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How to install a fold down attic ladder.
These units come completely framed with a folding sectional ladder which is designed to be installed inside of a ceiling opening.
Cut around ceiling trim with a utility knife.
Use a hacksaw if the ladder is metal and a wood saw if the ladder is wood images 2 and 3.
Installing an attic ladder or fold down stairway is a very doable diy project that can take just a few hours.
With a few tools additional supplies and the included instruction manuals you can install your new werner attic ladder.
If the ladder legs are too long fold the ladder at the lowest joint and measure from the hinge to the floor image 1.
Mark rough opening of new fold down staircase on the ceiling joists in the attic.
Most retractable attic ladders come as pre assembled kits that you can order for shipment to your house or pick up at a local building supply store.
Cut out the framing around existing hatchway opening with a reciprocating saw.
Unfold the lowest section of the ladder and cut the straight legs just enough for the feet to sit correctly on the floor.
Hook the cable end onto the holder.
An assistant to help.
Use the same procedure to connect the cable from the drum on the other side of the stair.
Reach up to one of the spring drums grab the cable closest to the header and carefully pull it out.
Pull the cable across the small pulley and down to the cable holder mounted to the door.
But there are several factors to weigh as you consider which ladder to buy.
Use a reciprocating saw to cut joists and nails holding any joists that must be removed.