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Ladders can be intimidating if you're not experienced with them, and while ladders do come with some risk, they're much safer than climbing on counters or wobbly furniture to get the height you want.

We chose the Werner 28-Foot Fiberglass Extension Ladder as our top pick because it is tall enough to reach most second-story gutters, is safer to use around electrical hazards, and boasts a heavy-duty ...