@ken larson,
Was the ladder just "Out there", or did you have to supply it?
I've often wanted to be able to carry a cheap, light ladder in my truck, 100% of the time. One that folds up, and can get me over fences, out of jail, etc!
I recently got to use one of those collapsible attic ladders to access someone's attic while doing an Elevation Certificate. I commented at the time to my helper that I thought it was pretty slick.