Ask other reviewers has mentioned, it was pretty difficult even with two people. We had a team of three it was able to install it which took us about two and a half hours. To ensure the longevity of the awning, I went out and bought about three cans of plastic primer and sprayed it both on top and bottom to ensure the plastic will last at least 2 years plus from the UV sunlight. Other than that it held great during windy Weathers