Mounting a television is one of those jobs that looks easier than it is. Before you get out your hammer, consider hiring a handyman service to tackle the job for you. Here are some of the biggest reasons why TV mounting is best left to the professionals. 

3 Reasons Not to Mount Your Own TV

1. You May Drop It

Today’s TVs are certainly a lot lighter than the bulky sets of the past, but they’re still relatively heavy. And if you attempt to install one on your own—or with help from someone who doesn’t have handyman experience—you may end up dropping it. Depending on how far it falls—and how it lands—dropping your TV could cause irreparable damage. 

2. You May Fail to Anchor It Properly 

Even if you install the brackets in studs, you need to support the fixture with sturdy anchors. Otherwise, the mount—and the TV it’s holding up—will inevitably tear away from the wall.

As long as you turn to a reputable handyman service, the technician will install secure anchors that are rated appropriately for the weight of the appliance. 

3. You May Damage the Structure

If you drill into the wall without confirming your home’s wiring schematics, you could end up seriously damaging your home—or even hurting yourself.

A handyman with an electrical background can evaluate the space where you intend to install the TV to determine how the wiring runs across it. They will then mount the brackets without disturbing them, thereby preventing extensive damage and serious injury. 

 

For comprehensive handyman services, from mounting TVs to cleaning dryer vents, turn to ABC Services, LLC. Serving clients across the greater Cincinnati, OH, area, this fully insured contractor offers free estimates for jobs of any size. To browse all the tasks they’re equipped to perform, visit their website. To schedule the handyman services you need, call (513) 801-4454.