One of the most common questions we get is: "How long will it take?" Whether you're trying to plan your day around the appointment or just want to know what to expect, it's a fair question — and the answer depends on a few factors.
As a rule of thumb, a professional TV mounting job in Birmingham or anywhere across the West Midlands takes between 45 minutes and 2 hours from start to finish. Here's a more detailed breakdown.
Time Breakdown by Job Type
| Job Type | Approximate Time |
|---|---|
| Basic TV mount on solid wall (bracket supplied by customer) | 30 – 45 mins |
| TV mount on solid wall (bracket supplied & fitted) | 45 – 60 mins |
| TV mount on plasterboard / new build wall | 45 – 75 mins |
| TV mount on chimney breast / brick wall | 60 – 90 mins |
| TV mount + cable trunking (surface run) | 60 – 90 mins |
| TV mount + full in-wall cable concealment | 90 – 150 mins |
| TV mount + full AV / smart home setup | 2 – 3 hrs |
⚡ Same-day and next-day appointments available. Most of our jobs are completed in under 90 minutes — so you'll have your TV up and running the same day. WhatsApp us to check availability.
What Happens During a Professional TV Mounting Appointment?
Here's a typical step-by-step of what a professional TV mounting visit looks like:
Assessment (5–10 mins)
We'll check the wall type, confirm the ideal height and position, locate any hidden pipes or cables with a detector, and confirm the plan with you before drilling a single hole.
Laser Levelling (5 mins)
We use a professional laser level on every job to ensure the bracket goes on perfectly centred and level. This is what separates a professional result from a DIY attempt.
Bracket Fixing (15–30 mins)
Drilling, rawlplugging and securing the bracket to the wall with the correct fixings for your specific wall type — whether that's solid masonry anchors, plasterboard toggles, or specialist new-build fixings.
Mounting the TV (10–15 mins)
Attaching the VESA plate to the back of your TV and carefully hanging it on the wall bracket — including a final check that everything is level, secure and at the right height.
Cable Management (20–60 mins, if included)
Running cables neatly through trunking or concealing them inside the wall — leaving a completely clean, wire-free finish. The time depends on the number of cables and method chosen.
Tidy Up & Handover (5–10 mins)
We clean up after ourselves, make sure everything is working, and walk you through the finished install before we leave. We don't leave until you're completely happy.
Why Does a Professional Do It Faster Than DIY?
Many homeowners underestimate how long a DIY TV mount takes. Between watching videos, figuring out the wall type, finding the right drill bit, realising they've bought the wrong fixings, and trying (and often failing) to get the bracket perfectly level — a DIY job can easily take half a day or more.
A professional TV mounting specialist — who does this every single day across Birmingham and the West Midlands — already knows:
- Exactly how to identify and deal with any wall type
- Which fixings to use for maximum safety and security
- How to get a perfect level quickly using a laser
- How to route cables cleanly and efficiently
- How to avoid pipes, cables and other hazards behind the wall
The result? A professional can typically complete in under 90 minutes what might take a capable DIYer an entire afternoon — and the finish will be noticeably cleaner and more secure.
⏰ Planning Your Day
We'll always give you an estimated appointment window when you book. Most jobs are completed well within the time estimated, and we'll keep you updated if anything changes. Same-day appointments are regularly available across Birmingham, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Coventry and surrounding areas — just WhatsApp us to check.
Does Wall Type Affect the Time?
Solid brick and block walls are the most straightforward. Drilling is clean and predictable, and fixings are straightforward. Plasterboard and new build walls take slightly longer because the fixings are different — we need to locate the studwork or use appropriate cavity anchors, and take more care around hidden utilities. Chimney breast walls can vary; some are solid brick all the way through, others have hollow sections or flues, which requires more assessment before drilling. That said, our experience means we deal with all of these efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
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