Vent: My 20-foot extension ladder slipped on some wet leaves yesterday

I was setting up for a cleanout in Portland and the base just slid out. Anyone have a good trick for securing ladders on damp ground?

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2 Comments

riley8609h ago

Screw through the feet" is a total game changer, I learned that the hard way too.

paulp4512h ago

Man, that's scary stuff. I used to think just setting the feet was enough, but a close call on some mud changed my mind for good. Now I always screw a couple of long wood screws into the ground through the ladder's feet if I'm on anything soft or wet. It takes two minutes and basically pins it in place. For leaves, I'll also sweep a clear spot first so the feet have solid contact.