How To Work On A Steep Roof: The Right Tools & Tips

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Жыл бұрын

What's good my friend!
Gotten alot of good Q's about working on steep roofs that I answer today.
I mention it in the video but I'll say it again: Be safe and ONLY do roofs you are comfortable on. Obviously you should charge more $ for working on a steeper roof but if it doesn't make you feel comfortable, it's not worth it.
This is a standard roof harness kit from Home depot but really any harness kit will do.
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@icedcoffee8561 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! Awesome video, hadn't even consider using a harnesses until now 😅

@powerfulimprovements Жыл бұрын

Great video Spencer

@coreyedmonds Жыл бұрын

Great post man!!!! Love the commitment to safety!!

@Salimdawidalle Жыл бұрын

@SpencerClaeys good stuff man, i was doing a job today and was curious to your thoughts on steepness of roofs so this was a God send. As usual thanks for the content and keep up the grind!

@SpencerClaeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks Salim! Yeah I been getting this question so much I knew it was time haha

@TzNuts 3 ай бұрын

That's not a steep roof. I could walk on my hands on a 4/12

@Jose-wt2jl 3 ай бұрын

Hey Spencer, did you install that roof anchor or was it already there? Would you do a video about the drilling and all that’s needed to install one ?

@sewkingwet Жыл бұрын

You really should be using a ladder stabilizer, soooooo much safer and cheap too

@RogerPack 9 ай бұрын

Good tip, scratches gutters less too...

@Makingshavingz 10 ай бұрын

awesome suggestions

@scissorhands6653 Жыл бұрын

That ladder is too vertical

@tubbycustard8866 2 ай бұрын

yeah i dont have any expertise but even that looked very bad

@thomasmoxley4862 Ай бұрын

He knows what he is doing. If your scared, don't go up a ladder :)

@JohntehGman Жыл бұрын

Im guessing the powder is to help prevent moss and such. All you have to do is sprinkle that stuff on and that's it? How long does it last? How does it compare to a zinc strip?

@DanielMeier-ox5kc 4 күн бұрын

Good video friend….. thank you

@adamthewoodworker2571 5 күн бұрын

This video is about to get a lot of new viewers 😉

@Whatever80835 9 ай бұрын

My dude decided set the ladder up in the craziest spot lol

@davidainilian1106 Жыл бұрын

What about Spanish style roofs with clay tiles or concrete tiles?

@iinkpayments 10 ай бұрын

👏🏼🙌🏼Great tips! Super useful for the community! 🧠💪🏼

@brad.h5656 Жыл бұрын

Omg thank. And thanks for the convo on how you where going to make this vid on tik tok the other day

@SpencerClaeys Жыл бұрын

I gotchu Brad!

@alexmayo4160 10 ай бұрын

How are you anchoring it to the roof? Nailing it? If so are you plugging up those holes when you're done?

@man_vs_life 6 ай бұрын

Exactly. Not a very useful example.

@trailsportsuk3627 10 ай бұрын

All the KZfaq videos seem to be about walking on Grippy Shingles. Do you have any advice about walking on a steep pitch of Traditional Grey Roof Tiles ?

@christianrose493 5 ай бұрын

Your video gives a adrenaline rush 😅 good content 👍

@vendingservices8900 Жыл бұрын

What anchor is that? Mine can only be installed on ridges.

@DerrikPasillas Жыл бұрын

Spencer, I’m trying to figure out how you record on the roof?

@swwilde3332 Жыл бұрын

A lawn tractor makes a good movable anchor to tie down on, if it's big and hefty enough.

@scottturner-zm1vu 21 күн бұрын

Wow! That's a really steep roof!

@markjurgensrsonen3819 9 ай бұрын

Hey...What kind of shoes do you use? I do a lot of gutters in Chicago...and i need very good shoes...

@tylersmithking Жыл бұрын

Great vid 👍🏼

@roblee2331 6 ай бұрын

Do most houses have roof anchors? I dont see them very often in NC.

@slickspade Жыл бұрын

Great vid. Thanks for sharing. What was name of boots? Also can you do a vid where to get all the supplies for safety? Thanks.

@Salimdawidalle Жыл бұрын

Boots are made by Brunts and you can get some harnesses at lowes or Home Depot for around $150 depending on where you live

@SpencerClaeys Жыл бұрын

Thanks man! The Marin by Brunt, been a fan since I first got them. And yeah I get most of it from Home Depot but yeah I have some other videos planned on that sort of thing 👍

@fingolfin9086 Жыл бұрын

A lot of people also suggest the wave/deck boots made by Huk, they’re $30-$50 cheaper than the Brunt’s and supposed to be super sticky

@Salimdawidalle Жыл бұрын

@@fingolfin9086 Havent tried these before but they have a unique bottom design ive never seen. Perhaps ill give them a try especially them being a little cheaper on the dollar!

