Only remove metal hardware from one side of the stairs at a time or the entire contraption may come apart.
													
																	How to replace drop down attic stairs. 
									
	
		
	
																	Attach 1 by 4 inch strips along the front and back sides. 
																	Determine the area where you want to place your stairs. 
																	Once you re in the attic locate the screw. 
																	How to replace a drop down attic ladder 1. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	Extend the attic folding ladder until it touches the floor. 
																	Next using an electric drill pop a screw up through the drywall in the ceiling. 
																	Using a reciprocating saw cut off the metal hinges of the staircase. 
																	Pry loose the trim around the ladder hole opening with a pry bar. 
															
													
									
	
		
	
																	If the attic stairs are in a state of extreme disrepair replace them. 
																	Remove the springs from the old attic staircase by bending the metal arms forward to release the tension. 
																	Cutting and bracing a new hole. 
																	Steps for replacing attic stairs.