Yes, i provide attic ladder installation (your ladder) in central Indiana, so let me take care of your attic storage problems. You will be much safer not using that rickety step ladder. When i install your ladder, the legs are straight! That means NO crooked ladder.
Installing Attic Stairs makes taking down and putting up those holiday decorations much nicer too. Life is easier! I serve Indianapolis and surrounding towns and cities (areas served).
“How much does it cost for attic ladder installation?
It depends on the ladder you buy at the big box store. The cost for an attic ladder with installation can vary between $ 730.00 and $ 1000.00.
Labor cost for Attic Ladder installation—
“For ceiling height of 10 feet or less”
$ 499.00 labor cost for Standard opening width (22 1/2 inches between joists) or existing wider opening (No joists have to be cut). Add $99.00 for a brand new opening (none exists now or we can’t use the existing opening). Includes trim around the opening (see above photo). Add $80.00 for us to remove and dispose of existing ladder. NOTE: We do not install FAKRO brand ladders.
$ 850.00 labor cost to cut joists for a Wider opening width (25 inches between joists). If you have a truss system, we cannot make a wider opening. Includes trim around opening.
“For ceiling height of more than 10 feet” – I will install it but i DO NOT recommend a folding ladder with tall ceilings. The ladder becomes difficult to operate, even for a 6 foot tall person. A retractable ladder may work better for you.
On site quote given for labor cost for Standard opening width (No joists have to be cut). A longer, more expensive folding attic stair is required for ceilings over 10 feet 3 inches (depends on the brand) and usually has to be special ordered.
On site quote given for labor cost for Wider opening width (joists have to be cut).
——–Attic ladder checklist is at bottom of page——–
Note: Wider opening is not available if your attic framing has “trusses” for support. You will have to use a ladder for a standard opening (fits between the joists). Call 317-207-4668 for more information.
Old wooden Attic Stairs
If you still have an old wooden ladder, you’re no doubt familiar with those big, creaking springs. When you folded it up and let go of the rope, the door slams shut and blows dust everywhere!
Attic Ladders-Here and Now
Choices today are-
- Wood
- Aluminum
- Telescoping
- Scissors
Wooden stairs and their cost
They typically cost less than the aluminum and other styles.
- Ladder cost runs $200.00 to 250.00 for the standard duty (up to 250 pounds capacity)
- $280.00 to 350.00 for heavy duty (up to 350 pounds capacity)
You can buy them to fit “in between” your attic joists (22 1/2 inch opening) or go even wider (25 or 30 inches). The extra width makes it easier to get in and out of the attic. If you do go wider, the joists will have to be cut and “framed” or “boxed” in. This adds some time and cost to the attic ladder installation. Remember though, if your attic has truss supports you will have to use a ladder that fits in between the joists.
Aluminum stairs are lighter (easier to operate)
These can be purchased at the big box stores and do cost a bit more than the standard duty wooden units.
- Aluminum ladder cost runs $240.00 to 375.00 (up to 375 pounds)
Another bonus of the aluminum type is that most use a gas cylinder setup for closing. It’s quieter and smoother. Like the wooden type, you can get them to fit a wider opening (25 or 30 inches) but again, this will add to the installation cost.
Checklist for ladder selection
- Measure from floor to ceiling. This determines what size ladder to get. If your ceiling is over 10 feet 6 inches high, you will have to use a longer attic stair, which adds about 150.00 to the cost.
- Standard width? If yes, you want the one that fits in between most ceiling joists (22 1/2 inches)
- Wood or aluminum? Either one will do the job. Aluminum is a bit lighter and easier to operate.
- Standard duty or Heavy duty? Standard will support up to 250 pounds. Heavy duty will support up to 350 to 375 pounds.
- Don’t know which brand Attic ladder to buy? The major brands are Keller, Louisville, Century, Werner.
- Purchase ladder. If buying locally and it won’t fit in your vehicle, i can pick it up for you on the scheduled installation day.
If you would like help in selecting the right ladder or want to schedule an attic ladder installation, just call 317-207-4668. You can also click on the contact link below….