I am 75 and did all the preassembly...relatively easy. I found the directions easy to follow. Then my daughter and her husband set it up. I love it. My deck is now a shady relaxing oasis. My only complaint was the shipping company. The box was damaged and open on one end. Two of the posts add minor dents but it would be too much trouble to return and most people won't even notice the dents. Over all all I am satisfied with my purchase. purchase