I am getting tired of paying the dealer to do inspections...only paid once and that was enough. Looking for a ladder that is stable for a 6'2'' 285# person that hates heights!! I am considering a multi function ladder as I have a step ladder but it does not do well around areas that we have steps around our home. What is the ideal height range for RV work? If I telescope it to work on the RV roof (Travel trailer) how to do I keep it from damaging the RV when I lean it against it? Thank you all in advance

An 8' to 10' painter's type ladder, depending on your trailer height, works well and is quite stable. Don't get an extension ladder because you have to lean it against the trailer. I think mine is 10' and it is just about the same height as the trailer. I bought it at Lowes.

I'm a big old guy. This is my method for inspection.I have my son go up with a digital camera and take photos of the areas of interest. I can then view them on my laptop or TV in great detail.I can also see my roof, when I'm park in my driveway, from the upstairs bedroom windows.You can also put your camera on a tripod or pole, set the timer and hold it up and photograph your roof.Works great!

Tom N wrote:I'm a big old guy. This is my method for inspection.I have my son go up with a digital camera and take photos of the areas of interest. I can then view them on my laptop or TV in great detail.I can also see my roof, when I'm park in my driveway, from the upstairs bedroom windows.You can also put your camera on a tripod or pole, set the timer and hold it up and photograph your roof.Works great!GREAT tips! Thanks for sharing them.

Don't skimp on a ladder...if you are leaning toward an a-frame ladder, look at the Little Giant or a similar design by Werner (Home Depot carries them). I had a cheap, wobbly a-frame aluminum ladder a few years ago and fell from about 3 feet and broke my fibula and tibia. The adjustable ladders may weigh more but worth not having to spend months on crutches!

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rockhillmanor
Explorer
May 29, 2013
Drones anyone?
Oh wait, they have not been approved to be used in the private sector yet right? :B
wa8yxm
Explorer III
May 29, 2013
I am 6'3 by 320 pounds and I use a 14 foot extension ladder, I think the sticker rates it at either 250 or 300 (or rather did when it was readable) (Do not get a lesser ladder) however it holds me and occasionally tools and parts no problem.

Mine came from Sears and it is a "convertable" Turns into a step ladder if I'm working on the side of the house. It is my favorite ladder.

I removed the original roof ladder on the RV (it was junk anyway) and put a couple of "J" hooks (Basically a piece of diamond plate bumper metal bent into a"J" shape) up near the roof, They are held on with nice strong bolts (either hook can support me and more, the two of them together likely could hold a thousand pounds or more) they were made by my body and dent guy.

Near "eye level" as I stand on the ground is a Showere "Assist" Bar (Stainless steel grab bar sold in the bath and shower isle) the bottom of the ladder lies against that and is held on with a bicycle lock, Bungee cords and rope.

The ladder also holds a lawn cart we use to haul the laundry to the laundry room.
SCVJeff
Explorer
May 30, 2013
rockhillmanor wrote:
Drones anyone?
Oh wait, they have not been approved to be used in the private sector yet right? :B
Not quite that fancy. SEE
westend
Explorer
May 30, 2013
Heck, drones will be all over the world in a few years (unless your local Govt. makes them illegal). You can get one from Verizon for $299.
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