Telescopic ladders

[alanw]

Anyone any experience of using them

So I've bought a RO system and was thinking of buying a set of telescopic ladders as back up in case anyone doesn't want there windows cleaning the pure water way. I'm not sure if the expense will be justified for the number of customers who might prefer the traditional way but any views will be appreciated

 

[Spartan]

I've used them a couple of times and never felt that safe on them tbh.

You have to make sure they 'click' and lock into place.

It worked for me on this one window at the back of a terrace house that was impossible to take Ladders through the house.

They don't reach very far - you'd be better off just buying a small double 8' really, same price or cheaper.

Why are you considering the telescopic ones - space issues?

 

[alanw]

Small car I've seen some that go up to 4 mtr but if it comes to it I can keep using our lasses focus but I'm hoping people will be ok with the WFP. Got a week to practice with it. The telescopic I've seen on you tube look a bit shaky tbh

 

[Spartan]

Yeah, they all look a bit unstable. Obviously the wfb will be best but a small ladder for the odd window that is unsuitable is a good idea.

4 metres is only about 13'.....

A double 2.5metre will reach that easy and some.... Easily fit on a small car and FAR more steady & safe

To me it's a no brainier

 

[best]

The telescopic ladders you buy now have a stability bar on the bottom, which works well, but it's no longer able to fit into tight spaces easy (eg boot, behind car seat).

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[David K]

Tried it at a job , my mates ladder , at was NOT Nice , knowing these "clicks" were the only Thing holding these 92 Kgs. Up in the air....

 

[Andy1979]

Iv got a set of these and I have to say they are perfect. Very strong and versatile the one down side is they are a little on the heavy side at 15kg

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[Iron Giant]

The only thing I use them for is flat roof access with wfp on a few jobs a month that's it

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[OnPoint]

The only thing I use them for is flat roof access with wfp on a few jobs a month that's it

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digging up an old thread..

recently my ladders got stolen so now looking down this route to keep inside the van. Anyone got experience with these? Only want for the occasional flat roof and perhaps conny. 
 

@Iron Giant still using?

 

[Davy G]

digging up an old thread..

recently my ladders got stolen so now looking down this route to keep inside the van. Anyone got experience with these? Only want for the occasional flat roof and perhaps conny. 
 

@Iron Giant still using?

Sorry to hear your ladders got stolen.

if you type in T B Davies in the search bar you will see my recommendation for a telescopic ladder and my reason for it. If you have room in the van I think a short extending double ladder is lighter and quicker to deploy. I carry both in the van, plus a long double on the roof for gutter emptying.

 

[Incheck]

Do not use them. They are outright dangerous. The mechanisms rust and then they will collapse on you. I have nearly ended up going through a greenhouse roof when they collapsed on me and i didnt take the hint. Same thing happened again with the next set i bought. I aint gonna get away with a third chance for sure. I now only use them to get the big ladder off the van.

theyre only designed for occasional use not every day use and it is crucial you keep them bone dry as once the mechanisms get wet they will rust and its only a matter of time before they give out then. Stay away from them please ?

 

[Skywalker]

Bought mine on eBay a while back, they have always been fine for flat roof extension access, but I would like to upgrade them to the Youngmans version, as they are a very good brand for access equipment, so assume they are of a better quality to the ones I have, but obviously there more expensive!

 

[AW Services]

An accident waiting to happen. They make trade versions but not something I'd ever consider owning. Get a decent set of combination 3 way ladders with the correct trade classification. If they won't fit in your car boot or van get roof bars. Never skimp on safety over size 

 

[sundance]

Good for getting on flat roof or going over gates they flex a bit 

 

[Davy G]

Good for getting on flat roof or going over gates they flex a bit 

Mine don't. ?

 

[sundance]

What your name Frankie Dettori ?

 

[CMcB]

I use a set for occasional flat roof access. I use Xtend and climb,  didn't want to get cheap ones from b and q. Admittedly with more moving parts there are more potential things that could go wrong. But if you are careful and maintain them properly, like any equipment, they will do the job well. 

 

[Davy G]

I use a set for occasional flat roof access. I use Xtend and climb,  didn't want to get cheap ones from b and q. Admittedly with more moving parts there are more potential things that could go wrong. But if you are careful and maintain them properly, like any equipment, they will do the job well. 

I use the same brand. They're very sturdy. I'm not sure but I think they might be American. I'mffairly sure mine's the 3.8m one.

 

[OnPoint]

Thanks for the responses... I’m aiming to have them staying in the van, don’t want anymore pinched.

what about a set like these?

https://www.toolstation.com/youngman-multi-purpose-ladder/p84964?store=GV&utm_source=googleshopping&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=googleshoppingfeed&gclid=Cj0KCQjwu8r4BRCzARIsAA21i_AndOvBJIGmVXtR2A74GyT2OjI6SRVfcOje0XlX6cRD-JK0XYUEUjoaAmcxEALw_wcB

 

[Iron Giant]

digging up an old thread..

recently my ladders got stolen so now looking down this route to keep inside the van. Anyone got experience with these? Only want for the occasional flat roof and perhaps conny. 
 

@Iron Giant still using?

I am still using mine and had them for over 10 years, people proclaiming the aren't suitable and are dangerous is just plain crazy get a decent set and they will serve you well I use mine about 5 times a month that's it and they are either stored in the van or in my garage, I will also add I am only about 9 stone so not a big lump so this could have some bearing on how long mine have lasted. 

Thanks for the responses... I’m aiming to have them staying in the van, don’t want anymore pinched.

what about a set like these?

https://www.toolstation.com/youngman-multi-purpose-ladder/p84964?store=GV&utm_source=googleshopping&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=googleshoppingfeed&gclid=Cj0KCQjwu8r4BRCzARIsAA21i_AndOvBJIGmVXtR2A74GyT2OjI6SRVfcOje0XlX6cRD-JK0XYUEUjoaAmcxEALw_wcB

Personally I wouldn't want to be messing on with those, I think @Davy G has these ones just checked and you can also get them from https://www.screwfix.com/p/xtend-climb-professional-aerospace-grade-aluminium-telescopic-ladder-3-8m/483fh £30 cheaper

 

[Davy G]

I am still using mine and had them for over 10 years, people proclaiming the aren't suitable and are dangerous is just plain crazy get a decent set and they will serve you well I use mine about 5 times a month that's it and they are either stored in the van or in my garage, I will also add I am only about 9 stone so not a big lump so this could have some bearing on how long mine have lasted. 

Personally I wouldn't want to be messing on with those, I think @Davy G has these ones just checked and you can also get them from https://www.screwfix.com/p/xtend-climb-professional-aerospace-grade-aluminium-telescopic-ladder-3-8m/483fh £30 cheaper

I wouldn't be messing with multi hinged ladders either. Mine are similar to the ones in your link but not exactly the same so I can't say whether the quality is the same. They don't have the bottom crossbar. I've never felt they needed one as they're very sturdy. They have a soft close feature (a slow release of air) so they don't drop with a bang on your fingers and they are super quiet to use. We don't use them too often, mostly for accessing higher extensions or high garages. They cover the middle ground between sliding lightweight double ladder (which reaches most of our lower work) and full size double for gutter empties. Our most frequently used ladder is our lightweight short double, for getting onto extension roofs for access to gable-end Plastics, for leaning against conservatories for roof cleans and for reaching over gates when customers forget to unbolt them. We never climb over anything for access to the other side.

I'll post a photo of my lightweight double within an hour or two.?