from the TV down to the power point and AV equipment. Tidier than loose cables, but still visible. This is included in most standard installation quotes and is perfectly adequate for many installations. In-wall cable concealment. Cables are run through the wall cavity, entering behind the TV and emerging at a wall plate near the floor, adjacent to the power point and AV equipment. The result looks like the TV is floating on the wall with no visible cables at all — a clean, finished appearance that significantly elevates the room. This is the premium option and involves additional labour, wall plates, and potentially electrician involvement for power. It’s worth deciding on your cable management preference before booking — it affects the scope, time, and cost of the job, and it’s much easier to do properly during the initial installation than to retrofit later.

Finding the Right Installer in Melbourne

Melbourne has a large number of TV installation services — from sole traders and handymen to dedicated AV installation companies. Quality and reliability vary considerably. Here’s what to look for: Licensing and insurance. Any installer working in your home should carry public liability insurance. For any electrical work (power point relocation, addition of GPOs), a licensed electrician must be involved — it’s a legal requirement in Victoria, not an optional extra. Reviews and portfolio. Consistent Google reviews from Melbourne customers are a reliable indicator. Ask whether they can show examples of completed installations, particularly cable concealment work. Written quotes. A reputable installer will provide a written quote that itemises labour, any brackets supplied, cable management approach, and any additional charges (wall type surcharges, power point work, etc.). Verbal quotes with vague totals are a risk. Bracket supply. Some installers supply the bracket as part of the service; others expect you to provide it. If they’re supplying it, confirm the brand and load rating are appropriate for your TV’s weight and VESA pattern. If you’re supplying it, confirm compatibility before the appointment.

Questions to Ask Before Booking

Before confirming an installer, get clear answers to these questions:

• Do you charge a call-out fee, and is it deducted from the job cost if you proceed?
• Is the bracket included in the quote, and what brand/model will you use?
• What’s your approach for my wall type — have you worked with this material before?
• Does the quote include cable management, and what type?
• Will I need a licensed electrician for any part of this job, and can you coordinate that?
• What warranty do you provide on the installation?
• Do you take the TV out of the box and set it up, or just mount it?

DIY vs Professional: A Realistic Assessment

TV wall mounting is one of those jobs that looks achievable on YouTube and proves unexpectedly frustrating in practice. The combination of finding studs accurately, selecting the right anchoring hardware, managing cable runs, getting the height and level exactly right, and then lifting a heavy TV into position — often alone — is where things go wrong. The cost of a professional installation in Melbourne is modest relative to the value of the TV being mounted. A 65-inch OLED television represents a $2,000–$5,000 investment. A $200 professional installation that ensures it’s secure, level, and looks finished is reasonable insurance. DIY is most viable for: small TVs (under 43 inches) on standard plasterboard walls, simple fixed-bracket installations with no cable concealment requirements, and people with genuine experience in wall anchoring and basic electrical awareness. For anything larger, heavier, or more complex — or for rental properties where wall damage needs to be minimised — professional installation is the right call.

Conclusion

TV wall mounting in Melbourne costs anywhere from $120 for a basic fixed-bracket installation up to several thousand dollars for a full home theatre setup with concealed cabling and AV integration. At Same Day Computer Repairs, we regularly assist customers with professional TV installations, and for the majority of households — a single TV, standard wall, tilt or fixed bracket, and surface cable management — a professional installation typically runs $150–$280 and takes one to two hours. The most important decisions aren’t really about price — they’re about bracket type, cable management approach, and wall type. Get those right at the planning stage, choose a licensed and insured installer with good reviews, and get a written quote. Everything else follows. A well-mounted TV, done right the first time, is one of those home improvements you stop noticing in the best possible way — it just looks like it belongs there.