No More Stepladders! Using Reachers in Your Home

Imagine this: You’re balancing on a wobbly stool, stretching on tiptoes to grab that elusive jar from the top shelf. Sound familiar? For many, the hassle and hazards of stepladders and stools are all too real. Reachers offer a practical way to grab items that are hard to reach. They’re lightweight, portable, and designed to make everyday tasks more manageable. Today we will go over the practical uses for reachers and how you can practically eliminate the need for stepladders or stools in your home. 

The Problem with Stepladders 

• Safety Risks - Climbing stepladders is a common cause of household injuries. In fact, over 500,000 people are treated for ladder-related accidents in the United States each year. 

•  Inconvenience - Stepladders are often heavy, bulky, and awkward to store. They take up space and require effort to set up and move around. For quick tasks, they’re more hassle than they’re worth. 

• Accessibility Challenges - Not everyone can use a ladder. For individuals with mobility issues, climbing isn’t just inconvenient – it’s sometimes completely impossible. 

How Reachers Solve Everyday Challenges 

• Ease of Use - Reachers are incredibly user-friendly. They’re lightweight, easy to handle, and require no setup. Most reachers feature a simple “trigger” design that you just squeeze with your hand. 

• No More Climbing - By eliminating the need to climb, reachers significantly reduce the risk of falls and injuries. These tools come in a variety of sizes, so its easy to get the right length for you and your needs. 

• Versatility - From picking up a dropped sock to retrieving items from high shelves, reachers are perfect for a wide range of tasks. Their versatility makes them a must-have tool for every home. 

Everyday Uses for Reachers in Your Home 

Reachers can be used for virtually anything within and around your home. Use it to reach something high on a shelf, down low behind a cabinet, or anywhere in between. You can even use it outside to help in the garage or pick up yard debris. Want more ideas? Check out our blog post: 5 other surprising uses for your raecher beyond picking things up.

Tips for Choosing the Right Reacher 

• Length - Choose a reacher that matches your needs. Longer models are ideal for high shelves, while shorter ones are great for close-up tasks. ArcMate features tools as small as 20” and as long as 144”.  
  • 20" tools are great for use in the car, 32" tools are perfect for picking up items from the ground, and 40" - 48" tools are great for use while riding mowers or tractors. Longer reachers can be used to reach into ponds, or up high on flag poles. The possibilities are endless!

• Outdoor vs. Indoor – Some reachers are better suited for indoor use, while others are better suited for outdoor use, and some can be used in either condition. Depending on what you’ll be using your tool for, find the right solution depending on where you’ll use it most. 
  • Our indoor use tools use blue silicone cups, which are best for indoor use because they do not smell or leave scuffs, and they are food-grade temperature resistant up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Our outdoor use tools use black EPDM rubber cups, which are best for outdoor use because they are long lasting and withstand the sun's UV rays better than the silicone ones.

• Collapsible – Some reachers have the ability to collapse for easy storage. Some people prefer to have a tool that doesn’t collapse, while others prefer a tool that does. Our brand new 32” EZ Reacher, which comes in a convenient 2-pack, allows the tool to collapse for easy storage. Keep one in your home and one in your garage! 

• Locking Cups – The ability to lock the cups of your reacher could be very beneficial. Our EZ Reacher Indoor Deluxe model features a locking mechanism so you can carry items within the cups without needing to constantly keep pressure on the trigger. 

Conclusion 

Say goodbye to the hassle of stepladders and hello to the convenience of reachers. These practical tools offer a safer, more efficient way to tackle everyday tasks, making them an essential addition to any home. Whether you’re organizing your kitchen, cleaning your yard, or managing mobility challenges, reachers provide the perfect solution. 

So why climb when you can reach? Embrace the safety, versatility, and ease of reachers today and discover a smarter way to handle life’s little challenges. What’s your favorite way to use your reacher indoors?