Measure the rough opening of the attic staircase and match it to find a suitable replacement.
How to replace attic pull down stairs.
Remove the springs from the old attic staircase by bending the metal arms forward to release the tension.
An assistant to help.
Fold the attic ladder completely then push it up and back into the attic until the front clears the lip of the temporary 1 by 4 strip.
Repeat for the other side if necessary.
Take the replacement spring s and hook one end into the ring on the bracketed end.
You ll then use the ceiling joists to determine the final location.
Next using an electric drill pop a screw up through the drywall in the ceiling as a reference point so that when you go up in the attic you ll be able to locate it and find the general location of the attic stair.
Bring the ladder down through the hole.
Things that would increase prices include removal of an existing set of stairs structural modifications and the moving of wiring air ducts and piping.
Pull the opposite end so that you are able to hook it onto the folding metal arm.
Your attic ladder should be counterbalanced again just as if it were new.
Using a reciprocating saw cut off the metal hinges of the staircase.
Steps for replacing attic stairs.