TV Mounting Preparation Checklist

Identify the Television

• •Provide the exact television brand and model number.
• •Screen size alone does not determine compatibility.
• •Check the VESA mounting-hole pattern on the back of the TV.
• •Note the approximate weight without the stand.
• •Confirm whether the original TV stand or base needs to be removed.

Confirm Mount Compatibility

• •Check the VESA pattern, weight rating, size rating, and bracket design.
• •Required television screws, spacers, and mount hardware should be onsite.
• •A universal mount is not automatically compatible with every television or wall.
• •Full-motion mounts create different leverage and placement considerations from fixed or tilting mounts.
• •Follow the mount and television manufacturer instructions.

Choose the Mount Type

• •Fixed — sits flat against the wall.
• •Tilting — allows vertical angle adjustment.
• •Full-motion (articulating) — extends, swivels, and tilts.
• •Single-stud mounts — for lighter TVs where only one stud is available.
• •Manufacturer-specific mounts — designed for a particular TV model.

Not every mount type is suitable for every television or wall.

Review the Wall

Please disclose any of the following that apply:

• •Drywall with wood studs
• •Possible metal studs
• •Concrete or cinderblock
• •Wall panels
• •Uneven or sloped surfaces
• •Existing holes or previous mount
• •Built-in cabinetry
• •Nearby windows, switches, outlets, vents, or doors

Redhawk scope:

• •Brick mounting is not targeted.
• •Concrete and cinderblock require individual review.
• •Metal studs require advance review.
• •Decorative acoustic or wood panels may require cutouts or another mounting approach.
• •Drywall anchors alone are not automatically appropriate for a television.
• •Universal fastener or weight-rating guarantees are not provided.

Select the Viewing Location and Height

• •Seating position and primary viewing angle
• •Screen center height relative to eye level
• •Glare from windows and light fixtures
• •Furniture height and room layout
• •Mount extension and swivel clearance
• •Nearby doors and walkways
• •Soundbar placement
• •Floating shelves and cable reach

No single universal mounting height works for every room \u2014 consider your seating position and comfort.

Plan Cables, Outlets, and Connected Devices

• •Disclose outlet location relative to the TV.
• •List connected devices (streaming sticks, soundbars, gaming consoles).
• •Note visible cable preferences.
• •Standard external cable organization may be reviewed.
• •Existing wiring and unusual cable-routing requests require review.

Apartments and Rental Properties

• •Written or documented property permission
• •Wall-mount restrictions
• •Metal-stud possibility
• •Permitted fasteners
• •Move-out restoration expectations
• •Elevator and parking access
• •Wall-panel or finish restrictions

Customer confirmation of permission does not guarantee that every wall or mounting condition is suitable.

Large TV Installations

• •Redhawk will determine the appropriate installation setup based on the TV size, mounting location, and project requirements.
• •Very large, unusually heavy, high, fireplace, or specialty installations require individual review.
• •Send the TV model, size, and approximate weight so the installation can be reviewed before scheduling.

Special Wall and Room Conditions

• •Fireplace installations
• •Extremely large or heavy TVs
• •High or unusual mounting heights
• •Brick or stone surfaces
• •Metal studs
• •Concrete or cinderblock
• •Decorative wall panels
• •Recessed or built-in locations

These conditions require individual review and are not automatically accepted.

Information to Send for an Estimate

• •TV link or model
• •TV size and weight
• •Mount link or model
• •Mount type (fixed, tilt, or full-motion)
• •Wall photo
• •Wall material
• •Desired height and location
• •Soundbar, shelf, or accessories
• •Apartment permission
• •Stairs or access details
• •Current TV stand or mount status
• •Requested removal work
• •City or ZIP

Ready to get started? Request your free project estimate online.

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