Ladder Angle Calculator: Find the Safest Angle for Your Ladder

Free ladder angle calculator using the proven 4:1 ratio safety standard. Enter wall height and base distance to instantly verify your ladder is positioned at the safe 75-degree angle.

Ladder Angle Calculator

Calculate the optimal and safest angle for placing a ladder against a wall. Enter the height of the wall and the distance from the wall to the ladder base.

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Ladder Angle:
Please enter valid values
Required Ladder Length:Please enter valid values

Enter positive values to calculate safety

The ladder angle is calculated using the arctangent function:

angle = arctan(height / distance)
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