Telescopic Ladders

Telescopic ladders are considered safe if they are certified to EN131-6. The EN131-6 certification proves that the ladder has been through the toughest of strength and durability tests and are fit for purpose. If you are looking to purchase a telescopic ladder ensure they are certified to the correct standards, for example, any telescopic ladder over 3m should have a stabiliser bar. There have been reports recently of unsafe telescopic ladders flooding the market so do a little extra research before purchasing, all our telescopic ladders are certified to the latest standards.

No telescopic ladders offer great versatility and don’t need to be fully extended; they can lock into place at multiple different heights. When a telescopic ladder is not fully extended you should double-check that the non-extended rungs are situated at the top of the ladder.

Telescopic ladders are available in a number of heights from 2.8 m upwards. Once telescopic ladders reach 3m they should come with a stabiliser bar if they are certified to EN131-6, which Is the recommended standard for telescopic ladders to adhere to. The tallest telescopic ladder that we have available boasts a height of 4.4m. If you find a telescopic ladder on the market taller than this be sure to check the certification.

Telescopic ladders are known to be good for DIY jobs such as painting walls and ceilings. They also have benefits such as its compact design, long reach, lightweight material, and adjustable length. When buying a telescopic ladder be sure to buy from a reputable specialist and ensure they conform to EN131-6, these ladders are safe and have a stabiliser bar over 3m and slow closing mechanisms.

The only difference between a Telescopic Ladder and other ladders is that you can extend it rung by rung to get a different, exact, height each time you use it. You then lock it in place until you are done, at which point you can collapse it back down again with ease.