What types of covers are available for awnings?

• <div>Besides the type of awning, you’ll need to choose the type of cover. Your awning installation professional will review your options with you, including availability and costs. The types of covers you can choose from include:<ul><li>Wood, which is durable but can be damaged easily by rainwater and fire</li><li>Cotton offers flexibility, weatherproofing, and easy cleaning</li><li>Canvas is highly durable and is a good choice for retractable awnings </li><li>Metal is sturdy but is prone to rust</li><li>Polyester is easy to clean and is a more breathable option</li><li>Polycarbonate is highly resistant to UV rays and is difficult to damage</li></ul></div>

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Q: Can awnings handle heavy rain?

• <div>It&rsquo;s not a good idea to allow heavy rain to fall on your awning, as puddling can occur and overload the awning. Your awning should be able to handle a light rain, though you should allow it to dry out before retracting it or open it to dry as soon as the rain stops. As always, consult manufacturer guidelines for using and caring for your awning.</div>

Q: Can you just replace the fabric on an awning?

• <div>Yes, you can replace just the fabric on an awning without having to replace the entire awning frame and hardware. This process will take a professional about one to two hours. If you want to DIY, it could take longer, especially for large or retractable awnings. Replacing the fabric on an awning can improve the look of your home and help naturally cool your interior and exterior spaces.</div>

Q: What types of covers are available for awnings?

• <div>Besides the type of awning, you&rsquo;ll need to choose the type of cover. Your awning installation professional will review your options with you, including availability and costs. The types of covers you can choose from include:<ul><li>Wood, which is durable but can be damaged easily by rainwater and fire</li><li>Cotton offers flexibility, weatherproofing, and easy cleaning</li><li>Canvas is highly durable and is a good choice for retractable awnings </li><li>Metal is sturdy but is prone to rust</li><li>Polyester is easy to clean and is a more breathable option</li><li>Polycarbonate is highly resistant to UV rays and is difficult to damage</li></ul></div>

Q: Can I repair my awning myself?

• <div>Minor fabric patching is DIY-friendly, but frame and mechanical repairs should be professionally handled.</div>

Q: What materials are available for fabric awnings?

• <div>Acrylic, polyester, and vinyl are common options. Choose based on durability, UV resistance, and style.</div>

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Last update on November 12, 2025

Reviewed in October 2025
Awesome job from start to finish. From our initial consultation to the install of our new patio sliding door every step was professional and done well. So happy with the final results
Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2025
We used Pristine Pressure for our patio! They responded right away and worked around my schedule! They were very thorough with the job. They were efficient and kept me updated along the way. The end result was fantastic. They provides quality client service at a reasonable price and I would...
PRISTINE PRESSURE LLC
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Reviewed in May 2025
Justin was great. He arrived on time and was respectful of my home. He explained the work he would perform and completed the repair within a reasonable time. I will definitely use Best Finish Services for any other electrical repair needs I may have in the future.
Best Finish Services
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Reviewed in July 2024
Julio was such an professional the whole time. He always answered our questions with courtesy. The finished stamped patio was beautiful and well done. We found out about Sierra through a recommendation from a relative who used Sierra 4 years prior. I too recommend this business for a very...
Sierra Construction and Concrete
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Reviewed in May 2016
We hired Varela's to remove existing sealer and reseal stamped concrete patio. They charged us $300 and instead of removing existing sealer they just put new sealer on the top of the old one . Now the pation look worst than it did before their service( white spots of tick sealer all over the...
Varela's Concrete
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Reviewed in April 2016
Our experience with Landscrete was very good! Jaime made sure to have all the details before starting, and made sure we understood the whole process. He first met with us to show us pictures of his prior work and to help us get some ideas for our patio. During the job his crew was very...
LANDSCRETE INC
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Reviewed in August 2015
They did a fantastic job. No issues. Patio looks great and the workmanship was great! I will definitely use them again in the future.
P M OTTO INC
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Reviewed in April 2015
We contracted with Dan at the end of September 2013 to perform repairs to our seawall. Our lake fluctuates in height significantly during the year and we wanted the repairs done in the fall because the lake was low. In fact, in October of that year, the seawall was exposed all the way down and...
Molnar Construction
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Reviewed in June 2014
They did a good job at repairing my gutter. I'm very satisfied with their work.
Advanced Roofing Inc
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Reviewed in October 2013
Doug and his team did a fantastic job building the patio room of our dreams. His pricing was fair, his responsiveness to any questions that we had was very fast, his team was very professional, and the quality superb. We are extremely pleased with the results and will gladly refer him to...
Exterior Additions LLC
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