professional decorators' advice needed. Outside job.

[papermoon]

Hi,
We've got an issue here. There is a property that my hubby has to redecorate. The clients do not want a scaffold and would like him to use a tower. It's fine for the rest of the house but not sure what would be the best way for approaching the front as you can see in the following picture. What u reckon? Thanks

 

[ic1927]

A single tower would be of no use with that porch there. I've seen blokes use two towers and throw a couple of youngmans across the divide on similar jobs, but this breaks every health and safety rule I would think. Triple extention ladders would enable you to access the windows, make sure they are footed, but not sure about that gable as regards the height. Scaffolding is the best and safest way to go, remember safety should always be paramount. Try and convince the customer to go for scaffolding.

 

[Diyisfun]

Hire a boom lift

 

[gregers]

yep cherry picker is the way round this problem.

 

[essexboy1]

first i would check with your insurance company because time you hire two towers,youngman boards and the handrail between the two towers.there is not going to be much difference.Plus the customer is not going to be paying your husband if he has a accident or worse

 

[opps]

This will work

http://www.laddersafetydevices.co.uk/products_list.asp?ProdCatID=185

Not sure of the costs though and not suitable for one man to put up.

Note the ladder support arms. Made by Ankalad- about a £130ish but worth every penny.