Push-up Ladder Hire

A push-up ladder is a type of ladder that is erected by pushing up the top section until a desired height is reached. These ladders are propped against an object (typically a large building) and can come with several sections, making them capable of reaching several stories in height. In fact, firemen use push-up ladders to reach windows several stories in the air. When erected, set up, and used properly on level ground, push-up ladders are perfectly stable, and are generally a safe solution for reaching high heights. However, many people choose not to work at the top of the ladder without a platform (as platform ladders are more ideal for this), and instead use push-up ladders to reach the roofs of buildings. For this reason, push-up ladders are one of the most commonly used ladder types in roofing. If you don't have a permanent need for a push-up ladder, you may need to consider a professional push-up ladder hire service.

Choosing a Push-Up Ladder

Commercial push-up ladders typically come with two or three sections. Although taller ladders are available on the market, many push-up ladder hire services do not offer them because there is not a high demand for them in the public sector. Some factors to consider when selecting a push-up ladder are safety, cost, functionality and height. Look for ladders that are professionally certified, have adequate gripping on the steps, and come with proper documentation. Choosing the right ladder hire provider is nearly as important as choosing the right ladder, as you'll want to make sure you're dealing with a company that knows how to inspect their equipment.

Push-Up Ladders vs. Other Ladder Types

The main advantage of a push-up ladder is the fact that it can be raised to a custom height and leaned against an object with very little effort. Other ladders (like a-frame ladders), are not as stable because they're not propped against anything, and it is much more difficult to climb from an a-frame ladder to the top of a roof. Push-up ladders are also ideal when there is small incline or unstable ground between the base of the ladder and the wall of the propping object. For example, many buildings are surrounded by small grassy areas several feet in length that separate the building from the parking lot. Erecting most ladders on such terrain is dangerous and inadvisable, however establishing the base of a push-up ladder on stable ground away from the building and then leaning the top towards it is a perfectly suitable option.

Push-Up Ladders Costs

A new push-up ladder can cost anywhere from $100-$300, and although the best deals are found online, shipping costs increase the price even further. Unfortunately, many people don't need to permanently own a push-up ladder, and are therefore not interested in purchasing one. For these individuals, push-up ladder hire is the perfect option, as it provides temporary access to professional grade ladders at a low daily rate of about $25 per day (depending on the ladder provider).