A step by step process to remove the old attic ladder and install a new one.
How to install a drop down attic ladder.
Attach these pieces to the end of the ladder with screws.
Measure the length from the floor to the bottom of the ladder.
Ensure the hinge side is on the correct end.
Once you get it where you need it lower it back down onto the temporary supports.
Pull the cable across the small pulley and down to the cable holder mounted to the door.
One person needs to be in the attic and the other person down below.
A drop down folding attic ladder unobtrusively provides easy access to the attic.
Hook the cable end onto the holder.
Reach up to one of the spring drums grab the cable closest to the header and carefully pull it out.
Once in position the person below will hand the stair up to the person in the attic who ll position it into place.
How to install an attic ladder.
One person should be in the attic and one person should be on the lower floor.
Open the attic ladder until it is fully extended.
Leading with the hinge side of the ladder lift the ladder assembly up into the opening using the temporary support boards as a guide.
Cut 2 pieces of 2x4 lumber to the correct length to reach the floor.