A blue telehandler staged in the parking lot of a commercial low-slope building before its roof is replaced.

Telehandler

Equipment - A telehandler is a lift machine with an extendable boom that roofing crews use to load materials and manage debris around steep and hard-to-reach roofs.

Why Are Telehandlers Used in Roofing Projects

Roofing crews use telehandlers when materials need to be lifted to a roof that cannot be safely reached with hand-loading or shorter equipment.

The extra reach is important on steep and multi-story roofs. A telehandler can place materials close to where the crew needs them, eliminating the need to carry bundles up ladders or across steep slopes.

Telehandlers are also used to manage debris produced during tear-off. On steep and multi-story roofs, debris can fall with enough force to damage gutters, landscaping and property below; lifting a dumpster or container near the roof edge helps prevent debris from reaching the ground.

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Further Reading

What to Expect When Replacing a Steep-Slope Roof (8:12 and Above)
Telehandlers are often used to load material and manage debris on roofs with an 8:12 pitch or greater.

What Equipment Is Needed for Multifamily Roofing Projects?
Telehandlers may be used in conjunction with Equipters and boom lifts from the distributor. Learn how those pieces come together on multifamily projects.

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