I've rented them twice, and will need one again this year. Second story house painting, sealing the small leak cause (loose screws/nails) on my pole barn, tree trimming, etc... I love 'em. 500 pound capacity, which includes occupant and equipment. They're a little "bouncy", but you get used to that. The rentals come with the safety harness. Roof repair requires you to bend down and reach through the cage - that's the only sketchy part for me. I've been looking at buying one or a "bucket truck" but haven't found one I can consider affordable for the amount I need one. Rental place is 45 mins away and I get it for 24 hours, which works for me.