After completing my addition, I now find that the only way to get on my roof is to go purchase a 32' extension ladder (maybe). I may need to go even more, but the fact that I ONLY need it to clean out a set of gutters.
The fact that I have no trees around my house means that some other objects usually are blocking the gutters. I have found tennis balls, tennis shoes, newspapers, drink cans... did I mention I have children? :)
Anyway, considering the cost of a ladder that I am only going to use twice a year at most, I have no reason to buy a 40' ladder. On the other hand, it is a major PITA to go to "insert rental place here" to get a ladder.
Has anyone just gone and installed an access hatch to the roof? I know it means a hole in the roof, but properly installed, I cannot believe it to be any worse than a power vent or skylight.
Comments?