The old adage out of sight out of mind is quite fitting for retractable attic stairs when folded up not in use you don t see them and probably don.
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If they are loose tighten them up as much as possible using either a wrench or screwdriver depending on your attic ladder model s attachment type.
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Remove any trim or hardware around the existing attic opening verify that the opening is in good repair and double check your measurements to ensure you ve purchased the correct ladder size.
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Replace broken attic door springs alone and under 3 minutes you also can remove the bolts at bottom of the arm where it is connected to the steps and follow.
If the framing of the opening is faulty you re going to need a strong helper with framing experience to help determine if the door needs to be removed first.
I would do 2 things first buy a step ladder so you can get into the attic work on this job and then get negative air pressure in there by putting in a fan in the gable vent.
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Lowe s will coordinate your attic ladder installation service to remove your old attic ladder handle your new attic stair installation and haul away the old unit.
Install the support boards with the deck screws to each header end of the opening according to the manufacturer s instructions.
Inspect the brackets at the door hinge where the springs attach to the attic door frame.
They typically serve only to provide access to inspect the attic or to add insulation.
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