I have a split level house. 1 level in the front with 2 levels in the back. I have acces to attic space above the front level but to get into the attic above the back half of the house I have to go into the front half attic and squeeze between the roof rafters. I used to be able to do this but over the years the space between the rafters seems to have gotten smaller!!!
I have to get in there to take care of a few things. Whats the best way to create access? I'm thinking of putting one of those pull down starways into the upstairs hallway???? How do I know if its safe to cut through the rafters??? The stairs would be going against the rafters not with them so I would have to cut through 5 - 7 rafters??? Is this a problem?
2nd choice is adding a large vent on the side of the house that is on hinges. I could use a ladder, unpadlock the vent, swing it open and crawl in the opening.Any advice welcome!!!!!
TIA
Steve