It weighs 14 pounds, supports up to a 32-foot ladder and a 30-degree slope. It’s a bit pricey at $320 and $330 for the standard and heavy duty varieties and is available at the Thor-Stand website.

• Safe. The Little Giant Leveler meets or exceeds all applicable OSHA and ANSI standards. It is rated to hold 300 lbs as an extension ladder and as a true two-person, two-sided stepladder.

Best Leveler For slanted areas or for uneven surfaces, try using the LADDER ACCESSORIES 600C Ladder Leveler Pair. This is used for building materials and ladders.

So be careful. • To extend the ladder, first lay it on the ground with its feet braced against the house. Then raise the top end of the ladder and walk it upright hand over hand.