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Ladder Setups for Window Cleaning and Pressure Washing Window cleaning and pressure washing both put water exactly where a ladder needs grip. The setup that works on a dry framing job does not survive a wet slab, a soapy rung and a hose lying under one foot, and the trade does this every day. Water on the Rungs Wet aluminum rungs with a film of soap are the most common slip source in window work, and it is the worker's own hands and boots that put the water there. Wipe the rungs before climbing …

Holiday Light Installation: Ladders for Roofline Work Holiday light work happens in the worst conditions of the year: short days, cold hands, wet lawns, and a roofline the customer will look at every night for six weeks. Most of the risk sits at the ladder rather than up on the roof, and almost all of it is predictable. How Much Ladder a Two-Story Eave Actually Takes A two-story DFW house usually carries its eave between 18 and 22 feet, with a gable peak higher than that. Reaching it means the …

Guide to Ladder Levelers and Stabilizers for Uneven Ground Most ladder injuries start before anyone climbs. They start when a ladder is set on ground that is not level and a crew decides it looks close enough. Levelers, stabilizers and stand-offs exist to take that decision away - each of them solves a specific setup problem that a bare ladder cannot. Levelers: Fixing the Ground Itself A leg leveler is an adjustable foot that extends or retracts so both rails can sit on different elevations. On …

Ladder Accessories That Make Your Job Easier The right ladder accessories can transform a good ladder into an incredibly productive tool. From stabilizers that prevent side-walking to levelers that make uneven ground safe, accessories extend the capability of your existing ladders. Dallas Ladder stocks a complete line of ladder accessories for every type and brand. Must-Have Ladder Accessories Ladder stabilizers attach to the top of extension ladders to provide a wider contact surface and preve …

Ladder Stabilizers and Leveling Feet: Essential Safety Add-Ons One of the most common causes of ladder accidents is unstable setup. A ladder stabilizer adds a wide footprint at the top, while a leveling foot adjusts to uneven ground at the bottom. At Dallas Ladder in Rowlett, TX, we carry a full range of ladder stabilizers, levelers, and stand-off accessories to keep you safe on every climb. Ladder Stabilizers (Stand-Offs) A stabilizer attaches to the top of an extension ladder and spreads the …