Step 1 · Safety First: Prepare for Roof Work

Before any work begins, your absolute priority is safety. Dress in sturdy, non-slip footwear. Wear work gloves to protect your hands and safety glasses to protect your eyes. Set up an extension ladder on firm, level ground, extending it at least 3 feet above the roofline for safe transition. Ensure the ladder is set at a proper 4-to-1 angle (for every 4 feet of height, the base should be 1 foot away from the wall). Have a spotter on the ground to stabilize the ladder and provide assistance. For moderate-pitch roofs, a safety harness anchored to a secure point on the roof is strongly recommended. Place your tools in a bucket or tool bag that you can safely carry or haul up with a rope once you are on the roof.

Tools and Materials

BUCKET BOSS Bucketeer 5 Gal. Bucket Tool Storage Organizer 10056Shoes For Crews Men's Stride Slip Resistant Athletic Shoes - Soft Toe - Black Size 10.5(M) 29464-S10HWork GlovesSafety GlassesROPE LOGIC 1/2 in. x 8 ft. Wire Core Swivel Snap Green Flipline 21485XTEND+CLIMB 10.5 ft. Aluminum Telescoping Extension Ladder (14.5 Reach Height), 250 lbs. Load Capacity ANSI Type 1 Duty Rating 760P+XPOSE SAFETY Canvas Heavy-Duty 8 ft. W X 12 ft. L Green 10 oz. Tarp CTG10-812-X