It was easy for me to assemble but did have a malfunction on the plastic part of the base assembly. Looks like it took heat somewhere. However I got it together myself. It replaced an 8 footer I had from Balsam.  The sale price was enticing, and I got one day shipping. I might add here that I'm an 87 year old widow. If I managed it I feel sure younger customers will be able to as well.