There are a vast number of trades and professions that require the use of ladders.Quite possibly, this humble tool is perhaps the most widely used piece of equipment in the world.From builders to electricians; window cleaners to roofers, millions of people require these handy pieces of equipment to work at height.But as there a wide variety of professions that require ladders, there a wide selection of different types used by differing trades.Here is a list of some of the different types of ladder and the types of trade that rely on them.Stepladders.One of the most commonly used.A set of steps has numerous applications and just as many trades that rely on them.Primarily, stepladders are used in indoor locations and nearly every domestic tradesman will carry a set.Painter and decorators, electricians, plumbers, insulators.The list is perhaps endless.Extension Ladders.Another very common type and used primarily outdoors.Extension ladders are designed to lean, and as they suggest can extend to many times their original length.People who need to work at high levels use extensions such as window cleaners, satellite TV engineers, signwriters and exterior house painters are obvious examples but most major trades like builders will also need an extension ladder on the roof of their van.Combination Ladders.These have the ability to combine the different facets of platforms, steps and extensions.Useful for difficult areas such as on staircases or where there is not enough room for a conventional ladder, combinations are used widely by interior tradespeople.Often, some builders, decorators and other professions opt for a good combination ladder as it means they can get away with not needing extensions or stepladders as the combination can do all the jobs they require.Surveyors ladder.As there name suggests, surveyors commonly use these types but while they lend there name to surveyor's ladders, other professions use them too.The advantage of a surveyor's ladder is that they fold up and can fit in the boot of a car.For this reason people that have occasional use for a ladder, such as press photographers will often carry a surveyor's ladder in the boot of their car.
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