@chrisbrennan3394 2 күн бұрын

What boots are you useing I know about cougar paws but what are those they look cool

@azec 2 ай бұрын

Any recommendations for harness product and rope? Also, does every roof have an anchor? Is that a standard in the US? I am considering installing gutter guards, but don't like the annual maintenance fee and would like to DIY that part 2x year. I do have very very steep roof, but I am physically active and fit, so with proper ladder and harness it should be no problem. I also rock climb :)

@user-dd3ii5ve2h 9 ай бұрын

"Feel it out", OSHA approved :D xD

@GreatDataVideos Жыл бұрын

Lots of good tips! Have you used Cougar Paws boots? If so, which would you say is better: the Cougar Paws or the Marin boot? Also, I'm a homeowner and not a roofer, but I may need to replace more of my roof, and the Petzl ASAP Lock kit looks like a good setup for roofing (with a Petzl harness). It looks way better than the standard safety harness.

@bloopereel33 Жыл бұрын

If your looking to get your roof replaced, contact a trustee Roofing Contractor so they can work with your insurance and try to get it covered. Some of those guys can work some serious magic and can make a huge difference in terms of HOW Much an adjuster is willing to give you to replace your roof/gutters etc.

@markrandall2997 Жыл бұрын

What's the boots called again?

@SunofYork Ай бұрын

Ok but how do you get up to the point where the anchor will be installed ? Two Roof Hoppers work, but only last one year afore they get ripped

@ethanhassinger291 Жыл бұрын

Your first ladder set up is way too vertical man

@evictioncarpentry2628 9 ай бұрын

Noticed the same

@2004jessiehs 8 ай бұрын

If i recall correctly, for every 3 feet up, its 1 foot away from where its leaning on

@calebwright288 8 ай бұрын

@@2004jessiehsClose! Every 4 feet up, 1 out. An easy way to test it is to stand up straight at the bottom and extend your arms forward. Generally, even with people's different arm lengths, your fully extended arm going directly straight out (not at an angle other than 90 degrees) should land right on the ladder without requiring your arms or body to bend to properly grab it. If, from the base of the ladder, you noticably can't fully extend your arm or you need to bend over some to reach the rung nearest to your extended arm, it's probably at a bad angle. Stay safe out there yall!! Much love!

@tchef2525 7 ай бұрын

I really hope nobody follows this guys safety setup or advice . Go out and work and make money but be safe. 1. Ladder is not correlating with angle to distance 2. It's not tied off 3. The pendulum swing on his harness going to the edge is bad judgement not tripping over the rope part. 4. Correct fall protection should be discussed here. , his harness is on so wrong if he fell with the pendulum swing his nuts are going through his shoulders and he would be in painnnnnn

@Jon-6969 5 ай бұрын

That ladder setup is perfectly fine. The flat rock pavers are holding it in place. I've seen workers safely use ladders at almost a 90° angle with nothing at the base. U guys too dramatic and have no balls.

@chengthao143 11 ай бұрын

Was trying to order your book but as soon as I enter my payment information, it led me straight to other products and as soon as I clicked "no" it just reverts me back to the same page and wouldn't let me just order the $7 book. I exit out the site, of course. Hopefully, I don't get charged. Could be a user error. Who knows.

@leroywilliams5237 3 ай бұрын

How do you anchor yourself to a tiled roof?

@noconsentgiven Ай бұрын

Question: Isn't the anchor bracket supposed to go over the ridge?

@eustacemcgoodboy9702 Жыл бұрын

My roof is so much higher and steeper than the one pictured in the video. It's, frankly, terrifying. I can't even get roofers to work on it.

@thomasmoxley4862 Ай бұрын

Long time Show rigger here. Good tips and I like your rope awareness. Good Job!

@RogerPack 9 ай бұрын

Is that a permanent anchor?

@TafurLLC 10 ай бұрын

Safety first.. for any Roof work..

@JeanClaudVanDabb 7 ай бұрын

How much do you charge per square foot ?

@user-pr7kz4kf9k Ай бұрын

What harness do you use?

@shh8198 4 ай бұрын

What’s the best boots?

@xthomasnelsonx Жыл бұрын

How do you initially hook up and dehook your rope safely?

