How To Climb A Roof

Climb a ladder to access your roof safely.

How to climb a roof.

Use a sturdy extension ladder that extends at least 3 feet above the eaves to climb onto the roof and secure the bottom to the foundation and the top to the eaves or fascia so it doesn t move. Lean your body forward toward the top of the roof to help maintain your balance. The first time you climb the ladder secure it with a rope or cord to an anchor point on the roof. Our specially trained roofclimb leaders guide you across the rooftop of the iconic oval s western stand before navigating to the riverbank platform perched 50 metres over the hallowed turf.

How to climb a ladder to a roof. A steeper roof will require you to lean forward more significantly. You should always face the ladder holding onto the rungs while you climb. Place the base of the ladder of its height away from your home and make sure it s on level ground so it stays sturdy.

Roofclimb offers unparalleled 360 degree views of adelaide and beyond from our stunning coastline to picturesque foothills. Climbing a ladder can be dangerous especially so if the. Climb to the roof and arrive as fresh as possible. In order to climb a steep roof safely you will need to hold your body in the proper position.

Ask a helper to hold the ladder while you climb. Always keep three points of contact on the ladder. As you advance toward the top of the roof take it one slow step a time. Scope the line for places to recover before the roof and milk rests along the way.

Consider climbing up placing gear in or near the roof then downclimbing to a rest position so you can relax and plan your attack.