This was a great buy!!  I was quoted over 5k for a pergola to fit my new patio.  That was way too much.  This kit came in about 2 weeks, and my husband, myself and 13yo (she only held when needed) put it together.  I would not recommend anyone else do that unless you have considerable construction experience (as we both do) since you have to build some braces and lifting rigs.  Took us 3 half days.  Then I put in my new seating (Wayfair but the cushions are missing) and solar lights.  Looks awesome and is exactly what I wanted.