Ladders for Stair Use | Level-EZE Automatic Stair Leveling Safety

A ladder adapted for stair use is often called a staircase ladder or stair ladder. In professional settings, the safest approach is to retrofit any standard aluminum or fiberglass ladder with an automatic leveling device like Level-EZE®, which meets all ANSI standards and eliminates the need for improvised leveling methods such as blocks or hole-digging.

Extension ladders, stepladders, combination ladders, and platform ladders — in both aluminum and fiberglass — can all be used safely on stairs when fitted with an automatic leveling system. The Level-EZE® leveler is compatible with all these ladder types and adjusts up to 9.5 inches to accommodate stair rises, slopes, and uneven surfaces.

The Level-EZE® adds approximately 4–5 lbs to your ladder, significantly less than manual levelers which typically weigh 8–11 lbs. The total leveler assembly weighs 9.5 lbs. This minimal weight addition helps reduce fatigue and lower the risk of back injuries for workers who reposition ladders frequently throughout the day.

No. The Level-EZE® is engineered to not affect the ladder's duty rating when properly installed per UL recommendations, including cutting the bottom rung to maintain original manufactured length. Most major manufacturers, including Werner, acknowledge that proper installation does not void the ladder warranty.

Installation takes approximately 25 minutes. Installation instructions and step-by-step video guides are available on YouTube for first-time installers. Professional field installation is also available through ladder and tool distributors for a small fee, and factory installation is offered by major manufacturers including Werner, Louisville, and Bauer.

The Level-EZE® is designed for stairs, slopes, rooftops, curbs, gravel, dirt, hillsides, driveways, and other uneven terrain. It adjusts in 3/16-inch increments up to 9.5 inches. In dusty environments, pressurized air or water cleaning is recommended. In icy or snowy conditions, the unit should be inspected and warmed before use.