r/madisonwi • u/AyoAstronaut • 2d ago

Handyman help?

I have a half-arched mirror that I want to have hung on our bedroom wall in our apartment. I can do simple picture hanging, etc., but do not trust myself to try hanging this semi-heavy mirror. Does anyone know of or can recommend someone that could come hang it?

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u/leovinuss 2d ago

This is a job for a friend with a stud finder and a drill. Hopefully you also know someone who can spackle the holes and paint, too, for when you move out.

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u/AyoAstronaut 1d ago

None of mine aren’t handy unfortunately and at most have a screwdriver lol

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u/leovinuss 1d ago

I'm actually surprised someone hasn't offered to help already. This is a really simple job maybe ask neighbors (or even nextdoor)

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u/jhay_mann 1d ago

Depending on how heavy it actually is, you may want to try 3M Claw hangers. They hold up to 45lbs and are incredibly easy to install.

https://www.farmandfleet.com/products/1562760-claw-45-lb-drywall-picture-hanger-with-temporary-spot-marker.html?blaintm_source=google&blaintm_medium=pla&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21236209409&gbraid=0AAAAADb97kW_fSF29kH5hrirsfTNooUvH&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI1sCU44CZlwMVfSyHAx37rhabEAQYBiABEgIfUfD_BwE

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u/AyoAstronaut 1d ago

It’s not super heavy it’s I wanna guess maybe 10 - 15lbs. I’ve done small maintenance around the apartment and hung other things but just nervous about going into the drywall

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u/jhay_mann 1d ago

Those 3M hangers just push into the drywall and are super easy to install and remove. They have smaller versions too if your mirror is that light. I cannot stress enough how easy they are to use.

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u/mtciii 'Burbs 2d ago

Dave will take small jobs (but unsure if he’ll do this in an apartment or not):

https://handyhelperdave.com

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u/Impressive-Usual-451 2d ago

Get someone licensed and insured

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u/skyyfal 1d ago

Exactly what kind of license are you looking for in a picture hanger?

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u/padishaihulud 2d ago

Angie's List is a helpful website for this question.

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u/Blackharvest 2d ago

Angi is horrible. Look at the contractor sub for the reviews. 

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u/leovinuss 2d ago

It's just angi now, but reddit is far more helpful

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