How Much Does TV Mounting Cost in Raleigh NC?
Short answer: most TV mounting jobs in Raleigh run $145–$250 all-in, depending on wall type, mount type, and whether you add cable concealment or soundbar mounting. Here's the full breakdown — no vague ranges, no fine print.
Standard TV mount on drywall: $145. Fireplace or large TV: $149–$179. Brick or masonry: add $25–$100. In-wall cable concealment: add $99. Soundbar mounting: add $79.
Standard TV Mounting Cost
For a straightforward TV mount on drywall — the most common setup in Raleigh-area homes — the price is based primarily on TV size:
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| TV Mounting — up to 65" | $145 |
| TV Mounting — 65" and larger | $165–$179 |
| Frame TV (Samsung The Frame) — No-Gap mount | $149–$179 |
These prices include the mount hardware, stud location, level and height setup, and basic cable tuck behind the TV. They do not include in-wall cable concealment or add-on services.
Fireplace TV Mounting Cost
Above-fireplace installs are the most requested job we do — and they cost slightly more because they require a full-motion tilting mount and a heat assessment before drilling.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Fireplace TV Mount — up to 65" | $149 |
| Fireplace TV Mount — 70" and larger | $179 |
| Add in-wall cable concealment | +$99 |
| Add surface raceway (brick/stone surround) | +$49–$79 |
Full-motion mount hardware is included in the fireplace pricing. The tilting mount lets you angle the screen down to eye level — which is the only comfortable way to watch a TV positioned above a mantel.
Brick & Masonry Wall Surcharge
Brick, concrete block, stone, and tile walls require masonry anchors and specialized drilling. This adds time and materials to the install. The surcharge depends on material:
| Wall Type | Additional Cost |
|---|---|
| Standard drywall | No surcharge |
| Brick | +$25–$75 |
| Concrete or CMU block | +$50–$100 |
| Stone veneer | +$50–$100 |
| Tile | +$25–$50 |
We assess the wall type on arrival and confirm the surcharge before starting. No surprise charges after the fact.
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Wire Concealment Cost
Visible cables are the #1 thing that makes a TV mount look unfinished. Two options:
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Surface raceway (paintable, any wall type) | From $49 |
| In-wall concealment (drywall only) | From $99 |
| Bundle: TV mount + in-wall concealment | Save $30 |
In-wall concealment runs cables inside the drywall with a recessed outlet behind the TV — completely invisible from the front. Surface raceways are paintable plastic channels that lie flat against the wall. Both are significantly cleaner than cables hanging loose.
Soundbar Mounting Cost
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Soundbar wall mount | From $79 |
| Soundbar mount + cable management | From $99 |
| Bundle: TV mount + soundbar (same visit) | Discounted rate |
Soundbar mounting is most popular as a same-visit add-on to TV mounting — which saves on trip time and usually comes with a bundle discount. The soundbar is wall-mounted below or above the TV, centered and level to match.
Real-World Price Examples
Example 1: Basic living room TV
65" TV on drywall, standard fixed mount, cables tucked behind TV: $145
Example 2: TV above fireplace with cable hide
75" TV above gas fireplace, full-motion mount, in-wall cable concealment: $149 + $99 = $248
Example 3: Frame TV setup
65" Samsung Frame TV, No-Gap mount, OneConnect routed in-wall: $149 + $99 = $248
Example 4: Full living room setup
75" TV on drywall, full-motion mount, soundbar below, in-wall cables: $165 + $79 + $99 = $343 (bundle discount may apply)
Example 5: Brick fireplace mount
65" TV on brick fireplace surround, full-motion mount, surface raceway: $149 + $50 + $49 = $248
Why Do Prices Vary Between Companies?
TV mounting prices across the Triangle range from $79 to $300+ for the same job. The difference usually comes down to three things: whether the technician owns and uses proper hardware (or uses whatever's cheapest), whether someone actually measures and sets height thoughtfully, and whether the person doing the work is the same one who quoted you the job.
Art of Mount is owner-operated. Artem handles every install personally. The price reflects professional work with proper hardware — not the cheapest possible job done by whoever was available.
Does TV Mounting Include the Mount Itself?
At Art of Mount, mount hardware is included in the installation price for standard and fireplace installs. For Samsung Frame TV installs, the No-Gap Wall Mount is included. You don't need to buy anything separately — unless you have a specific mount you want us to use, in which case we can work with that too.
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