My Awning Is Leaking How To Fix It

On vinyl canopies side hems and poly cords are stitched in with a sewing machine.

My awning is leaking how to fix it.

If it is a light colored fabric use the white silicone caulk for the repair. Cover is approx 200mm in depth and runs full length of the awning. On occasion this stitching may allow water to seep or leak through the stitches. Put leather gloves on to protect from cuts while working with the aluminum awning.

Place a ladder next to the aluminum awning. 2 side moulding must be removed in order to find the source of leak. 3 carefully peel away the moulding. This stretching can create gaps that allow the rainwater to drip through.

Put a dab of the silicone caulk on your finger. Treat the seams with a quality seam sealer. Wash the leaking area and after it dries apply a line of polyether sealant to cracks or gaps in the awning. Step 2 clean any grime and or rust off the aluminum awning with a wire block brush to have a clean surface for the patch to stick against.

In an aluminum awning there is a tendency for the cover of the awning to leak after a few years in the weather. Most awnings start out waterproof or at least very water resistant. Make sure the awning fabric is clean and free of mildew before repairing the holes. Vynil awnings have a different primary issue in leaking around seams.

The cover serves 2 x purposes 1. 5 water tracking marks reveal the source of the leak. Wash the awning with a mixture of warm water. Protects the awning when stored and during travel 2.

As the rain assaults the awning it begins the process of oxidation or rusting. Used the awning for the first time and it rained and leaked at the trailer looks like there is a seam in the track where two are butted together and this is where it leaked. If it is a darker fabric use the clear silicone caulk. Awning leaking at trailer posted in problems solutions after market.

This is mostly caused by the awning being left open during rain and in the sun for long periods of time. This is normal and not a defect covered by warranty. It covers the stitching when the awning is out and prevents water sitting on the stitch line therefore stopping the chance of the leak. Over time acrylic and canvas fabric threads will expand and contract as they get damp and dry out.

The surface must be free of dirt grease oil rust tar and any other contaminant that will inhibit a proper seal. The sealant will fill the crack as it dries and plug the leak.