@user-pi5lz3gs4s 4 ай бұрын

You'd have to make it to the anchor unattached. Or use the over the house rope method to safely get to the anchor.

@AlexDutyBMXMTB Жыл бұрын

What’s the difference between the blue and white powder you put on the roof

@centralcoastcommunitywatch 11 ай бұрын

they will both kill ur plants when washed off the roof lmao

@Thejungbuck 3 ай бұрын

What’s the difference between the blue and white powder

@miguelsalami Жыл бұрын

A truck bumper or trailer hitch works well as a rope ground attachment point.

@ventilara 9 ай бұрын

as long as your wife doesn't drive off while you are up there

@demarcus02 8 ай бұрын

@@ventilaralmao

@nathanhildebrandt2672 6 ай бұрын

@@ventilara Locally there was a situation where that exact thing happened to a guy working on a roof!

@saladiva 10 ай бұрын

What happens when you do fall and you're dangling in mid air? How easy is it to maneuver the harness? With the harness rope attached to the back, I would imagine it's difficult to get yourself down to the ground.

@RogerPack 9 ай бұрын

Call 911? :)

@stink_Bullet 7 ай бұрын

There’s a life line with a lanyard connected to it check out how a lanyard works it can save your life but that harness can also kill you if you hang for too long

@hunterwolfe9059 2 ай бұрын

You guys don't know how to use harnesses. Don't give yourself so much slack in the rope that you go past the edge of the roof. You shouldn't ever be dangling

@Genesislights 10 ай бұрын

Brunt Marin vs Danner Moc toe?

@montello2000 Жыл бұрын

How are you adjusting the length of the rope as you move all over the roof. It would hurt if you fell 28 feet off a 30 foot high roof.

@cutthecurve5726 9 ай бұрын

they make a partially sewn loop attachment that will snap and help reduce the impact of the fall

@mountainspiredvt2586 8 ай бұрын

how do you attach the rope to a tree?

@aftabrock4297 4 ай бұрын

Bro how will I apply for this job?

@HedelTorres 8 ай бұрын

Cool video.. What a good harness to use for this activity? I see many brands at Amazon and online, but not sure which to look at. Also, any suggestion for shoes? I tried working up there with some hiking shoes and almost slipped right off..

@andrewg5416 5 ай бұрын

what kind of boots are those?

@shahrulnazim6302 4 ай бұрын

i wish he show how to install that hook on the roof

@maxwhite3981 8 ай бұрын

How do you get to the roof anchor or set the roof anchor on an actually steep roof??

@nathanhildebrandt2672 6 ай бұрын

Rent a crane.

@5ME-o 8 ай бұрын

the white is zinc, whats the blue?

@andymagruder8182 Жыл бұрын

What exactly is the white powder (brand name or chemical name)? I have a lot of lichen and moss on my roof I want to get rid of.

@RogerPack 9 ай бұрын

He mentioned in another comment blue is laundry detergent white is zinc :)

@cnutsack 7 ай бұрын

Do you think a truck chasis would work as an anchor if nothing else is available?

@cole141000 14 күн бұрын

Anything 4/5x heavier than you will do. And what you connect to needs to be something like the axle/rear differential. But any truck chassis should do.

@cnutsack 14 күн бұрын

@@cole141000 I'm alive. It worked!

@Followthemoney100 2 ай бұрын

It’s called using roof jacks and planks or staging

@angelquinones8272 Жыл бұрын

Have you had any complaints about mailing the anchor to the roofs? Does that potentially damage the shingles?

@SpencerClaeys Жыл бұрын

I don’t do if it has one great if not I’ll tie up on the ground on the opposite side

@user-3tf67bk46u Жыл бұрын

@@SpencerClaeys I'd like to see a close-up of the anchor, especially the part that's under the shingle..and what you use to fasten. They're sure not all created equal. I have had a scare with roofing nails driven into plywood that was probably missing a 1/8th inch pc of inner laminate and not quite into a rafter. And of course some roofs use only aspenite and too thin pieces as an extra bonus. Not! Bothered me looking at that ladder base. It was totally dependent on the retaining wall having been done right. I've run into so many sabotaged jobs that now I assume every location someone has done previous work incorrectly. If you ran a line over the peak of my place without using a ridge friction protector under that rope, I'd probably ask you to go get one.

@derrickjohnson9692 Жыл бұрын

You can look up how to place temporary anchors but make sure to research how to repair and replace the shingles. Most work by lifting a row of top shingles nailing to under layer then when your done you caulk the nail holes and replace the shingle that you removed

@maddierosemusic Жыл бұрын

@@derrickjohnson9692 You also keep the nail in the hole, or replace the nail in the hole before caulking!

