Telescopic Ladder Review - Why Every DIY'er Needs One!

[@Loverboy_Bernice1977]

Great ladder! Thanks. God bless you. ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment!!!

[@321hug]

Thanks for the advice and particularly the 4 in 1 rule. May explain why comments on particular ladders talk about excessive flexing

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm glad you found the review helpful. Thanks for your comment 👍

[@photo3sixty700]

Looks Great Thanks for the Review 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for watching!

[@arshadmahmood8050]

Very helpful tips 10/10

[@FixitwithFowler]

Glad you think so!

[@dankmdunn4725]

Brilliant review and covered everything ,many thanks

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm glad you liked the review!

[@dankmdunn4725]

@@FixitwithFowler iv been looking at those ladders for weeks and as I'm a gardener/ handy man I found the review very helpful, iv subscribed aswel ,keep up the great work

[@FixitwithFowler]

@dankmdunn4725 I was a bit sceptical at first how strong they would be but they are really good

[@thunderchild2237]

Hi can you use these safety if laid horizontal and standing on them as instructions say no more than 75 degree angle

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, no of course you can't! 70° angle is the limit as they are designed to take weight in normal use conditions. Horizontal wound be 180° and no conventional ladder is designed for that. Sounds like you need scaffold !

[@thunderchild2237]

@FixitwithFowler Thankyou .. I was asking as I had one of the Aldi multiangle ladders with step plates for when it was horizontal but was more curious if these were same . I'm only painting the large stairs wall behind you as you walk up stairs but would myself stand horizontal on these as im sure the clips would pop

[@FixitwithFowler]

@thunderchild2237 Yeah, I think it would collapse. I know exactly what you mean as in painting that area. You can use these on the stairs and angled upwards towards that area. Paint the highest part, then get down and collapse the ladder slightly and repeat. That's how I did mine!

[@thunderchild2237]

@FixitwithFowler Absolutely... The Aldi ladders were heavy and cumbersome hence my choice in the telescopic

[@FixitwithFowler]

I really like this ladder, I've been a tradesman for 25 years and was really dubious about these telescopic ladders but police and firebrigade use them. This one is good build quality but does flex slightly bear in mind I am 95kg!

[@catherinecoombes4152]

What make is this one please. I think the Amazon link has now expired and I can’t see what make you have.

[@FixitwithFowler]

It was this was one amzn.to/3uReryX hope that helps!

[@catherinecoombes4152]

Many thanks.

[@FixitwithFowler]

@catherinecoombes4152 no problem

[@beverleyhills5679]

Thanks for the updated link. Did you still have a discount running?

[@FixitwithFowler]

@beverleyhills5679 let me just check ✔️

[@Jason-o5s]

Cheer~~~relating to or made with a telescope.😊

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks

[@timallen6678]

can you pull the ladder out from the bottom and make it extend?

[@FixitwithFowler]

No, it only extends upwards

[@egliptor]

I recently bought a 20ft version, however got an email where it states the government have said these ladders do no meet the safety regulations, which has made paranoid to use it. I am returning back the ladder I got. Do the ones you refer to on Amazon meet the safety UK regulations as I don't want it collapsing on me while I'm up changing the house alarm battery? Kind regards

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, im not sure about the regulations you are referring to. Mine seems stable and secure enough, and i have had mine over a year. However, i use mine for quick jobs no higher than about 3m.

[@davida9764]

It's unsafe to open and close it. There is absolutely no protection for your fingers when collapsing it. I feel very safe climbing it, but collapsing it is very dangerous

[@egliptor]

@@FixitwithFowler The uk government website specifically discusses telescopic ladders not meeting regulations and not meeting it's claims. I bought one online and returned it immediately after I got notified by eBay who were informed by the uk government. Rather not take the chance with safety

[@FixitwithFowler]

It only collapses half a section at a time so plenty of time to move your finger's. If unsure you could lay it down to collapse it, that way there is no pressure/weight on the ladder.

[@FixitwithFowler]

@egliptor I have seen on the government website that there have been recalls for specific makes/models of ladders but not all ladders. You must have been unlucky in your selection of manufacturers. The police and fire brigade still use them!

[@realabzhussain]

i have the same thing. however when i lift up rung 4, rung 5 comes up with it. whats the cause most likely to be?

[@FixitwithFowler]

Maybe it's sticking slightly inside. It might be worth a quick spray of wd40 or similar.

[@realabzhussain]

@@FixitwithFowler I have done the wd40 thing. Still sticks. The red tabs are free and not sticking. Not sure what the tubes could be catching on inside.

