This heater was easy to put together. What I will say is the base is under a huge piece of cardboard in the bottom of the box. So as you scramble saying that piece isnt in the box.... it will be there. Also, it takes a regular 20 gas can and it has a generic hook up. The can is not included but the hoses are. The heater is warm and I am happy we purchased it. It is tall and didnt fit under my overhang so I had to purchase a cover. The cover is the generic heater size cover.