Even with a basic level of skill, you should have little issue with mounting the kayak ladder rack yourself. In terms of what you need, you'll likely require a hammer, tape measure, screwdriver, and a wrench. You may also require a drill, but there are a few models out there that can be installed without one. Your rack should come with an instruction manual, which will be fairly easy to follow. Installing it on your own is possible, but if you can, use a second pair of hands, as getting these bars into position can be tricky on your own due to their weight and size.