My question is what is the best way to secure the ladder and keep from damaging denting the porch roof.
Attach ladder to roof.
Secure ladder to crossbars.
Have a helper aid.
Inspect the roof for an area containing a solid gutter or other fixed object for ladder attachment.
Carry an extension.
Roof boot climb up the ladder and tie off both the stiles to any suitable point by using a strap or rope.
Never step up and over the top of the ladder.
Check the duty rating sticker on the side of the ladder to ensure that you are using the correct type of ladder for.
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How to attach a ladder to a roof 1.
Climb straight up the ladder without leaning side or backwards.
How to safely use ladders on a roof 1.
In order to install i will have to place a ladder on a slightly sloped metal porch roof.
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To begin the setup process at first you have to place the pivit where you would like the bottom leg of the ladder to go.
Drive one 3 inch nail into each end of the cut.
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Place ladder on crossbars start by placing your ladder on your crossbars centered from front to back.
The next thing on your to do list would be to take the ladder up to the roof and start setting it up.
The base of the ladder.
Cut about 2 feet off the end of a two by four using a circular saw.
Now you need to move onto the roof.
Quickly and easily strap cargo to roof rack or trailer using ratchet straps.
You can attach a gripper at the bottom of your pivit to make sure it does not slip when you are on the ladder.
Instead hold onto the ladder with both hands and step around the ladder and onto the roof.
Remember it should extend at least 3 feet above the roof s edge.
Or copy this.
How to tie a ladder to a roof rack step 1.