Options for safer & permanent roof access?
Hello everyone.
Most of the time, when you're looking for how-to ideas, searching online will result in lots of options. This time, I'm not having much luck - with the exeption of expensive commercial solutions.
What I would LIKE to see are some ideas on how I can give myself better (permanent) access to the roof that is more stable than an extension ladder. I only need to get up about 4 meters to a simple "A" roof, but with every passing year that transition from the top of the ladder to the sloped roof becomes more dangerous.
Has anyone built exterior stairs or utilized a fixed ladder to the roof perhaps with some extended hand rails to make getting on & off the roof less hazardous?
Alternatively, I'm certainly open to a purchased or second-hand solution if the cost is reasonable.
Pictures would be great if anyone would like to share a URL or two.
With the number of antennas that have been put on the roof by Amateur Radio operators over the decades, I have to think that someone out there besides me got tired of using a plain old ladder at some point.
Thanks!
-Scott, K4KDR
Scott, Have you looked at the traditional industrial sources?McMaster-Carr or Grainger. --- Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. GEO
Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
From: Scott [email protected] To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, August 5, 2017 12:48 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
Hello everyone.
Most of the time, when you're looking for how-to ideas, searching online will result in lots of options. This time, I'm not having much luck - with the exeption of expensive commercial solutions.
What I would LIKE to see are some ideas on how I can give myself better (permanent) access to the roof that is more stable than an extension ladder. I only need to get up about 4 meters to a simple "A" roof, but with every passing year that transition from the top of the ladder to the sloped roof becomes more dangerous.
Has anyone built exterior stairs or utilized a fixed ladder to the roof perhaps with some extended hand rails to make getting on & off the roof less hazardous?
Alternatively, I'm certainly open to a purchased or second-hand solution if the cost is reasonable.
Pictures would be great if anyone would like to share a URL or two.
With the number of antennas that have been put on the roof by Amateur Radio operators over the decades, I have to think that someone out there besides me got tired of using a plain old ladder at some point.
Thanks!
-Scott, K4KDR _______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
Scott, Have you looked at the traditional industrial sources?McMaster-Carr or Grainger. --- Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. GEO
Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
From: Scott <[email protected]>To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, August 5, 2017 12:48 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
Hello everyone.
Most of the time, when you're looking for how-to ideas, searching online will result in lots of options. This time, I'm not having much luck - with the exeption of expensive commercial solutions.
What I would LIKE to see are some ideas on how I can give myself better (permanent) access to the roof that is more stable than an extension ladder. I only need to get up about 4 meters to a simple "A" roof, but with every passing year that transition from the top of the ladder to the sloped roof becomes more dangerous.
Has anyone built exterior stairs or utilized a fixed ladder to the roof perhaps with some extended hand rails to make getting on & off the roof less hazardous?
Alternatively, I'm certainly open to a purchased or second-hand solution if the cost is reasonable.
Pictures would be great if anyone would like to share a URL or two.
With the number of antennas that have been put on the roof by Amateur Radio operators over the decades, I have to think that someone out there besides me got tired of using a plain old ladder at some point.
Thanks!
I have a side mounted Rohn 25 that is ideal for me to get on the roof. WX station and couple of antennas on up the tower works very well.
That is what I use. He is looking for something preferably with handrails. I just realized he said "meters". Probably doesn't have access to the businesses I mentioned as they are USA only. --- Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. GEO
Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
From: "[email protected]" [email protected] To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, August 5, 2017 1:03 PM Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
Scott, Have you looked at the traditional industrial sources?McMaster-Carr or Grainger. --- Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. GEO
Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
From: Scott [email protected] To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, August 5, 2017 12:48 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access? Hello everyone.
Most of the time, when you're looking for how-to ideas, searching online will result in lots of options. This time, I'm not having much luck - with the exeption of expensive commercial solutions.
What I would LIKE to see are some ideas on how I can give myself better (permanent) access to the roof that is more stable than an extension ladder. I only need to get up about 4 meters to a simple "A" roof, but with every passing year that transition from the top of the ladder to the sloped roof becomes more dangerous.
Has anyone built exterior stairs or utilized a fixed ladder to the roof perhaps with some extended hand rails to make getting on & off the roof less hazardous?
Alternatively, I'm certainly open to a purchased or second-hand solution if the cost is reasonable.
Pictures would be great if anyone would like to share a URL or two.
With the number of antennas that have been put on the roof by Amateur Radio operators over the decades, I have to think that someone out there besides me got tired of using a plain old ladder at some point.
Thanks!
I have a side mounted Rohn 25 that is ideal for me to get on the roof. WX station and couple of antennas on up the tower works very well. _______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
Thanks very much for the replies so far!
Oh yes, very much in the US. Just didn't want people from other parts of the world to have to convert before maybe replying with suggestions.
