- Is this ladder safe to use near electrical lines?
- The fiberglass rails are non-conductive, which is why electricians favor fiberglass over aluminum. No ladder makes contact with live wiring safe, so keep clear of lines regardless.
- How high can I reach with it?
- It has a 17 ft. maximum working length, enough to reach the eaves of most single-story homes. The 20 ft. figure is the full extended length, not the safe working height.
- What does Type 1A mean?
- Type 1A is a duty rating for a 300 lb maximum load, covering the user plus tools and materials. It is the second-highest common duty rating after Type 1AA.
- How does it compare with an aluminum ladder?
- Fiberglass is heavier and costs more but does not conduct electricity and tends to feel stiffer. Aluminum is lighter and easier to move but unsafe near live wiring.
- Can one person set it up?
- Yes, but the fiberglass build is heavy, so raising and extending it solo takes care. A second person makes setup safer, especially at full extension.
- What is included with the ladder?
- It ships as the ladder itself with its extension rope and pulley. A stabilizer or ladder leveler is not included and is sold separately.
- Where is the Dewalt 20 ft. Fiberglass Extension Ladder Type 1A cheapest?
- At ImperialSupplies.com, for $461.14, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Dewalt 20 ft. Fiberglass Extension Ladder Type 1A?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Msc Industrial Supply, Zoro, Grainger Industrial Supply, ImperialSupplies.com.