How Long Do Awning Repairs or Re-Covering Take?

It depends on the extent of damage, but most awning repairs usually don’t take that long compared to some other home service repair jobs. A typical awning repair can take from one to three hours at most. Re-covering the awning (replacing the fabric) is a slightly lengthier process. It can sometimes take several hours or potentially days to order and install new fabric for commercial structures with many separate awnings, although it won’t take nearly as much time as complete awning replacement.

Repair vs Replacing Fabric

Awning repair relates to fixing minor issues, such as small tears, dented frames or loose connections. Awning fabric replacement may be necessary if there are large tears, the fabric has faded due to long-term UV exposure or the fabric has mold growth. Re-covering is often preferable to full replacement because you can avoid the cost of replacing the existing frame, which may cost twice as much as re-covering. 

Most minor awning repairs are faster and cheaper than fabric replacement – costing around $100 to $400 compared to a typical re-covering price range of $350 to $1,200. Re-covering is faster and cheaper than replacement, which costs an average of nearly $3,000.

Why You Should Consider Fabric Replacement Rather Than Complete Awning Replacement

While some homeowners may suspect that their awning will never be the same after significant damage and be tempted to just toss it out, the experts at Arizona Awnings can promise it will be as good or even better than before. Our team will work hard to replace fabric or repair your awning and make it look like new again.

There are some scenarios where replacement may be the more cost-effective solution, especially for retractable awnings. If the main issue is a faulty motor or a rusted frame, ultimately you may save more by just replacing the whole unit instead of attempting to repair it. Certain factors, like customized awnings or an older motorized retractable awning where replacement parts can’t be easily found, may make replacement the only feasible course of action. 

What’s the Most Expensive Type of Awning to Fix?

Motorized retractable awnings are the most complicated – and thus expensive – to repair, while fixed awnings are the easiest and least expensive. Stationary awnings don’t require specific expertise or tools that might be needed to fix mechanical parts or electrical motors, while automatic retractable awnings do. Manual retractable awnings cost somewhere in the middle to fix, with the exact amount depending on the issue and components that may need to be replaced.

That said, retractable awnings offer many functional benefits that may make them more useful to homeowners. Like with many features in your home, the amount you’re willing to pay for repair or replacement will likely vary based on how much you use it or the perceived value it adds to your home.

If you regularly use your retractable awning to sit under in the spring or summer months, you’ll likely be more willing to pay for repairs or replacements. If you never use your awning, you might be tempted to just get rid of it and replace it with a different patio covering alternative.

You can learn more about the differences between fixed and retractable awnings and which will serve your needs best in our blog here.

What’s the Process for Awning Repair or Awning Fabric Re-Covering?

• Assessment: The experts at Arizona Awnings will thoroughly assess the damage to your awning. They can provide separate estimates for repair, replacement or re-covering if your awning can potentially be salvaged.

• Cleaning: We’ll clean the awning to remove any dirt, debris or mildew to gain a clear and unobstructed view of the damage.

• Fabric Repair: We’ll reinforce fixable tears with patches and heavy-duty thread that will blend seamlessly with the rest of the fabric so your home or business’s curb appeal isn’t compromised.

• Frame Repair: We have the tools and resources to rectify slight bends and straighten your frame as well as lubricate the mechanism for retractable awnings.

• Recovery: If the fabric is severely damaged or faded, we’ll replace the fabric while preserving the existing frames. We offer hundreds of bright and sturdy fabrics that are fade-resistant, flame-retardant and capable of handling the worst of Arizona monsoon winds without losing its vibrancy. Our vast selection also makes updating your awning’s color during re-covering easy and simple.

• Replacement: If any parts of the awning are beyond repair, we’ll tell you. We put our customers and their budgets first. Our team will let you know what your most effective and cost-friendly options are.

We’ve Been Designing, Repairing and Replacing Custom Awnings in Phoenix Since 1928

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