How To Climb A Steep Roof

If you dont already have experience learn the important knots and climbing procedures.

How to climb a steep roof.

Invest in the right gear. Rope rather than 150 200 ft. The first time you climb the ladder secure it with a rope or cord to an anchor point on the roof. Either both hands and one foot or both feet and one hand.

That probably means a set of scaffolding and all new rappelling or tree climbing gear. Rock climbing is very similar to roofing on rope. You roll it to the peak and flip the ladder over and the other side has a rounded hook that lays on the other side and hangs the ladder from the top chicken ladder this is only good on cooler days as the hook part can damage hot soft shingles i use it all the time for steep strip jobs i have also used 2 ladder hooks and ladder jacks with an aluminum plank spanning the roof on jobs that you cannot access the roof from the ground house was so close to property line and fence i could not. This is intended for diy enthusiasts who have simple jobs to do o.

If you dont know how to use the equipment find out all you can. And you need only a 20 30 ft. How to use a roof ladder i show how to use a roof ladder with this short simple tutorial. No rope setup just roll it up the slope and flip it over the ridge.

With a rope attached you are ready to climb to the ridge. Use a sturdy extension ladder that extends at least 3 feet above the eaves to climb onto the roof and secure the bottom to the foundation and the top to the eaves or fascia so it doesn t move. In order to climb a steep roof safely you will need to hold your body in the proper position. The first thing you ll notice about them is that they are super stylish and the lace up system is great.

Lean your body forward toward the top of the roof to help maintain your balance. As you advance toward the top of the roof take it one slow step a time. Ask a helper to hold the ladder while you climb. Always keep three points of contact on the ladder.