How To Install An Attic Ladder DIY

How To Install An Attic Ladder DIY
Make the most of all of that space in your roof with an attic ladder. Whether you already have an existing cavity in your roof or need to create a new one, this video will show you how to safely frame and install a ladder to suit your needs.
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[@doublecomplex4741]

I like that you showed the same footage from above and below !

[@lawdog516]

Great video, knowing my luck, I would have to attach a sign to the pull down rope stating “UNPLUG GARAGE DOOR OPENER” !!! LOL

[@ifiwooddesigns]

Love your videos because I can relate. I’m actually looking into installing an attic ladder and glad your video came out right on time. For all the time, material and measurements, you can’t beat the price. Thanks and keep up the great work.

[@charlesstone4952]

Great demonstration, Daniel! Very helpful! Thank you!

[@josephward8753]

That's why they call 'em 'Hammer Drills' great idea to use the rolling scaffold two!

[@ironeagle22a]

1x4 support blocks screwed into the joists at the ends to hold the attic ladder in place until you square it works too. You know, like the manufacturers recommend.

[@kenbred46]

That's what I did. That way you don't need someone in the attic upon raising it into place.

[@michaelmarusic8499]

👍🏻nice job. Thanks!!!

[@chuckb.5076]

Well done. Thanks

[@pareyes72]

Smooth installation, Great Job.

[@paulsccna2964]

At 12:28, that is a pro tip. Cut it just a bit long.

[@AllyWhite]

Great tutorial!

[@gcp3339]

great job brother thank u

[@marquiswashington9889]

Very helpful

[@remushaynes2693]

something i did (you did not mention nor the instructions) cut the legs 1/8 inch longer to relieve pressure on the ladder. worked great for me. i typed and then you said and did it...................g

[@dannyl2598]

Thanks. You could wire a plunger switch to the attic door that kills the power to the garage door opener, and if you use a double throw switch you could even have it turn on the attic lights at the same time.

[@muxxor9492]

Good you got one with springs the pneumatic ones start to sag after several years. If your garage door has safety sensors at the bottom that use a beam. You can try to disconnect the sensor wire on the back of the lift and put a normally open switch in series between the safety sensor and the lift. Mount the switch on the frame of the ladder somewhere so when the ladder is closed the switch will be pushed in and closed also completing the circuit. This should disable the garage door when the ladder is down.

[@Merescat]

Like a door jamb light switch, use that idea to switch the power for the garage door opener

[@achempel46]

Bring the ladder access up with you install temporary supports2x4 under neath and lay the ladder on them shim and drive in screws however it's a good idea to have someone under to guide it flush as you did

[@katiegodfrey9425]

thanks for this video, I love how you talk to your wife very sweet.

[@wobby1516]

You made a bit of hard work for yourself ! That’s not a criticism its a fact as I’ve fitted many of these on my own. First I take the complete assembly up into the roof space then I screw two battens up against the ceiling across the opening near to each end, that’s the support for you ladder assembly and will assure its flush to the ceiling. Then simple drop the ladder assembly into place and screw four temporary screw to hold it. Drop the ladder climb down and check all is aligned and the hatch closes ok.

[@jesusalfrb]

My dads installed those alone but the 30” ones. You install the casing first and nail from bottom. Ima be alone tomorrow finishing up a house and I’m going to try and install it alone. Wish me luck

[@zonedout5998]

The 2 - 2x4s you installed for the rough opening, would it be ok to screw those two sistering boards together?

[@flagmichael]

I'm glad I watched this... I am the only person in the household with a lift limit above 10 lbs.! I have a manly friend I can recruit.

[@oldshield]

the measuring tool you were using do you have a link?

[@prof1ist]

Where did you get that retractable pencil holder

[@Shadi2]

Installing an attic ladder magically changes your electrical safety requirements for that attic. Only a big deal if you have to sell the house; usually people uninstall the ladder rather than fix the electrical issues. Not to mention the inspector checking if the ladder is fire rated, but that can be resolved with fire rated paint and a sticker.

[@ChristopherLionRoars]

Do you have lock out tag out for garage door

[@DanielWoodell]

I lift up the operation switch that’s on the wall when I have the stairway down, Technically doesn’t fallow lockout tag out and no there’s no physical disconnect, so yes there is a danger but I do just deal with it

[@entrepreneur724]

Total install time?

[@david020218]

Is that a hammer drill? 3:03

[@ENJAYALLDAY57]

Can you mount attic stairs running the opposite way ? Running perpendicular to the joists? Z

[@Ruben-il5xc]

great vid but actually it could easily be a one man job

[@josephharrington3530]

Every tool there is doubles as a hammer

[@samueljames9342]

Wouldn't hurt to install a limit switch that cuts power to the garage door opener when it's open. Just saying. Otherwise I liked the video.

[@st8kout961]

Everyone says you need 2 people. Go buy a Block & Tackle pulley system ($20-$30) on Amazon, to not only hoist the assembly up into the attic, but also to hold it in place while you fasten it down. Easy peasy. You'll probably need to temporarily nail a 2x4 between the roof rafters and over the hole, to attach one end of the pulley. You might even want to leave it in place for future use in case you need to lift a heavy/bulky box into the attic.

[@azadazadsingh4586]

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