The sturdy metal frame was very easy to assemble and should last for years. Putting the wire mesh on the frame is best done with 2 people, but is not hard or too complicated. The hardest part is cutting the mesh to size, which can be done with any heavy duty scissor type tool. We used tin snips. Ours came with plenty of zip ties and a spool of wire. We used the wire to attach the mesh because plastic deteriorates quickly in our climate. We covered the mesh end of the roof with a shade material to give more protection from the sun. It is best placed on a level spot, but the slight slope of ours does not detract from its purpose. We get serious winds several times each year so put T-posts at each corner to stabilize and secure the cage. It is plenty roomy for our needs and is big enough to allow roosts and limbs for the chickens to explore. We would like it better if there were enough mesh to cover the complete roof, but the tarp on one end is well made and seems very strong. We could always get more mesh!