Firefighters use a folding style attic ladder usually in 8, 10, 12 foot models. They are very sturdy but still light. They fold together to become very skinny for transport (beam to beam, rungs are hinged) but you still have to deal with the length. Just another option to consider. I have been happy with my 17 ft little giant but thought about adding this style folding ladder for its compact size and its weight.
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Hey fellas,im the “new kid on the block” just started purchasing tools to get my business off the ground…I researched ladders online and watched numerous youtube videos for a couple of weeks. I finally puchased the werner 21’ , I was concerned about the safety,something compact to haul in any vehicle, and as I have a minimal startup budget,affordable.
Long story short…used it to inspect my own attic and it was perfect. I live in a 3 story townhouse so I had to carry it up 2 flights of stairs and thinkin, it could be a little “lighter”,other than than that, I think it should serve as the only ladder that I need to haul around.
The Canadian Air Force Carries on all the Hercules Planes a Little Giant Ladder.
Roy your advice and phone call are definitely steering me in that direction.
You are a great source of advice and knowledge and we are all lucky to have you to consult with.
Thanks again.
Thanks Mike I am just one more who tries to share and help.
I am glad we have many great Homies who do the same thing .
Well I sure have appreciated all the help you have given me over the years. Always unsolicited and always helpful 
I 'll second the sentiment on Roy. Also the LG is good, mine is the 20 (21?) I cant remember, but it gets me everywhere i’ve needed to be…very stable, but it aint cheap.
An important thing to consider too is ladder maintenance and periodic inspection. I check the rungs of my Gorilla ladder at welds for cracks or damage and lubricate when needed. The same goes for the telescoping ladders as they require maintenance when the tabs begin to stick using compressed air and silicone.
I think what happens is we get so used to going up on roofs and attics that sometimes we throw caution to the wind. I know I’ve done that and have taken a couple spills for it too but with no real injury other than my pride.
Last year I was using my telescoping ladder to push an attic hatch out of the way as I described before but the hatch got hung up a little. My ladder was between the hatch and wood trim but it was extended up enough or so I thought. When I got up to the hatch the ladder gave way as it was only resting on the wood trim and nothing solid. My ladder came crashing down and as I hit the garage floor I did a tuck and roll. I was lucky to not get hurt but it was loud, the hatch was broken and the buyer was wide eyed.
Lesson learned on that one.
This is the reason you should not be using a telescopic ladder to get into that type of access. That could of been a very bad situation. If the hatch is in the middle of a room, I will get a second ladder. Use the “A” frame step ladder to move the hatch and then proceed to a extension ladder to get right into the attic. More work moving the ladders around, but my safety comes first over everything.
Thanks Troy that was going to be my first question… 
Dont risk your life for $300 its not worth it.
No doubt cubscout.