Frequently Asked Questions
-Fire Escape / Emergency Ladder
Couldn´t I just buy a rope ladder ? It´s way cheaper...
It might be better than nothing. But if you´ve ever tried one of these, you´ll know that they´re very instabile, which means a much slower and risky descending. Not suitable for children.
Rope that has been lying for years might be subject to decomposition. Accidents have happened because the rope has teared. Moreover the rope ladder has to be lying in the window all the time in order to be easy accessible.
Can I install it myself ?
Yes you can. If you´re a competent handy person and have the right tools and tall ladder. Just follow our instructions.
Can the Modum ladder be installed on every building ?
On most buildings. It requires a more or less even wall without too large protrusions/obstacles from the exit window down to the ground. We´re here to help you- contact us for guidance.
Does the ladder need maintenance ?
No. However we do recommend that the ladder is checked at least once a year. Pull out the release pin and open the ladder. Maybe take the opportunity to rehearse an evacuation with the family at the same time, and familiarise everybody with the operation of the ladder.
In what area do you install ?
We install in the Greater Manchester area. However occasionally we do installations outside this area depending on location and size of the job; or if we have several orders in the same area. Ask us.
Can the ladder be misused by burglars ?
No. The placement of the release pin next to the exit windows ensures that the Modum ladder can not be opened by unauthorized people on the ground level.
Can the ladder be operated by children/elderly people ?
Yes indeed.