This is a review in exchange for a free sample. Assembling: Easy. You pretty much could do it without the instructions. Heat: It heats up pretty fast, probably instantly. Cord: I actually not a fan of corded cleaning equipment since it takes time to plug and unplug moving in between rooms. However, this steam mop cord is long enough that I don't have to repeat the process many times during the cleaning. Quality: Better than expected. The mop works fine with my vinyl floor and it does good job removing all dirt. I have a dog at home so I have to clean the house at least once a week. This would be something I recommend to friends to try.