Pull down the stairs and switch on the attic light.
Attic door spring broke.
Ask the assistant to lift the steps and close the stairs.
Repairing an attic ladder spring is simple.
The arm on that side looks like it s bent out.
There are 3 hooks so the spring can be pulled to the best one.
I figure i should replace both of them and.
It s similar to the one shown.
The spring is 9 1 2 not counting the loops which are 3 4 each the diameter is 3 4 and there are 72 coils.
If the springs are worn rusted loose or broken the integrity of the entire device is seriously compromised and an immediate repair is necessary.
If an attic light is not installed carry a flashlight into the attic.
On one side the spring always comes off its bracket when the door opens.
An attic stair which is actually more of a ladder is a fairly simple apparatus consisting of a folding series of steps attached to a door.