Attic Stairs
 

We're looking for someone who will install aliuminum attic stairs.

Any suggestions or referrals?

Thanks!

We chose Alan Byer 352-205-7504 on recomendations we picked up here on TOTV. He did an excellent job and the only followup you'll have to do is paint what you'll see when the stairs are folded and in the upright position. If he will paint it on request, I don't know. We didn't ask!

We used Hill Gutters. 352-245-7462. Yep, the gutter guys. When the installed our gutters Mr. Hill said they did alot more than gutters. We told him we needed the attic stairs installed. They were out the next day, did the installation at a good price and did a great job of cleaning up after themselves.
I called them this year and asked to have a downspout re-directed. This downspout was one installed by the builder. Mr. Hill came out the next day and did the job. No charge. A real classy outfit to deal with.

We used Abshier(ASM) in Sumter Landing, excellent job, quick to get the job done, even sent someone out to inspect the work.

We used Tim the Toolman - Tim Miller... Phone:352-217-0561

Tim showed up when he said he would, adhered to his quoted price and cleaned up after the job.

I got the recommendation for Tim, right here on TOTV...

We also used Alan Byer for our WOOD attic stairs - excellent job!

But if I might ask - why do you want aluminum?

Russ.... We did aluminum, but if I had to do it over again, I think I would just go with wood. We've always had wood, in other homes and I thought that aluminum might be a bit more sturdy... I don't remember there being a huge price difference between the two....

We had Bernie Coluccio (518 461 1805) install our wood attic stairs and also add additional flooring. He is a Villager and does many different types of home improvement projects. He did a great job. I highly recommend him.

Aluminum attic stairs
 

Aluminum is obviously lighter than wood and can be just as sturdy.
Might be easier for the ladies to pull up an down?

Actually my son is having aluminum attic stairs installed for his house.
Will see how I like it and can't wait to have to do it in TV.

22 months to go! ( maybe a little more but unfortunately not less)

I chose aluminum over wood only because I can't climb stairs and my wife would have to do the climbing. I read here on TOTV that the aluminum has a railing where wood does not and I thought that would be safer for her.

Tim the Tool Man

Makes sense.

Thanks! But it's probably just as well this way. If I could climb up, my wife would probably just put the stairs up and nail it shut!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...s/croudgif.gif (Just kidd'n again dear)

Also used Tim Miller of Miller's Home Services at (352) 217-0561 for aluminum garage attic stairs. I did my own painting. He was on time and did a great job.

Out of curiosity, does anyone that has aluminum attic stairs with rails had a problem getting a large or awkward object in the attic because the rails get in the way? Trying to decide which way to go. I'll be installing it myself.

We wanted to use Tim Miller but he never returned my calls. I thought he was out of business but then heard he was doing work for others.

call Alan Byer at 352-205-7504. His price is right and service is as promised. Both aluminum and wood stairs have a railing. Wood stairs are cheaper.

attic stairs
 

We have Aluminum stairs from Tim The Tool man who did a nice job on the attic stairs and epoxy floor in the garage. We choose alum because it has a higher weight capacity. We also had Tim paint it since we are part timers and we didn't want paint stored in the garage. But to your question about the railing, the railing is not normally the problem when trying to put up bulkier items, it is the hinges that get in the way,so wood or aluminum most likely have the same issue.
When buying plastic tubs you need to buy the smaller ones so the hinges will not foul you up.

Alan Byer
 

Alan put inour stairs, and he is the best. He is classy, professional and can do just about anything.

I second that. He also installed some attic flooring for me. Very happy with his work. And his price was reasonable.

Bob

another great idea about aluminum stairs with a rail !:BigApplause:

I also used Bernie Coluccio for my attic stairs. He gave a good price and did a great job, and even painted the pull down and trim to match the ceiling as part of his service.

I would definitely recommend Bernie Coluccio for this job and any other handyman job you might have. Very reliable fellow, and a good neighbor.

stairs/gutters
 

we used mandm services very good and best price they also do gutters got three ests they beat them all 352 307 5972

Tim installed our attic start and hng shelving for me. Did the job as described, on time and no price issues.

stairs/gutters
 

mandmservices 352 307 5972 has really good deals and quality stairs
they are the leading stair company in the villages try them out:BigApplause:

We were happy with Tim the Tool man.

Bob

Our friends were told that the ceiling drywall in the garage is a necessary part of fire protection. So they had the contractor screw the panel back onto the stairway cover, and adjust the springs for the extra weight. Has anyone else done that?

That's why the builder doesn't install them. Won't pass life safety inspection by fire dep't.

Ah ha

I had not heard this before but sounds like a great idea...think I'll look into it ......thanks

fumar