Mounting a TV above your fireplace is one of the most popular home upgrades in Charlotte — and one of the most technically demanding installations. Our team has done hundreds of fireplace mounts across Charlotte, Matthews, Huntersville, and the surrounding areas. We handle stone, brick, wood mantels, and modern shiplap fireplaces, with heat-safe brackets and proper viewing-angle alignment for the most-watched seat in your room.
Above-fireplace mounting requires three things most installers get wrong: heat management, viewing angle correction, and proper anchoring for masonry surfaces. We handle all three. Heat: most modern Charlotte fireplaces (gas, electric, or rarely-used wood) don't put out enough sustained heat to damage a TV mounted at standard height (60+ inches off the floor). For homes with hot fireplaces, we install a tilt or pull-down mount that lets the TV angle DOWN for normal viewing and tilt UP toward the ceiling when the fire is on, keeping the screen out of the heat plume. Viewing angle: TVs mounted above fireplaces are higher than the recommended viewing height (eye level when seated). We solve this with tilt mounts or full-motion mounts that angle the screen DOWN toward the seating area, eliminating neck strain. Anchoring: stone and brick surrounds need masonry anchors rated for the TV weight. We use 1/4" or 3/8" sleeve anchors or epoxy anchors depending on the masonry type. The result is a beautifully mounted TV that looks intentional, functions perfectly, and won't move or sag for the lifetime of the wall.
Identify the surround material (stone, brick, drywall over wood, shiplap). Check for studs or solid backing. Measure heat output if needed.
Tilt or full-motion mount to angle the screen DOWN toward viewers. Heat-safe construction for direct above-fireplace placement.
Masonry anchors for stone/brick (1/4" or 3/8" sleeve or epoxy). Stud anchoring for drywall surrounds. Proper torque to spec.
Wires routed inside the wall when possible, or down the side of the surround into the wall via recessed plate.
TV mounted, screen angled for ideal viewing from your primary seating area. All HDMI/power tested before we leave.
In most Charlotte homes, no. Modern gas and electric fireplaces produce minimal upward heat. For heavily-used wood-burning fireplaces, we install pull-down or tilt mounts that move the TV out of the heat path when the fire is on. We assess heat output during the install consultation.
From $109 — that's our standard above-fireplace package which includes the tilt or full-motion bracket, heat-safe hardware, and basic alignment. Stone or brick adds $30 for masonry anchors. Full wire concealment adds $40 (or included in Pro Conceal $189).
Yes — stone fireplace mounting is one of our specialties. We use specialized masonry anchors rated for your TV weight, drill cleanly with diamond-tip bits, and ensure secure permanent installation. Same techniques apply for brick.
Not with the right bracket. We install tilt or full-motion mounts that angle the screen DOWN toward your seating area, eliminating neck strain. Most customers actually find above-fireplace TVs MORE comfortable to watch once properly tilted.
40–60 minutes for most fireplace installs. Stone or brick takes longer than drywall surrounds because masonry anchoring is slower. Full wire concealment adds 20–30 minutes.
Yes. Shiplap, modern fireplaces with painted accent walls, and similar surfaces are easy. We locate studs through the shiplap and mount directly into them for secure hold.
Charlotte and surrounding 30-mile area. from $109.