Installation Tips

Easy to Install

The entire ProBuilt aluminum railing system is designed for the do-it-yourselfer and engineered to be installed quickly and easily with professional results.

You will need the following tools:

• Hacksaw or 10" Mitre Saw with Metal Cutting Blade
• Electric Drill
• 1/8" and 3/16" Drill Bits
• 3/8" and 1/2" Hex Head Driver
• No.2 and No.3 Square Screwdriver
• Measuring Tape
• Silicone Exterior Caulking
• Rubber Mallet

Important Note:

Building codes may vary. Always comply with all applicable building codes. Please ensure to check your local building codes and building permit requirements prior to installation. Please check areas to be drilled are free from utilities, services and hazards.

Step by Step Instructions

Use the interactive guide and installation brochure along with screw placement information provided to assist you with your ProBuilt DIY Railing installation.

Download Screw Placement Diagram

View Interactive Installation Guide

Installation Videos

Shell Busey, Home Improvement Expert, and our very own ProBuilt Product Development Manager, Peter Siemens, demonstrate the installation of ProBuilt in three types of applications.

Shell Busey Home Check, CHEK TV
Featuring Shell Busey and Peter Siemens
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Things to Check During Installation

1. Before installing ProBuilt DIY Aluminum Railings, please ensure areas to be drilled are free from utilities, services and hazards. Building codes may vary. Always check your local building code to ensure that all code requirements have been met before installing your railing system.
2. When installing on weather tight decking materials (Duradek, etc.) remember to use a neutral cure silicone (low solvent) in the screw holes of the posts. This will prevent water from penetrating under the deck materials.
3. Drilling a 3/16” hole in the bottom rail to allow water to escape. If using pickets this will need to be done after installing the picket gasket.
4. Ensure the picket gasket is installed. If pickets are rattling and moving freely you have most likely forgotten to insert the picket gasket in the top & bottom rail.
5. Double check to ensure the screws are installed in the appropriate places. (as per ProBuilt Installation instructions) especially at the bottom rail connections.
6. Please ensure that you use an ACQ compatible fastener when mounting to pressure treated wood.
7. To cover up the screw heads, remember to include Base Plate Covers as a finishing detail to the deck. (available for 2" posts and 2-1/2" posts).

For further detailed product information, please contact your local ProBuilt Dealer.