@maxwhite3981 8 ай бұрын

How do you get the rope over the roof to the opposite side?@@SpencerClaeys

@aftabrock4297 4 ай бұрын

I am from India how will I apply for this job?

@carrotsandrunning 11 ай бұрын

does tying to the ground the other side not damage the gutter with the rope ?

@RogerPack 9 ай бұрын

Maybe don't pull hard on it if it's connected to the other side? But then what if you want to do gutters on both sides...also you can't go near the gable, regardless? This is discussed a little in the comments here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gbyolLGqta69nnk.html

@CorryGal 7 ай бұрын

Use an anchor far enough away from the building so the safety rope will not crush the gutter if a worker falls.

@garybregel4606 10 ай бұрын

How do you fasten the roof anchor to the roof?

@RogerPack 9 ай бұрын

You can lift up shingles and screw them in. My guess is this one is kind of permanently already screwed in, based on his other comments. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qsl2orBlyc2Zm3k.htmlsi=D1GvF3dHqAD-JQfg

@michaelc7283 Жыл бұрын

Hi, What was the blue stuff you applied after the white powder?

@SpencerClaeys Жыл бұрын

The blue is laundry detergent (cheaper and helps raise the PH) zinc is the white good question bro!

@michaelc7283 Жыл бұрын

@Spencer Claeys Huh, is the blue laundry detergent pellet form? What brand? I would like to try this with the moss out white powder. Thanks

@ABB-bw6tc Жыл бұрын

It’s new form of powder of Cocaine

@saulramirezkb5855 7 ай бұрын

Have you ever fell off the roof even with the rope connected?

@NoName-dn8nv 2 күн бұрын

You can train secret service please

@rossy2027 11 ай бұрын

what hight ladder do you use for 2 stories

@georgeatanasov6563 10 ай бұрын

24 foot should work

@Empirebusinessinsights Жыл бұрын

I am going to start this business but yea I am only going to do roofs that I feel comfortable with do you need a license to get started? If it’s just a side hustle and do the owners of the house ever ask you about it

@SpencerClaeys Жыл бұрын

Yeah make sure you’re licensed and insured, probably only 1 out of every 50 people ask though

@jollyranch1026 Жыл бұрын

No license needed

@RalstigRacing Жыл бұрын

@@jollyranch1026 not true. You need a state/local Business license

@marekmaksymow Жыл бұрын

Imagine, we have in Poland roofs covered with slippy metal sheets we need to clean or paint...

@user-hd7hm4ox6l 11 күн бұрын

Borads jacks ladder arms annnd a oictch hopper. Thats how you have a good day

@AccompaniedInBerlin Жыл бұрын

How do you begin roof cleaning, how much money would a harness, brush, and rope be?

@DippedInTheSauce Жыл бұрын

Harness and rope are like $150 and brushes like $7 for 1.

@masonthebucks Жыл бұрын

@@DippedInTheSauce do you have a recommendation for the brush or know what Spencer uses in his videos?

@andyconn2464 8 ай бұрын

Some things listen too but not a lot from this guy lol straight up and down later. And talking about tying off to a tree on the ground is hilarious lol nail some 2x4s to the studs and call it a day lol

@ryanmora3334 2 ай бұрын

what about metal roofs?

@jazzsmowingandguttercleani575 10 ай бұрын

Use a vacuum mate@applied cleaning solutions

@788i886 9 ай бұрын

Can I have a permanent hook on my roof? Any recommendation?

@CorryGal 7 ай бұрын

Yes, but many jurisdictions require that they be engineered and inspected annually by an engineer.

@rudianger123 3 күн бұрын

Wait a sec.....what is that roof treatment you were spreading?????

@charleskauffman117 10 ай бұрын

I got one for you how do you shingle a 75 percent grade it's fucking steep

@abrahamstephens4518 3 ай бұрын

What I still don't understand is the anchor. Are you telling me that you nail holes into the client's roof?

@american236 7 ай бұрын

You didn’t show us how to install the roof anchor.

@SpencerClaeys 7 ай бұрын

I almost never install one I always try and work WITH the roof

@RogerPack 9 ай бұрын

With such a big building, are you scared that if you fell off the edge you'd actually still slide your rope down the gutter to the middle and still hit the ground? Though I guess you might be standing upright at that point...or maybe the ground is far enough away the rope would still catch you...

