Remove the springs from the old attic staircase by bending the metal arms forward to release the tension.
How to replace panel on attic drop down stairs.
Examine all the nuts and bolts grabbing them with your fingers and twisting to see if any are loose.
Attach 1 by 4 inch strips along the front and back sides of the.
If the springs are in bad shape it.
One person needs to be in the attic and the other person down below.
Inspect the brackets at the door hinge.
Once in position the person below will hand the stair up to the person in the attic who ll position it into place.
The springs are most relaxed when the attic ladder is in the stowed position.
Tighten loose nuts with an.
Steps for replacing attic stairs.
How to replace a drop down attic ladder.
How to repair an attic ladder spring.
Using a reciprocating saw cut off the metal hinges of the.
Measure the rough opening of the attic staircase and match it to find a suitable replacement.
Climb up into the attic.
Once you get it where you need it lower it back down onto the temporary supports.
Pull the stairs out into a completely lowered climbable position.
Pry loose the trim around the ladder hole opening with a pry bar.