Stepladder Height Selection
 

Average Heights of Typical 1 and 2 Story Homes
Maximum Reach Suitable Stepladder*
7ft 3ft
8ft 4ft
9ft 5ft
11ft 6ft
12ft 7ft
14ft 8ft
16ft 10ft
18ft 14ft
20ft 16ft
 
*Assumes a 5'6" person with a 12 inch vertical reach.