How far will a 20 foot extension ladder reach?

Extension Ladder Chart

Extension Ladder Height	Maximum Reach of Extension Ladder	Distance of Base Placement from Wall
16 foot	15 feet	4 feet
20 foot	19 feet	5 feet
24 foot	23 feet	6 feet
28 foot	27 feet	7 feet

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Besides, how far should you extend a ladder?

Extension ladders range in length from 16 feet up to and exceeding 40 feet. All non-self supported ladders should extend a minimum distance of 3 feet past the edge they rest against but not more than 4 feet.

Also Know, how high does a 22 foot ladder reach? Size

Height to Gutter or to Support Point	Buy This Size Ladder (include a 3-foot extension above roof line)
9 to 13 feet	20-foot
13 to 17 feet	24-foot
17 to 21 feet	28-foot
21 to 25 feet	32-foot

Besides, how long is a 16 foot extension ladder?

extension ladders have an overlap that isn't shown in the nominal length - for example, a 16' extension ladder has two 8' sections, but fully extended is only 13' long.

How long is a 32 foot extension ladder?

Specifications

Feature	Size / Details
Approx. Product Width (in)	17.38
Approx. Product Weight (lb)	63.5
Max. Open Extended Length	29ft
Max. Safe Working Height	29ft

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How high will a 32 foot extension ladder reach?

Extension Ladder Chart

Extension Ladder Height	Maximum Reach of Extension Ladder	Highest Point Ladder Will Touch
28 foot	27 feet	17 to 21 feet
32 foot	31 feet	21 to 25 feet
36 foot	34 feet	25 to 28 feet
40 foot	37 feet	28 to 31 feet

How high does a 28 foot extension ladder reach?

Extension ladders should be 7 to 10 feet longer than the highest support or contact point, which may be the wall or roof line.

Extension Ladder Sizing.

Ladder Height	Maximum Reach*	Highest Point the Ladder will touch ++
20'	19'	9' to 13'
24'	23'	13' to 17'
28'	27'	17' to 21'
32'	31'	21' to 25'

How much can a 225 lb ladder really hold?

For example, an industrial duty step ladder can range in height from 3 to 20 feet. These are 1AA and 1A and hold 375 or 300 pounds. Medium duty ladders can support 225 pounds and are Type II. These are limited in height to 12 feet while light duty ladders are limited to 3 to 6 feet and can support 200 pounds.

How many feet must a ladder extend past the landing surface?

Individual rung/step ladders must extend at least 42 inches (1.1 m) above an access level or landing platform either by the continuation of the rung spacings as horizontal grab bars or by providing vertical grab bars that must have the same lateral spacing as the vertical legs of the ladder rails.

What is the 4 to 1 ladder rule?

When placing your ladder, remember the four-to-one rule: for every four feet of height you have to climb, move the base one foot away from the wall. Remembering the 4-to-1 Rule is an easy way to stay safe while using a ladder.

How high can a 24 foot ladder reach?

Extension Ladder Sizing Tables

Extension Ladder Height Chart
Ladder height (ft.)	Max. Reach Of ladder (ft.)	Height to top touch point (ft.)
16	15	9
20	19	9 to 13
24	23	13 to 17

Is aluminum or fiberglass ladder lighter?

An aluminum ladder will be lighter than a fiberglass ladder, which makes it easier to carry. It can be a far more portable option for those moving from one job to another. Another big advantage of aluminum ladders is the price. Most aluminum ladders will be much more affordable than fiberglass ladders.

How do you secure a ladder base?

If a barricade is not possible, have someone hold and guard the bottom of the ladder. Secure the ladder firmly at the top to prevent it from slipping sideways or the foot from slipping outwards. Brace or tie off the ladder near the base. If there is no structure to the tie off to, use a stake in the ground.

How much does a 16 foot ladder cost?

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What is the tallest a frame ladder available?

The SkyScraper is indeed the world's tallest a-frame ladder with a maximum height of 21-feet, making ceiling-height work simple and safe. The SkyScraper is perfect for churches, auditoriums, gymnasiums and other industrial applications.

How much is a 16 ft ladder?

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Werner	Werner
16 ft. Aluminum Extension Ladder with 225 lb. Load Capacity Type II Duty Rating	20 ft. Aluminum Extension Ladder with 225 lb. Load Capacity Type II Duty Rating
$99.00	$129.00 Was $159.00 Save $30.00 (19%)
(1996)	(1995)
Product Weight (lb.) 22	Product Weight (lb.) 27

How tall is a 16 foot ladder?

Ladder Height (ft.): 18 ft.

Can I put a ladder against gutter?

If you are using an extension ladder do not lean the ladder on the gutter. It will scratch the finish on the gutters and the forward edge of the gutter can provide a slippery rail for the ladder to slide on. Once you've climbed the ladder up to the gutter line do not reach too far to the side.

What size ladder do I need for 2 story house?

= 27 feet. That means, if the height of your 2 story house is 20 feet (6 meter), the recommended ladder height for a straight ladder is 24 feet and extension ladder is 27 feet.

How high is safe on a ladder?

A person's maximum safe reaching height is approximately 4' higher than the height of the ladder. For example, a typical person can safely reach an 8' ceiling on a 4' ladder*. Extension ladders should be 7 to 10 feet longer than the highest support or contact point, which may be the wall or roof line.

How much does a 16 ft ladder weight?

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$191.00	$212.51	$231.17
(1995)	(1995)	(200)
Product Weight (lb.) 26	Product Weight (lb.) 32.5	Product Weight (lb.) 27.5
Ladder Rating Type 1 - 250 lbs.	Ladder Rating Type 1 - 250 lbs.	Ladder Rating Type 2 - 225 lbs.
Reach Height (ft.) 15	Reach Height (ft.) 19	Reach Height (ft.) 15

How do you size an extension ladder?

Use a measuring tape to find out the length of one section of the extension ladder. Multiply that number by the number of sections the ladder has, and you'll be able to determine the size of an extension ladder.