What your attic probably does not have is a set of code compliant stairs.
Attic access height.
Attic stairs are suitable for obtaining easy unobstructed access to small attic or storage areas.
To convert your attic to living space you cannot provide access via a ladder.
They handle a load capacity of up to 350 lb and have a ceiling height range up to 10 ft to 12 ft.
Your attic may presently have a fixed ladder a pull down ladder or no ladder at all.
Included metal strap makes installation quick and simple.
Browse a selection of attic ladders from grainger.
30 in x 56 5 in folding steel attic ladder with 350 lbs.
Fakro lmp 30x56 5 steel attic ladder 9 83 ft to 12 ft.
The 2012 international residential code requires an attic access opening for attics with an area greater than 30 square feet and a vertical height in excess of 30 inches.
Grooved steps provide maximum traction.
Buildings with combustible ceiling or roof construction shall have an attic access opening to attic areas that have a vertical height of 30 inches 762 mm or greater over an area of not less than 30 square feet 2 8 m 2 the vertical height shall be measured from the top of the ceiling framing members to the underside of the roof framing members.