One person needs to be in the attic and the other person down below.
How to replace panel on attic drop down stairs.
The springs are most relaxed when the attic ladder is in the stowed position.
Shut the attic door once you and your partner are in the attic.
How to replace a drop down attic ladder.
Extend the attic folding ladder until it touches the floor.
Climb up into the attic.
Once in position the person below will hand the stair up to the person in the attic who ll position it into place.
Pry loose the trim around the ladder hole opening with a pry bar.
Steps for replacing attic stairs.
Using a reciprocating saw cut off the metal hinges of the.
If the springs are in bad shape it.
Attach 1 by 4 inch strips along the front and back sides of the.
Measure the rough opening of the attic staircase and match it to find a suitable replacement.
Remove the finishing nails and set the trim aside for re use.
Pull the stairs out into a completely lowered climbable position.
How to repair an attic ladder spring.
Once you get it where you need it lower it back down onto the temporary supports.
Remove the springs from the old attic staircase by bending the metal arms forward to release the tension.