The only problem I have with ladders is the weight of that "Little Giant". I think the damn thing weighs as much as me, but it is safer than my 7' aluminum freeway find. Living in a mobile home park makes it a constant pruning issue with trees. Unlike some, I try to contain my garden messes to my lot. When I can't do it anymore, I'll find a nice Apt. with a sunny balcony/patio.