How To Climb Onto A Roof Without A Ladder

You can also use a roof harness that can stop you from falling off the roof.

How to climb onto a roof without a ladder.

Why are we doing this video. This is especially helpful on steep or high roofs. If a roof bracket is out of the question sling a long rope across the home then tie it to a tree or other firmly embedded yard piece. A steeper roof will require you to lean forward more significantly.

Anchor the bracket on a truss or rafter. Nail the 2 by 4 lumber to the roof with framing nails. The harness attaches to a roof anchor that s secured to a truss or rafter to ensure its stability. That may mean you need multiple anchors.

This will guarantee that the bracket is embedded in solid wood as evidenced by the solid sound you will hear when anchoring. This video explains how to safely get on to and off of roof safely from an extension ladder. As you advance toward the top of the roof take it one slow step a time. Pry the wood away when you are back on the ladder and.

The lumber provides a ledge to grab onto as you climb onto the roof from the ladder. Leave the rope hanging down so you can climb back up it when you return home. Well many of our videos are geared towards and roofing salesmen who are new to the industry so we want to make sure we are keep. This video explains how to safely get on to and off of roof safely from an extension ladder.

Use the knots that you ve tied into your rope to support your hands and feet as you climb down. In order to climb a steep roof safely you will need to hold your body in the proper position. You use them in conjunction with 2 by 8 inch boards to construct scaffolding on the roof deck. Slowly and carefully climb out of the window feet first and begin to climb down the rope.