Given the choice of an Aluminum or Fiberglass Ladder you may be wondering – why do I need a fiberglass ladder?
The most obvious reason to choose fiberglass is a big one- safety. Fiberglass does not conduct electricity so when you are working with power tools on a fiberglass ladder you are at a far lower risk of being electrocuted. Imagine standing on an aluminum ladder and accidentally drilling into a live electrical cable… that metal could conduct the electricity straight through you into the ground.
As well as not conducting electricity, fiberglass ladders don’t conduct or retain much heat. If you have ever worked on a metal ladder outdoors in the hot sun you will know how quickly it can get hot enough to burn your hands. Fiberglass doesn’t become nearly as hot, meaning you can work more comfortable in the sun or inside in a hot environment.
Fiberglass ladders are generally much sturdier than their aluminum counterparts. Due to their heavier construction most people find that a fiberglass ladders offers much more security and stability – none of that horrible wobbling feeling as you get higher up the ladder. Despite being heavier than aluminum ladders, fiberglass offers a good balance between weight and portability – wooden ladders are even heavier than fiberglass and also get damaged far more easily.
So, for safety, stability and durability go with a fiberglass ladder.