I'll look forward to possibly even more ideas in the coming days as people catch up with their email.
Thanks!
-Scott, K4KDR
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-----Original Message----- From: GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB Sent: Saturday, August 05, 2017 4:34 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
That is what I use. He is looking for something preferably with handrails. I just realized he said "meters". Probably doesn't have access to the businesses I mentioned as they are USA only. --- Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. GEO
Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
From: "[email protected]" [email protected] To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, August 5, 2017 1:03 PM Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
Scott, Have you looked at the traditional industrial sources?McMaster-Carr or Grainger. --- Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. GEO
Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
From: Scott <[email protected]>To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, August 5, 2017 12:48 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
Hello everyone.
Most of the time, when you're looking for how-to ideas, searching online will result in lots of options. This time, I'm not having much luck - with the exeption of expensive commercial solutions.
What I would LIKE to see are some ideas on how I can give myself better (permanent) access to the roof that is more stable than an extension ladder. I only need to get up about 4 meters to a simple "A" roof, but with every passing year that transition from the top of the ladder to the sloped roof becomes more dangerous.
Has anyone built exterior stairs or utilized a fixed ladder to the roof perhaps with some extended hand rails to make getting on & off the roof less hazardous?
Alternatively, I'm certainly open to a purchased or second-hand solution if the cost is reasonable.
Pictures would be great if anyone would like to share a URL or two.
With the number of antennas that have been put on the roof by Amateur Radio operators over the decades, I have to think that someone out there besides me got tired of using a plain old ladder at some point.
Thanks!
I have a side mounted Rohn 25 that is ideal for me to get on the roof. WX station and couple of antennas on up the tower works very well.
OK, have your pick.https://www.mcmaster.com/#stairways/=18t9lox --- Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. GEO
Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
From: Scott [email protected] To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, August 5, 2017 1:56 PM Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
Thanks very much for the replies so far!
Oh yes, very much in the US. Just didn't want people from other parts of the world to have to convert before maybe replying with suggestions.
I'll look forward to possibly even more ideas in the coming days as people catch up with their email.
Thanks!
-Scott, K4KDR
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-----Original Message----- From: GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB Sent: Saturday, August 05, 2017 4:34 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
That is what I use. He is looking for something preferably with handrails. I just realized he said "meters". Probably doesn't have access to the businesses I mentioned as they are USA only. --- Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. GEO
Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
From: "[email protected]" [email protected] To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, August 5, 2017 1:03 PM Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
Scott, Have you looked at the traditional industrial sources?McMaster-Carr or Grainger. --- Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. GEO
Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
From: Scott [email protected] To: [email protected] Sent: Saturday, August 5, 2017 12:48 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
Hello everyone.
Most of the time, when you're looking for how-to ideas, searching online will result in lots of options. This time, I'm not having much luck - with the exeption of expensive commercial solutions.
What I would LIKE to see are some ideas on how I can give myself better (permanent) access to the roof that is more stable than an extension ladder. I only need to get up about 4 meters to a simple "A" roof, but with every passing year that transition from the top of the ladder to the sloped roof becomes more dangerous.
Has anyone built exterior stairs or utilized a fixed ladder to the roof perhaps with some extended hand rails to make getting on & off the roof less hazardous?
Alternatively, I'm certainly open to a purchased or second-hand solution if the cost is reasonable.
Pictures would be great if anyone would like to share a URL or two.
With the number of antennas that have been put on the roof by Amateur Radio operators over the decades, I have to think that someone out there besides me got tired of using a plain old ladder at some point.
Thanks!
I have a side mounted Rohn 25 that is ideal for me to get on the roof. WX station and couple of antennas on up the tower works very well.
_______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
Tilt over brackets for poles (dxengineering, MFJ)
Then you only need to go as high as the eave
73, K7TRK
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Scott Sent: Saturday, August 5, 2017 12:46 AM To: [email protected] Subject: [amsat-bb] Options for safer & permanent roof access?
Hello everyone.
Most of the time, when you're looking for how-to ideas, searching online will result in lots of options. This time, I'm not having much luck - with the exeption of expensive commercial solutions.
What I would LIKE to see are some ideas on how I can give myself better (permanent) access to the roof that is more stable than an extension ladder. I only need to get up about 4 meters to a simple "A" roof, but with every passing year that transition from the top of the ladder to the sloped roof becomes more dangerous.
Has anyone built exterior stairs or utilized a fixed ladder to the roof perhaps with some extended hand rails to make getting on & off the roof less hazardous?
Alternatively, I'm certainly open to a purchased or second-hand solution if the cost is reasonable.
Pictures would be great if anyone would like to share a URL or two.
With the number of antennas that have been put on the roof by Amateur Radio operators over the decades, I have to think that someone out there besides me got tired of using a plain old ladder at some point.
Thanks!
-Scott, K4KDR _______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
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