How To Climb On A Steep Roof

I have been a property adjuster for 7 yrs and have been doing steep and high roof inspections from day 1.

How to climb on a steep roof.

Rock climbing is very similar to roofing on rope. Ask a helper to hold the ladder while you climb. For the first few years as an adjuster i rarely used any fall protections. If you re a homeowner please don t climb on any roofs even if you think you can totally handle it.

Invest in the right gear. Walking on any type of rooftops metal or asphalt steep or flat is a dangerous thing to do. Following adequate safety procedures including those. The first time you climb the ladder secure it with a rope or cord to an anchor point on the roof.

First let me give you a little background. Even with safety equipment your most important. Most homeowners already have some of the equipment necessary for climbing onto a steep roof. A wooden or aluminum extension ladder can do the trick to get you high enough to take your first steps onto the roof.

Working on any roof is dangerous and slick metal roofs with a steep pitch are particularly perilous. If you dont already have experience learn the important knots and climbing procedures. Make sure that your ladder has a 7 to 10 feet overhang at the top of the roof. Always keep three points of contact on the ladder.

Walking on any type of rooftops metal or asphalt steep or flat is a dangerous thing to do. Tips for working on steep metal roofs. If you dont know how to use the equipment find out all you can. Either both hands and one foot or both feet and one hand.

I have been rock climbing for the past 20 yrs also so i am no stranger to the equipment associated with fall protection. Secure the ladder to. How to climb a steep roof.