Maintaining Your Retractable Awning for the Fall

Your retractable awning works hard to protect your family from the damaging rays of the sun. It also ensures that you have a stylish way to spend time in your yard, even during a passing rain storm. To protect the durability, value, and comfort added by your retractable awning, consider performing maintenance on it when you perform other yearly maintenance tasks around your home.

Sweeping Debris

Debris from dirt, trees, plants, and bird droppings can often collect on your awning. We suggest starting your maintenance by carefully sweeping the debris from top to bottom. After you have cleaned off any debris from sweeping, look for any signs of damage. Inspect for rust, holes, and stains. Once you have removed loose debris you can begin to wash your awning.

Cleaning Your Retractable Awning

We recommend using a mild soap and water mixture to clean your awning from top to bottom. Soaps like Dawn and Woolite, work especially well when mixed with cold or lukewarm water. A soft-bristled brush or cloth will be gentler on your fabric, especially if your awning fabric has been treated for durability and mold/mildew resistance. If you choose to use something like a pressure washer for cleaning, operate it at the lowest possible setting so that you don’t damage your awning or frames. Rinse your awning from top to bottom and allow it to dry.

Tricky Spots or Stains

While awning fabric is made to be especially durable and stain resistant, should you have any tricky stains you may want to spot-treat them with a stronger cleaner. Just remember, if you decide to try any specific types of cleaner not mentioned here, plan on testing a very small section at first to ensure that it is safe for use on your awning.

Outdoor Living is Better with Authority Home Solutions

While inspecting your awning for any issues, it is wise to contact a trusted awning installer and supplier to answer any questions about suspected issues. At Authority Home Solutions, we are passionate about helping homeowners create and care for their beloved outdoor spaces. If you have questions about your awning or are considering adding a retractable awning, EasyShades, or storm protection to your home call us today. As Florida’s #1 retractable awning supplier and installer, you are guaranteed to have friendly and reliable service. We proudly serve the Villages, Ocala, Gainesville, Leesburg, and the surrounding areas.