Cut the notches out of the stringers.
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If you want to build porch steps measure from the top of the porch to the ground then take the total height and divide it by the riser which is usually between 6 and 8 inches.
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By including a middle stringer and following a.
Make one stringer for every 18 inches of stair width.
When using the power saw to cut along the rise and run lines marked on the stair stringer leave enough of the pencil line that you can be sure that you are being consistent in your cuts from one step to the next.
Cut the notches with a circular saw.
Measure twice cut once.
Cut the end of the first stringer to the correct length with a handsaw and then make the rest identical to the first.
With a circular saw cut the top of the stringer along the plumb cut line and the bottom along the level cut line.
Use a reciprocating saw to cut through the top end of the stringers freeing the staircase from the porch.
Measure out 7 1 4 inches from the corner of the square.
You will not need a riser for the top step as it is attached to the porch framing.
Trace along the edge of the square to mark the cut line for the stringer.
If your steps are 36 inches wide you will need three stringers two for the edges and one down the middle of the steps.
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Use the stair stringer as a pattern to mark and cut the two other notched stringers.
Stop the cuts when you reach the corner of the notch and finish the cuts with a handsaw to prevent weakening the stringers.
For example divide 35 inches by a 7 inch riser to get 5 steps.
Draw lines for the remaining cuts the same as above.
Even beginning woodworkers can make outdoor wooden steps to get access to a trailer or front patio.
Remove and discard the old staircase and any leftover debris.
Measure out from the side 10 inches the depth of the steps.