Ladders may be one the most important tools or pieces of equipment that tradesmen need in their daily work but they can be cumbersome and difficult to move.
Transporting ladders that are longer can prove more troublesome. If the ladder is not properly secured it could also make it dangerous. Below are some suggestions to make it easier for you to transport ladders safely and ensure you always have one that is right for you.
Although extension ladders have the ability to retract, they still require a lot of transportation. Even the most compact extensions, few cars can transport them. Therefore, extension ladders must be transported with a van.
These can be attached to the roof or side of most vans, but you need to keep these key points in mind. You must remember to keep the ladder in place when it is being strapped. Also, the ladder should not be extended beyond the vehicle’s length. It can become dangerous if it gets too far.
The safest way to transport long ladders such as extensions is by using a roof rack.
The folding nature of step ladders is a huge advantage in terms of transportation. A majority of cars have the ability to carry step ladders on their roof, with a rack attached to protect them from others, or inside an estate car or hatchback. It is important that ladders are secured inside your car, especially if you have them on the back seat. The ladders could fly forward if you suddenly stop or are in an accident.
Alternate solutions
More collapsible ladders are available that can be folded down for easy transportation. Most surveyors ladders fit easily in most cars. However, many types of combination ladders also fold down very small so that you can transport them with ease.