[@FixitwithFowler]

No i don't, i would contact the manufacturer as you have a guarantee with the ladder.

[@jelly-baby]

What brand is this please?

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm not certain, as it's an older video, but there should be a link in the description. Please let me know if it doesn't work.

[@outdoorsman9384]

And also how much weight in pounds for weight capacity

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm sure it was in the video. Thanks for your comment

[@kamuda1982]

150kg google it

[@StephA21319]

Depends on the specific ladder. Read the specs online before choosing one. I looked at several before finding one that had a higher weight capacity

[@ottofumbler7267]

The worst thing about these types of ladder is the square rungs. They're fine for quick jobs and getting onto a roof, but spend any reasonable time working at height, and your feet and calves will not thank you for it. Just keep this in mind if you're considering buying a telescopic ladder, as they all have square rungs.

[@FixitwithFowler]

I agree, good for quick diy jobs but definitely not for any length of time. I have found these great for painting on stairs, and you can easily adjust the length to suit each area. The other bonus is storage space!

[@outdoorsman9384]

How much does it weigh in pounds

[@FixitwithFowler]

Sorry, I don't know, but it's ot heavy

[@hendynugrohotrihatmojo5385]

Link yang Anda sediakan tidak berfungsi. Kalau boleh tahu, merk dan buatan negara mana tangga yang Anda beli? Ulasan yang bagus.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, sorry all the links have now been updated! Thanks 😁

[@jimlepeu]

Put the bottom out too far and there is a risk of the bottom sliding out when you are on it

[@FixitwithFowler]

Exactly, thats why you need to set the ladder up at a 4:1 ratio

[@ottofumbler7267]

Because there are two locks per rung, there's MORE chance of a failure. That's an elementary engineering principle, not an opinion.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Or less chance of a total failure! Each rung locks four times as you raise or lower the ladder.

[@ottofumbler7267]

​@@FixitwithFowler What types of ladders are more likely to experience a "total failure"? The engineering principle is such that the greater the number of moving parts, the greater the chance of failure [in general]. These ladders use spring loaded sliding round head pins. It's efficient, but not very safe. Efficiency and safety rarely fall into the same design ethic. If anyone is looking for the M.O., it's simply that these ladders have their uses, but don't think for a minute they're as safe as traditional extension ladders... because they're not. Top tip: after extending the rungs, turn the ladder around so the catches face the wall. This way, there's less chance you'll accidentally knock the release catches with your hands or feet.

[@FixitwithFowler]

I see your argument, and i agree that traditional extension ladders are going to be stronger. As for total faliure these woulh have to have 16 individual failures for a total failure which is very unlikely and even if you don't lock one side the section remains almost vertical due to the tollerances within the sliding sections meaning the slightest mis alignment will not let that section move. I take it you are speaking from experience of using this ladder? They are not the strongest but great for short tasks. As an engineer, you must realise that these all have a certificate of conformity and are tested as such. That is why the police and firebrigade use them.

[@ottofumbler7267]

@@FixitwithFowler Agree with what you're stating here, to a point. Imagine however one catch fails. It's not going to be immediately obvious, unless there's a loud noise and/or vibration. With this in mind, how long before the catch opposite fails, or the ladder begins to pivot to the side? It's the whole "what happens next" scenario that users should appreciate. Think "worst case scenario", and you're in the correct mindset for safe ladder work. I can't state the source, but apparently there are 48,000 A&E ladder related incidents in the UK each year. Even experienced height work professionals come a cropper now and then. I wouldn't have a clue what percentage of these recorded accidents are due to ANY particular design of ladder physically failing whilst in use. Personally, I have the 5.8m version of one of these telescopic ladders. It is extremely useful, but I wouldn't use it in certain situations. I'm fine with heights (platforms, tree climbing, etc), but I don't like ladder work in general. I usually don't use it at maximum extension, and switch to extension ladders when it's the right circumstances. If anyone is not used to ladder work, I would not suggest going for the longest versions of these telescopic ladders. Very handy, easy to transport, but the bending and wobbling make them feel unsafe. If you're not relaxed up a ladder, it can lead to fatigue, which leads to mistakes... which leads to the dark side. 😂 If I can add one more thing, look for the version that has the stabiliser bar, and invest in a set of mat levellers. Being comfortable with your ladder setup is essential, especially for the likes of me who generally dislike ladder work. Be safe. Live longer. Pay more taxes... because our government sure as hell needs them! 😜

[@andrewgriffin2721]

Finger buster

[@FixitwithFowler]

Definitely could be, although this ladder has a double action when closing, so it's not as easy as you think to trap your fingers!