Types of flagpole you may find on top of a building or on the ground-here is a detailed list that might come in useful

It is extremely common to find a flagpole on top of a building. Flags can be indicators of patriotism, national allegiance, or simply attractive to look at. Sometimes you may even require the services of a flagpole climber to install the flag, however most of the time it is worth it. Here are some of the different types of flagpole on top of a building you may find as well as types you may find installed on the ground.

1.      In ground flagpoles- These flagpoles are installed using a ground sleeve or a foundation sleeve, or using a shoe base with external bolts. Ground set installations are the strongest as well as the most common type of installation. Shoe base installations are often used when above ground installation. This includes flagpoles installed on a roof top or an existing concrete foundation.

2.      Outrigger flagpoles- Outrigger flagpoles are typically mounted to a building facade with a bracket and thru-wall bolts or using bolts with expansion shields. They are usually found in cities were space is a problem.

3.      Nautical flagpoles-As the name suggests, this type of flagpoles incorporate a nautical theme. They incorporate either a single shaft and yarndarm or a double mast design. Their mounting heights can go from 25’ to 80’.

4.      Vertical Wall Mount flagpoles-These flagpoles are similar in many ways to outrigger flagpoles. The main difference is that they are mounted vertically.

5.      An external Halyard flagpole incorporates a flagpole trucks on top of the flagpole with an exposed pulley. External Halyard Systems are available with both a stationary or rotating/revolving truck.

Those are some of the commonly used flagpoles. Keep in mind that chances are that they may require you to use the services of a flagpole climber. Maintenance of the flag might also be difficult. However it would be rewarding to be able to see the flag fly in all its glory. There are a number of plus points to having a flagpole installed, and using it to fly a flag. It is important to make an informed decision about the flagpole as well as the flag before deciding which one to install.