Roofers can walk on the top of the steepest roofs, and they rarely get injured. Although this is a fact, as most Orlando roofers are highly trained and experienced, not everyone is able to do the same as successfully. The fact is that, even though most roofers make it look easy, walking on a roof is rarely a walk in the park.
Safety concerns associated with walking on your roof can
include:
- Losing your balance and falling;
- Slipping on a slippery surface or a loose roofing element and getting injured;
- Risking injury while working on your roof because of poor balance;
- Some
areas being too risky to reach because of the dangerous slope.
When you plan to walk on your roof, even just for the purpose of inspecting it for damage, it is very important to use the right safety measures, such as a sturdy ladder that can be locked into place and a durable harness that can catch you in case you lose your balance.
Also, make sure that you’re using proper roofing shoes to avoid slipping, and that your ladder is placed on stable ground, so it doesn’t slip away when you try to get down. If even after taking all these safety measures, you’re still uncomfortable with being on top of your roof, then consider calling in the professionals to do the work for you.
