The slope of the roof is known at the pitch.
How to get on a steep roof.
Determine your roof s pitch see this.
Most homeowners already have some of the equipment necessary for climbing onto a steep roof.
How to work on a steep roof step 1.
Roofing can be dangerous.
Never do roof work when it s raining or windy.
It isn t hard as long as you are careful take your time do it right and be safe.
Make sure that your ladder has a 7 to 10 feet overhang at the top of the roof.
Make sure you ve checked the forecast and only attempt roof work especially on steep roofs when the conditions are acceptable.
Secure the ladder to something sturdy such as any available scaffolding or a tree to prevent it from moving during your ascent.
Ladders can be acceptable to get to the bottom side of a roof but you might need other equipment to do more advanced work on a steep roof.
How to climb a steep roof.
You can still fall when.
Use a sturdy extension ladder that extends at least 3 feet above the eaves to climb onto the roof and secure the bottom to the foundation and the top to the eaves or fascia so it doesn t move.