Drill holes through foot and ladder rail and secure with the bolts provided.
How to install an attic folding ladder.
Remove existing attic stairs with a reciprocating saw.
Mark rough opening of new fold down staircase on the ceiling joists in the attic.
Cut out the framing around existing hatchway opening with a reciprocating saw.
Extend ladder to the floor and add adjustable feet.
Look for cracks or bends in metal ladders and splits bends or warps on wooden ladders.
Tie ladder sections together to keep them from separating.
Installing a pull down attic ladder is essential for safer easier access to your attic.
Attach temporary support boards to keep the ladder.
Cut around ceiling trim with a utility knife.
Check the attic ladder for any damage prior to installation.
Slide the foot over the ladder rail and check that each foot is flush with the floor.
Use a reciprocating saw to cut joists and nails holding any joists that must be removed.
Remove trim surrounding existing opening using a hammer.
Don t remove the plastic straps that hold the ladder sections together.