@Luke-Matthew 9 ай бұрын

You are correct, with such a big roof there should be more than one anchor point. However I don’t think he’d hit the ground but someone would have to come to his rescue as he’d be stuck hanging over the edge. It is hassle to install tie downs when you’re trying to make a quick buck. He should consider talking to his clients about installing permanent anchors so he can work on their roofs safely in the futures

@turdferguson8151 8 ай бұрын

@@Luke-Matthewthis is something I'm interested in for my roof, do you recommend any certain type of permanent anchor?

@man_vs_life 6 ай бұрын

Permanent anchor points are a fantasy as they need to be certified annually by a qualified person. No homeowner is going that.

@loboxx337 2 ай бұрын

Never seen a roofer that looks like this guy, at 100 degrees people like him are in the backyard pool, while Hispanics are on his roof roofing. Try roofing the house's second story Jack.

@ultra_ridge7 14 күн бұрын

Get cougar paws so you don’t have to worry about tripping over the rope

@2005JSean 13 күн бұрын

You're showing how to safely do things, but swinging on a one anchor point and walking way out with that line at a very long hypotenuse angle. Think about it...If you fell off the edge, the rope will slip on the gutter that entire length of rope till it gets taught at 90 where the anchor is to catch you. So you're potentially giving yourself enough slack to fall and hit the ground before the line is taught and your prusik/harness grabs. You need to anchor at two points. It will also protect you if you fell off peak, or even fell off the opposite side. The rope line two anchor will catch you either way.

@stephenellenberger850 Жыл бұрын

Steeper it is the more expensive it is

@thatscrazy1762 Ай бұрын

That blower is going to fall

@nrdvjr Жыл бұрын

Jake Paul is really a talented dude

@iditarod4081 Ай бұрын

How do you use a roof anchor without putting holes in the roof? You just ruined a 20'000$ roof.

@d3us3xmach1na5 7 күн бұрын

You put it under the shingle behind the tar line. It ruins nothing.

@terrysuderman5131 2 ай бұрын

That’s about a 5 12. Not really steep, I’ve been a roof labourer fer a while. The steepest I’ve been on is a 8/12 pitch.

@SpencerClaeys 2 ай бұрын

I've been on a 12/12. No reason not to be safe when you're up on any roof.

@stephanietrapasso1447 2 ай бұрын

And you're wearing hiking boots on an asphalt shingle roof? What! Soft smooth ruber soles are what professional roofers wear. I did.

@shawnglover2368 Жыл бұрын

Hey man, I'm bout to quit doing doordash and start my my company. Can I work for you for free for a few days to get experience and maybe you can toss me some costumers.

@jollyranch1026 Жыл бұрын

Yes you can bro

@maddierosemusic Жыл бұрын

So you think Spencer will train you for free, and then give away some of his customers? That's not how it works.

@jejemon123 Жыл бұрын

I know someone who broke his back fell on a roof. He is in pain for the rest of his life, he cant even work and loss everything because of it. Working on top of the roof is not for everyone.

@SpencerClaeys Жыл бұрын

True yup. Be careful out there

@mikkelnielsen888 Жыл бұрын

Birds should clean roofs instead of poopin on them :D

@RogerPack 9 ай бұрын

Safety gear yes/no?

@CorryGal 7 ай бұрын

@@RogerPack Maybe. Depends.

@DippedInTheSauce Жыл бұрын

Before giving advice on any safety, you should really learn how to set up a ladder properly my friend. 4:1 ratio

@SpencerClaeys Жыл бұрын

Ladder was just fine my guy but I appreciate the help

@JeroyW Жыл бұрын

we properly saw him finish the job safely

@Mark-gr3ii Жыл бұрын

Enjoy watching your videos. I live in NC on the coast near the Cape Fear river and have installed zinc bars near the peaks theory is washes down roof when rains but in practice not effective. Zinc powder is a new one to me , old dogs CAN learn new tricks 😬. I was a residential roofer for 34 years and worked on hundreds of steep pitched roofs and i have to agree with Alex M on your ladder setup. Quick guide is to stand in front of the ladder with the toe of your boot up against the feet and hold your arms straight out with hands gripping the ladder, if your arms are bent at elbow, it's too steep to climb safely. If they are straight and perpendicular to the ground your good to go. Level ground on a working jobsite does not exist! Take the time to level out where you set up. Don't just stuff something under one of the feet Great advice to harness up and tie off. Compliance in a can cost under $200, get the harness, fall arrest lead line, safety line, roof anchor and a device that lets you adjust the length of line between you and anchor point. Tied off with 40 ft of line and its 30ft to the ground = one seriously injured / dead roofer. Only takes ONE slip!