Ladders?

[Bobj616]

This may seem simple but I would like to know what type of ladder people use to get on top of their trailer. I have used a regular step ladder but it is a pain and kind of unsteady . I thought about an extension ladder but will the edge of the roof line support that kind of weight. I am in the process of finding a new trailer and I want easier access to the roof. A lot of the trailers I like don't have a ladder available as an option ,but I would hate to eliminate them for lack of a ladder. Chime in with what you use please.

[camper19709]

I like my telescoping ladder. My motorhome has a ladder but I do not trust it to be securely attached.

[ROBERTSUNRUS]

🙂 Hi, at home I use an extension ladder, but prefer the telescoping type. While camping a gust of wind broke my rear vent lid off. I was loaned a telescoping ladder and the broken lid was duct taped back in place just before a heavy rain storm moved in. As for the permanently mounted ladders they seem to be just a rack for strapping******on them that could fall off right in front of me at freeway speeds.

[mobeewan]

I carry this 13 Ft Werner ladder. It's rated for 300 lbs. I'm about 325 and have no worries using it. I bought it on sale for $79 for camping use. I also used it as one of the ladders I primed and painted the old aluminum siding on my house with.

I also bought theseextension ladder pads to protect the side of the trailer.

[jfkmk]

Woodtroll wrote:

jonmad wrote:
My 12.5 foot telescoping ladder arrived today. Got it on line for $81.00 no shipping and no tax. Rated for 330 pounds. Should be great for cleaning off the slide out before retracting. Seams heavy and will easily fit it the front compartment or truck bed. Hope this helps.

This is a great deal; would you mind to share your source?

Amazon has several for this price. So does Walmart.com.

[Woodtroll]

jonmad wrote:
My 12.5 foot telescoping ladder arrived today. Got it on line for $81.00 no shipping and no tax. Rated for 330 pounds. Should be great for cleaning off the slide out before retracting. Seams heavy and will easily fit it the front compartment or truck bed. Hope this helps.

This is a great deal; would you mind to share your source?

[MegaWonder]

Had the Little Giant type ladder before I bought the trailer. Its a great stable well built product with many uses. I use it as well for the trailer. I may try out one of those light weight storable ladders at some point.

[jonmad]

My 12.5 foot telescoping ladder arrived today. Got it on line for $81.00 no shipping and no tax. Rated for 330 pounds. Should be great for cleaning off the slide out before retracting. Seams heavy and will easily fit it the front compartment or truck bed. Hope this helps.

[Iraqvet05]

If you are not looking for a portable ladder, I'd recommend a Little Giant or the Werner knock-off. They are a bit heavy but are much more sturdy that a common step ladder. A few years ago I was climbing down on a cheap 6' A-frame and it shifted and I fell from about 3 feet, landing on a window well. My tibia and fibula snapped and my foot was literally facing backwards. The Werner "multi purpose" ladders can be configured as a step or extension ladder and have a 300 lbs weight capacity. I will never use a traditional step ladder again.

[jaycocreek]

At home I use an extension ladder but on the road,I use the permanent mounted ladder which also serves as a carrier for odd things like chairs/bikes or even my sat dish.

[krobbe]

I carry this folding ladder Link . Being 7ft long and only about 4" square, it stores nicely in the front storage compartment. I hardly notice it is even in there when packing and unpacking. I use it to clear the slides of leaves and debris. I'm 220lbs and it is very sturdy. I wouldn't use it as a work ladder as the rungs are too narrow for long term comfort. I think it is perfect for camping.

[dave54]

perm mounted.

We use almost every trip. Check the roof before pulling out for any sticks, pine cones, etc.

[GordonThree]

For what it's worth, I carried an 8ft step ladder from Michigan to Alaska and back, and never unstrapped it from the a-frame. I'm sure though, had I left it at home, I would have needed it at the most inopportune time.

[ZeeLet50]

http://www.rakuten.com/prod/12-5ft-13-step-aluminum-telescoping-ladder-portable-extension-ladder/271094765.html

This one is rated for 330lbs

[cyntdon2010]

I use a 8 Ft step ladder for washing. once a year I climb on top to inspect roof.

No need to install perm ladder