Christopher 102 Report post Posted April 3, 2007 Hello People, I need to get a couple of ladder standoffs for a 24' fiberglass and a 32' aluminum ladder. I have not used these standoffs before. Is there one better than the others? Certain things to look for? Certain brands better than others? This will be for a job this weekend on a 3 story stucco house that I do not want the ladder damaging. I think that the standoff will give good protection.Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Orr 206 Report post Posted April 3, 2007 OK, I have to ask - Why are you using a ladder? Either downstreaming or X-Jetting, a step ladder should be all you need. Having said that, when I do need a ladder, I always use a stand-off - actually, I think its normally referred to as a stabilizer. I prefer the model that can be easily added or removed. When transporting, I prefer to not have the "wings" sticking out past the side of my van. They only take a second to attach/remove. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lenny Schrec 14 Report post Posted April 3, 2007 I agree with John. We got our removable stabilizers from Sherwin Williams or Lowes. Made by Werner Ladders. We also have a little giant type made by werner that cost half of little giant. Good and sturdy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christopher 102 Report post Posted April 3, 2007 John, This particular house has dormer-like structures that stick out from the wall and are wide and make the job of cleaning the house real hard. The window is blocking a shot from in front and it is wide so from the sides you will not get everything. I was thinking of a ladder off to the side so I can go up about 10' or so and be able to downstream and reach it. I might take my 12' step ladder and be able to get it that way. I had some questions for you John if I could call. Please let me know. PM me the number and when it is ok if possible. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doug Dahlke 114 Report post Posted April 27, 2007 I recently bought a Ladder Max to use for some gutter cleaning jobs. It can sit on the roof to keep the ladder off the gutters and give you a more comfortable position to work from. It can also be laid against a wall like a regular stand off. Attaches with some pins in just a few seconds. My only complaint with it is that it needs to be a couple of inches wider. It won't easily fit across a single window. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Orr 206 Report post Posted April 27, 2007 John, This particular house has dormer-like structures that stick out from the wall and are wide and make the job of cleaning the house real hard. The window is blocking a shot from in front and it is wide so from the sides you will not get everything. I was thinking of a ladder off to the side so I can go up about 10' or so and be able to downstream and reach it. I might take my 12' step ladder and be able to get it that way. I had some questions for you John if I could call. Please let me know. PM me the number and when it is ok if possible. Thanks. Call anytime, I've added my number to my signature 757/718-5442. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doug Dahlke 114 Report post Posted April 27, 2007 I don't know what's going on but the last few jobs I have done required a ladder for part of the work. Sharp angles to have to shoot from, dormers that couldn't be hit and other architectural wierdness. Last year I pulled a ladder out once or twice. I had one out three times in the last week even with the x-jet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beth n Rod 1,279 Report post Posted April 28, 2007 Here's a link that should help you in your choices. Werner-Ladders.com - The World's Leading Manufacturer and Distributor of Climbing Equipment Rod!~ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
