Pre-Delivery/Install Checklist

PRO PANEL TIPS FOR DIY CHECKLIST: PATIO COVER
Four Seasons Building Products and Sunrooms have been the leading Professional brands for over 40 Years.
We are excited to launch our new and innovative Four Seasons Outdoor Living Solutions products for DIYers
and Buy-It-Yourselfer’s. This Checklist, along with the DIY Guide, contain important tips from professional
installation experts that have installed hundreds of Patio Covers, Sunrooms and Pergolas. The purpose of this
checklist is to create a game plan with your installation team and to get you ready for the installation process.
The checklist contains important pre-installation steps for pre-delivery and site preparation, receiving the
delivery, unpacking the materials, safety and steps to having a game plan. The Checklist is NOT intended to
replace the Installation Guide, but we do recommend reading this first as it may make the installation process
easier and faster--and help you avoid some common mistakes.
Pre-Delivery Prep and Site Preparation
 All required permits have been obtained.
 All local building codes for foundation/slab/footing requirements have been checked.
 You are prepared to store up to 5-8 boxes that are up to 10-12 feet long.
 You have thoroughly read through the PRO PANEL TIPS guide.
 You have thoroughly read through the Installation Manual.
 You have an additional 1-2 people for assembly.
 You have the required tools for this DIY and are able to refer back to the tool manufacturer’s manual
if needed.
 You have the proper safety gear.
 You have evaluated the site for potential safety concerns.
 You have set up your workspace with sawhorses or other surfaces. This will keep materials off the
ground to keep them from getting scratched or damaged.
 You know where the overhangs are going to go.
 You are prepared to attach the product to the house.
 You have prepped the site to have level posts.
Receiving the Delivery
 You have accepted the 5-8 boxes from a 3
rd
party carrier, even if the box(s) appear to be damaged.
 If you are storing the boxes outside, they are off the ground and covered in a waterproof tarp.
 You have inspected all the boxes for any damage or missing parts upon delivery.
 If there is any damage, email [e-mail] with images or call 800-533-0887. Please list all
of the parts needed.
 Roof panels are susceptible to shipping damage; make sure there are two people moving the boxes to
the preferred location.
 If you have to store the roof panels, ensure you store them with the “male” edge facing down to
minimize damage.
Unpacking the Materials
 We recommend two people open and move one box at a time, using a “Team Lift,” not a dolly, to
place boxes on workhorses.
 Ensure you open the boxes on the “cut open here” labeling.
 Cut open the two foot ends, first, and then cut all the straps along the box which will safely open the
box.