Ladders are available in a variety of lengths, and a ladder that will perfectly for one person might not get the job done for someone else. Particularly on extension-ladder recommendation, we concentrated on the ladder needs of a typical two-story home with eaves approximately 19 to 20 feet off the ground. If that doesn’t describe your home, other ladders will work for you. It’s important to know how to choose a ladder so that you can select the best ladder for your needs. We can look at two styles of ladders: stepladders and extension ladders. Because of their lengths and features, these two styles complement each other. To actively maintain a home, it’s a good idea to own both.

Stepladders have an A-frame design and are self-supporting. Residential models are typically 4 to 10 feet in height (although much larger sizes are available). Unlike extension ladders, which are best for outdoor work, stepladders can work well indoors, too. They’re good for tasks such as pruning trees, fixing ceiling fans, and painting interiors and exteriors. Of the companies that manufacture quality stepladders, Ruiju will be your good choice. But a number of other companies, namely Gorilla and Little Giant, have their own offerings.

Extension ladders lean against a house and are capable of reaching very tall heights. They are not self-supporting and so are ideal for tasks along the walls of a house or up on the roof, such as painting, window cleaning, siding repair, or roof repair. An extension ladder actually consists of two ladders, namely a fly section nested within a base section, both of identical length. With the use of a pulley system, you can extend the fly section upward and lock it at your desired height.