About Yellow Cal
Yellow Cal helps you pick a ladder that fits the job and the house you have. We're an independent guide, so we don't make or sell ladders.
Our guides are for homeowners, DIYers and anyone who needs to change a bulb, paint a room or reach a high shelf. We keep the words plain and the advice tied to real heights and ratings.
What we cover
We cover step ladders and step stools, platform ladders, telescoping ladders and multi-position ladders that work on stairs. We look at brands like Louisville Ladder, Little Giant, DeWalt, KINGRACK and LANBITOU.
You'll find height guides for each job, duty rating basics, setup and care help, and reviews of single models that buyers pick most often.
How we put a guide together
We read the specs, duty ratings and maker information for every ladder we cover. We also look at what owners often report after using one.
Then we write it up as plain picks and side-by-side comparisons. Our How we research page explains each step.
What we don't do
We don't claim to have tested every ladder ourselves. When we pick one, we tell you why, based on its specs, its rating and buyer feedback.
No brand pays us to rank its products. We aren't affiliated with Louisville Ladder, Little Giant, DeWalt, KINGRACK or any other ladder maker.
We don't call any ladder safe. We point you to the maker's label, the manual and the ANSI duty rating, because those are what count when you climb.
How the site earns money
Some links on this site go to stores like Amazon. If you buy through one, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
That never changes our picks. Our affiliate disclosure has the details.
Get in touch
Found a mistake or have a question about a guide? Reach us on our contact page.