How much does it cost to hide TV cables in the wall?

$89–$149 in addition to the mount itself. Most pros bundle it as an add-on. The hardware (power relocation kit) is $50–$80; the rest is labor and dust control.

Can I do this myself?

Yes, if you're comfortable cutting drywall, identifying what's in the wall cavity, and following the kit's UL-listed installation instructions exactly. If any of those make you nervous, hire a pro — a botched install is a real fire risk.

Will hiding cables affect my TV's resale value?

No. Recessed outlets are considered an upgrade. The drywall patches around them are minor and easily concealed by the next mount.

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How to Hide TV Wires in the Wall: The Only Code-Compliant Way

There's a reason the cleanest TV setups don't have a single visible cable. There's also a reason most DIY tutorials about it are dangerously wrong. The National Electrical Code prohibits running a standard appliance power cord inside a wall — the cord's insulation isn't rated for in-wall use, and it's a real fire hazard. Here's how this is actually done in a code-compliant way.

Why running power cord through the wall is illegal

Standard TV power cords (the cord with the plug attached to the TV) are rated for exposed use only. Running them inside a wall cavity violates NEC 400.8 in most jurisdictions and almost certainly voids your homeowner's insurance if a fire ever traces back to that cord. Internet tutorials showing 'just drill two holes and feed the plug through' are showing you how to fail an inspection and burn down your house.

What a power relocation kit actually does

A power relocation kit (Datacomm Recessed Pro-Power, PowerBridge, etc.) is a UL-rated solution: a recessed outlet behind the TV, an in-wall-rated cable that runs through the wall to a second recessed outlet at floor level, and a standard plug at the bottom. The TV plugs into the outlet behind it; the kit's power cable carries the load through the wall using insulation rated for in-wall use. Code-compliant, inspector-approved, and the only legal way to put TV power inside a wall cavity.

What a 30-minute pro install looks like

Cut the upper opening behind the TV (4×4" hole).
Cut the lower opening at outlet height, 6" to the side of the existing outlet.
Verify no fire-blocking, ductwork, or plumbing in the cavity (stud finder + flashlight inspection).
Drop the in-wall power cable plus HDMI sleeve down the cavity.
Install both outlet plates, plug TV power into the upper, plug lower into the existing outlet.
Vacuum dust, mount TV, test.

What if I can't run cable through the wall?

Old plaster, fire-blocked cavities, brick interior walls — sometimes the wall just doesn't cooperate. Best alternatives: a paintable cord channel that hugs the wall (looks tidy when painted to match), or a low-profile surface raceway. Both legal, both look fine.

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to hide TV cables in the wall?: $89–$149 in addition to the mount itself. Most pros bundle it as an add-on. The hardware (power relocation kit) is $50–$80; the rest is labor and dust control.
Can I do this myself?: Yes, if you're comfortable cutting drywall, identifying what's in the wall cavity, and following the kit's UL-listed installation instructions exactly. If any of those make you nervous, hire a pro — a botched install is a real fire risk.
Will hiding cables affect my TV's resale value?: No. Recessed outlets are considered an upgrade. The drywall patches around them are minor and easily concealed by the next mount.

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