Remove all screws or nails connecting the frame of the ladder to the surrounding attic joists.
How to install an attic drop down ladder.
How to install an attic ladder.
Mark rough opening of new fold down staircase on the ceiling joists in the attic.
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A step by step process to remove the old attic ladder and install a new one.
Grab the top of the stringers and squeeze them in until the slide bars on the header guide frame slip into the channel grooves on the outside of the stringers.
At menard s the average attic ladder retails for 85 to 200.
Install the pull rope on the ladder assembly by threading the rope through the hole in the door.
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Ladders are typically made from an economical wood steel or lightweight aluminum with wood often being the cheapest option.
Now install the top three stair treads.
Once in position the person below will hand the stair up to the person in the attic who ll position it into place.
One person needs to be in the attic and the other person down below.
Drill holes through foot and ladder rail and secure with the bolts provided.
Once you get it where you need it lower it back down onto the temporary supports.
Stand the assembled staircase in the opening and have someone support the base as you climb up part way.
Use a reciprocating saw to cut joists and nails holding any joists that must be removed.
Slide the foot over the ladder rail and check that each foot is flush with the floor.
Extend ladder to the floor and add adjustable feet.