I love it but it took me around 25hr to set it up, didn't have much help. A MUST have to set up my backyard discovery was a 5/16-18 tap and die to clean up the threads on the nuts and bolts. Lucky I had a 5/16 drill bit 12 inches long to clean up and reline the pre-drilled holes on the 4x4. I needed to reline some other holes a basic 5/16 bit worked fine. You will need one more person to help. Three people total would be great. If you know how to work with wood and have the tools it's not that bad. I would do some things differently next time I build one. I would not secure the brace to the legs until it was up on all four legs, use a level to make sure the legs are level then secure the brace and I would use longer and better screws for the frame of the roof.

To the person wanting to locate the instructions-it’s in the box labeled 1 of 5. You have to remove all the contents in the box or call 800-856-4445 and they can email it to you. Put it on PDF (there are 44 pages). Then you just refer to the pages that shows the build or you can print which pages you want. It is beautiful. The electrical outlet is so handy.

After seeing the other reviews about difficult assembly, I paid the extra $500 for delivery and assembly. It took the 2 man crew 3 1/2 hours to put it together and although tyhey had lots of experience, they didn't have any difficulty with screws stripping or holes that didn't line up. The assembly crew was prompt, I bought the gazebo at the end of February and was expecting them to schedule it for later in the Spring but they were there within 2 weeks. So quick that they beat the paver installers. I saw another review about someone being disappointed about the quality of the materials. This is a $1499 gazebo, not a $5000 gazebo. This is an awesome gazebo for the price! I'll be applying a sealer when the weather warms up to protect it but overall, I am extremely happy with it. After the floor and fire pit is complete this will be everything I hoped for!

i bought this 4 months ago and it is a 5 star product, went together like a glove and every hole lined up perfect. you will need 2 people and do not tighten the bolts and screws till you get the basic frame up, i built the roof on the ground and we lifted up and it went right into place. Backyard great job.

I took advantage of the special 1 day sale they had they featured this gazebo for $ 1299.00. I gotta say it’s worth it. It looks incredible in my back yard all my neighbors are coming out and quiver with envy. I wish I can show off a pix on here totally satisfied

So far I have nothing to complain about... As you can see from the pics, transporting the gazebo was fairly simple. I'm sure you know by now from reading the other posts, the boxes are heavy. But that's whatcha want with this kind of purchase. Anyway, I've not built the structure yet. I am in the process of sanding each piece then staining it. To better match the deck stain. I will update as I go (when I can).

Found this item on sale for $1299, Sam’s used a forklift and loaded it in the back of my truck. Completed this project mostly by myself, I had to grab my neighbor on two occasions for standing the initial posts up right and then assistance with the roof panels. Took me approximately 4 days off and on. I do not have a construction background but I'm some what handy around the house. I would recommend getting a few other people to tackle this thing. You can be working on one section and someone else good be prepping the roof panels. Take your time and do not get frustrated. My neighbors watched me construct this thing and they said they would of just paid to get it built. lol. I downloaded the app which was great to follow along with the directions, didn’t used the instruction manual too much. Very important: Properly get everything level and square. If not, the roof will not fit properly and you will also cross thread your washers/bolts. Have some WD40 handy or a tap and die set for the bolts because they only give you one or two extra. You have to have the boards lined up or the bolts will cross thread. Also, I recommend running a string line/chalk line when screwing down the sheet metal to keep everything straight and on mark. Probably day one info for construction minded guys but just trying to help you normal Joe’s out there. You don’t want to miss the 1x4’s underneath the sheet metal and have exposed sheet metal screwing staring down at you. Used a 1 gallon weed sprayer to apply Thompson’s Water Seal. Only took about 10 minutes to do. Came out great!

Because of price issues and problems with the freight company I almost gave up on this item, but I am so glad I didn't. This is an absolutely gorgeous gazebo made of high quality material. We had problems with the pricing. We paid $1899.00, that included freight shipping without assembly. The next day I could have ordered it for $1799.00. The freight company gave us some problems regarding delivery but the manufacturer, Backyard Discovery, stayed in touch and after about 10 days we worked it out. I had it assembled by Go Configure and everything about assembly was perfect. Lots of communication and prompt on time clean professional service. It took one person about 6 hours to assemble. Which I could not believe. The Gazebo itself is beautiful and sturdy and large. I am amazed at the quality for the price. The configuration of the electrical outlets is so clever and well done. There were a few scratches on a few of the wood pieces because the freight company took the boxes off the pallet, but Backyard Discovery sent me stain that, of course, matched perfectly and those scratches are invisible. I cannot say enough good things about Backyard Discovery or about this Gazebo. I would have loved to save the hundred dollars but that's on Sam's not Backyard Discovery. Even at the higher price l am not disappointed

I have not yet installed the unit, but it appears to be a quality product. The packages (5) total around 900# or 180# each. For a DIYer, I always look for the instruction manual prior to buying to insure I do not have difficulty in assembly. With this unit, Sam's (Store I bought it from) only provides a cell phone app which is completely useless. Went in circles to find the manual. Finally got it by accidently opening box 1 of 5 which had a nameplate. Calling Backyard Discovery (nameplate in the kit) at (800) 856-4445 to get it emailed to me.

This was like a 3000 piece puzzle so you gotta have patience but we put it up over 3 days!