Telescoping Extension Ladder 12.5FT, Aluminum Telescopic Ladders with Carry Bag for Outdoor Indoor Use

I use ladders all the time at work. This ladder is exactly what I thought it would be , and is a great value for the price. Telescoping ladders are never going to be as sturdy as a fold out ladder, but something has to give for it to be as compact and lightweight as it is. As long as you are well balanced , and implement 3 points of contact while using the ladder, this ladder is very reliable .

IT FITS IN THE BAG JUST FINE!Guys, the top goes in first, not the feet. Use your head. Kinda worries me that someone using a ladder can't figure out how to use the bag properly lol.Also, quit putting your thumb/finger in the way of the rungs when you retract it. Gravity is a thing. Be smart...It's as sturdy as you'd think it is for the price/material. I would not use this for heavy construction. But for painting and drywall in a stairwell, sure! It's more wobbly the higher you go, but not uncomfortably so. If you're used to ladders, this is way more practical than busting out the little giant every time.The buckle is a convenient way of securing unused rungs so you can move the ladder around without needing to adjust the height.Way easier to store and way easier to deploy when needed. Huge time saver and cuts down on the annoyance of moving around a bulky ladder.

I bought this as an intermediate-size ladder for work around the house. I already have a 24' aluminum extension ladder, and I have a 7' stepladder, but if I wanted to do things like clean the upper window in the foyer or change a high lightbulb, the stepladder was too short, and the 24' monster was often too big. This fits that intermediate size pretty well.It's sturdy — not as sturdy as my 24' monster is, but I wouldn't expect that from a collapsible ladder. But at the same time, I don't feel like it's going to fall apart. It's much easier to transport than the big one, too: I can just grab it and set it up in a matter of minutes. Collapsed, it's not exactly *light*, to be sure, but it's nowhere near as heavy as the big ladder. I'd compare carrying it to carrying two standard metal folding chairs under the same arm: Not light, but not heavy either.Make sure to check the latches as you expand it: Sometimes they don't always latch, and you have to be careful to push them in all the way so they secure for real.Warning: Be *extremely* careful collapsing it — I've pinched a thumb once already. It doesn't collapse quite the way you think it's going to collapse, with each rung going halfway down and then *stopping*. The rung above only goes the rest of the way down when the next rung below it goes down too. I'd recommend experimenting with it a few times with just the top three rungs so you get the hang of it before extending it fully.The included canvas bag is useless. I think it may be for the non-heavy-duty ladder that they make; I've tried hard, but I can't get the heavy-duty ladder into it; it's simply too wide. That's a shame, since it'd be nice to be able to put the bag on it when it's not in use, but the bag simply doesn't fit.So I give it four stars overall. It's sturdy and solid and doesn't feel like a toy or like it's going to collapse underneath me or break, and it does the job it's supposed to do pretty darn well. But given that I've pinched fingers already and will probably do so again given the way that it collapses, and given that the storage bag doesn't work at all, I can't quite give it the five-star review I want to give it.Still, I'm not sending it back, and I would buy it again. It's not poorly-made by any means, and I expect it'll last me through a whole lot of projects over the next several years.

I recently purchased the 15.5FT Aluminum Telescoping Ladder, and it has quickly become an essential tool for my home improvement projects. This ladder's lightweight design makes it easy to carry and maneuver, yet it remains incredibly sturdy and secure thanks to its high-quality aluminum construction and non-slip feet.The collapsible design is a standout feature, allowing for easy storage and transport. It extends smoothly and locks securely at various heights, making it versatile for tasks like changing light bulbs, painting, and cleaning gutters. The clear markings and locking indicators ensure safe usage, and the non-slip rungs add extra security.In terms of build quality, the ladder feels durable and well-made, showing no signs of wear after multiple uses. Overall, the 15.5FT Aluminum Telescoping Ladder is a fantastic investment for anyone needing a reliable, lightweight, and secure ladder for various tasks around the home.

15.5 foot telescoping ladder: I've had the opportunity to use this twice today to do some cement repair at the top of my chimney. The specific uses I mention in the headline are - if you don't want drag the big bulky ladder out for a small job, or you don't have a big bulky ladder (like me). I gave sturdiness 4 stars, but this rating must take into account the type of ladder this is. It feels strong enough, but be aware that due to the telescoping design, it will bow and wobble somewhat. I expected this, and it was not a negative factor for me. Take into account the job you are doing, and know that due to the bowing inward as you ascend, the angle of the ladder near the top will be less than the angle of the ladder before mounting. As for expanding and contracting the telescoping function, it is easy to put up and take down. This will get regular use from me!