Troubleshooting Guide

PRO PANEL TIPS FOR DIY GUIDE: 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 Guide, along with the DIY

Checklist, contain some important tips from professional installation experts that have installed

hundreds of Patio Covers, Sunrooms and Pergolas. The purpose of this Guide is to create a

game plan with your installation team and to get you ready for the installation process. This

DIY Guide contains important Pre-Installation steps for Pre-Delivery and Site Preparation,

Receiving the Delivery, Unpacking the Materials, Safety and Having a Game Plan. This DIY

Guide 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.

I. Pre-Delivery Preparation

 Product can be shipped in as little as 7 days from the time you order, so some advanced

preparation and thought is essential.

 The FSOLS solid patio cover installation guide recommends 1 to 2 physically fit individual(s)

with some experience in Do-it-Yourself (DIY) home projects. With proper planning and

support, you should complete installation within one weekend. Ask your helpers to look

over the installation guide in advance, and the two (or more) of you should put a game plan

together. Pro work crews are usually two people, and they organize in advance as well.

 All recommended tools are required for a successful installation and some components will

require alterations to fit your structure’s unique installation. If you don’t or are not familiar

with tools on the list you probably want to get help from someone that is more familiar and

experienced. Always refer to the tool manufacturer’s manual for proper use and safety

guidelines.

 Permits might be required before you install your patio cover, so please ensure you have

checked your town’s requirements prior to purchase and installation.

 Check local building codes for foundation/slab/footing requirements.

II. Site Preparation

 Figure out the preparation to attach the product to the house. One of the biggest concerns

DIYers have is the attachment to the home.

 Know where the overhangs are going to go to avoid issues.

 Completely clear out the area, remove any existing structures, wall mounted items, etc.

from the area you will be installing your Four Seasons OLS product.

 Know where you are going to put any outdoor furniture and rugs while you are doing the

installation (in case of rain) and put these items there in advance.

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PRO PANEL TIPS FOR DIY GUIDE: 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 Guide, along with the DIY Checklist, contain some important tips from professional installation experts that have installed hundreds of Patio Covers, Sunrooms and Pergolas.
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     III.     IV.   V.       Pros know that no flat surface is actually ever level, but that’s okay, FSOLS installation instructions will guide you in making sure the posts are as level as possible. Inspect your project area for safety issues noting all electrical power lines and electrical outlets. DO NOT begin this project until the project area is safe. 811 may be available for pre-site prep in your area.
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      VI.        VII.     Stack the roof panels out of the way, off the ground if possible, on sawhorses. If you do not have sawhorses, you can set the packaging and packing materials on the ground and stack the panels flat, horizontally, on the packaging to prevent scratching or damage. Be especially careful of the female edges; only set roof panels with male edge down on the floor. Next, open the other boxes to make sure you have all the parts.