An assistant to help.
How to replace attic pull down stairs.
Steps for replacing attic stairs.
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.
Measure the rough opening of the attic staircase and match it to find a suitable replacement.
Repeat for the other side if necessary.
Pull the opposite end so that you are able to hook it onto the folding metal arm.
Bring the ladder down through the hole.
Take the replacement spring s and hook one end into the ring on the bracketed end.
Labor cost to install pull down attic stairs.
Determine the area where you want to place your stairs.
Labor costs vary by individual or business and range from 240 to 425 for the entire project.
Your attic ladder should be counterbalanced again just as if it were new.
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.
Using a reciprocating saw cut off the metal hinges of the staircase.