TV Mounting Columbus & Ohio | Pricing & Mount Types
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TV mounting runs three price tiers depending on the wall and the mount: a basic flat mount on drywall over studs, a tilt or full-motion mount, and a mount with the cables hidden inside the wall. Most homeowners land in the middle tier. LumeCrew coordinates a verified local installer, prices the job from the wall type and TV size before anyone shows up, and schedules the visit.
What does it typically cost to mount a TV?
Three tiers cover almost every living room:
| Tier | What's included | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| 32–54in, drywall | Fixed or tilt mount, drywall + stud mounting | $15–$300 |
| 55–79in, drywall | Tilt or full-motion mount, larger TV, minor cable dressing along the wall | $15–$600 |
| 80in+, drywall | Full-motion or fixed mount, heavier-rated hardware | $255–$600 |
| Masonry wall (brick, stone, concrete) | Same mount types, different anchors | Add $50–$800 over the drywall price, depending on wall |
| In-wall cable concealment | Cables fished inside the wall cavity, no visible wires | Add $75–$300 |
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These are typical market ranges from national cost guides, 2026, not LumeCrew's own invoice data yet. We don't have a completed job history to publish real numbers from. Columbus-area market data puts the full observed range at $146–$684 (average band $301–$402) and Cincinnati at $165–$775 (average band $340–$455); treat these as market-guide figures from a local aggregator, not LumeCrew's own completed jobs. Every quote is priced against your actual wall (drywall, plaster, brick, or fireplace stone), your TV's weight and VESA pattern, and whether you want the cables hidden. Ask for the flat price before the installer arrives; a good quote doesn't need to see the room first for a standard drywall job.
What drives the price up or down
- TV size and weight. A 75-inch TV needs a heavier-rated mount and usually two installers.
- Wall material. Drywall over wood studs is the cheapest case. Brick, tile, stone fireplaces, and plaster walls need different anchors and more time.
- Mount type. Fixed mounts are cheapest. Full-motion mounts that swivel and extend cost more in hardware.
- Cable concealment. Running cables inside the wall (see below) is the single biggest price mover after the wall material itself.
- Existing outlet. If there's no power outlet near the mount point, an electrician needs to add one; that's licensed electrical work, priced separately.
Mount types, plain
- Fixed mount: the TV sits flat against the wall, no tilt or swivel. Cheapest option, best for eye-level placement.
- Tilt mount: angles down, useful when the TV sits above eye level (over a fireplace).
- Full-motion mount: swings out and turns, useful for corner rooms or when you want to angle the TV from a side seat. Costs more because the arm hardware is heavier and rated for more movement.
In-wall cable concealment: the natural next step
Once the TV is mounted, the cables running from the TV down to the cable box, gaming console, or soundbar are still visible unless you hide them. In-wall cable concealment means fishing a low-voltage cable pass-through kit inside the wall cavity so only the power cord and HDMI cables enter behind the TV, with nothing running down the wall face.
This is a low-voltage job (HDMI, speaker wire, coax under 50 volts), not electrical work, so it doesn't require an electrician's license in Ohio. See our electrician vs. low-voltage guide for the exact rule. The only exception: if you also want a new power outlet installed behind the TV (an "in-wall power kit"), that outlet work is licensed electrical work. LumeCrew coordinates the licensed electrician for that portion when it's part of the job.
Most homeowners add cable concealment at the same visit as the mount, since the installer is already there with the wall open. See our in-wall cable concealment page for the full breakdown against a surface raceway alternative, or request a quote for a price against your actual wall.
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FAQ
Is it worth paying for TV mounting? For most TVs over 50 inches, yes. A wall-mounted TV needs the right anchor for the wall type and the right weight rating for the mount, and a fall risks the TV and anyone nearby. A pro visit also takes the guesswork out of stud location and cable routing.
How much does Best Buy charge to install a TV mount? Big-box installers price per size tier and typically charge extra for full-motion mounts, cable concealment, or non-drywall walls, similar to the independent market. LumeCrew's model is a single flat quote from your actual wall and TV, coordinated with a local verified installer rather than a national call center.
How much does Home Depot charge to mount a TV? Home Depot and similar retailers use tiered pricing by TV size, with add-on fees for full-motion mounts and cable management, in the same general range as independent installers.
Can I add an antenna when my TV is mounted? Yes, and it's a common same-visit add-on since the coax run is easiest to route while the installer already has the wall open. See our TV antenna installation page for roof vs. attic mount and pricing.
When should you not mount a TV? Skip a wall mount if the wall can't support the TV's weight without reinforcement (some plaster or brick walls need this), if you rent and can't patch drywall on move-out, or if the room layout means the TV needs to move between spots often, a stand may serve better.