Summer is Here – Is Your Awning Ready for the Season?

As temperatures rise across the UK, homeowners and businesses are spending more time outdoors and making the most of their patios, gardens and commercial seating areas.

A quality awning provides valuable shade and protection from the sun, but like any mechanical product exposed to the elements, it requires regular servicing and maintenance to keep it operating safely and reliably.

SBI Ltd, specialists in awning servicing, repairs, refurbishment and maintenance since 1998, is encouraging property owners not to wait until an awning breaks down before seeking professional advice.

Preventative Maintenance Saves Money

Many awning problems begin as minor issues that go unnoticed. Worn moving parts, loose fixings, lack of lubrication, or incorrect motor settings can often be identified during a routine service before they lead to costly repairs.

Regular servicing helps extend the life of the awning, improves reliability and provides peace of mind that the installation is operating safely.

Professional Cleaning Restores Appearance

Over time, awning fabrics naturally accumulate dirt, algae, atmospheric pollutants, bird droppings, and organic growth. Left untreated, these contaminants can spoil the awning's appearance and shorten the fabric's lifespan.

SBI's specialist chemical cleaning process is designed specifically for external awning fabrics, helping restore their appearance while protecting the material. Combined with a full mechanical service, customers can often transform an ageing awning without the expense of replacement.

Repair Rather Than Replace

Many older awnings can continue providing years of reliable service with the right care.

SBI regularly repairs and refurbishes awnings by replacing motors, gearboxes, arms, controls and fabric covers, helping customers protect their original investment while reducing unnecessary waste.

The company services and repairs many leading manufacturers including Thomas Sanderson, Weinor, Markilux, Harol, Brustor, Winsol, Hillarys and numerous other premium brands throughout England and Wales.

Trusted by Customers Nationwide

SBI has built its reputation on technical expertise, honest advice and outstanding customer service, earning more than 400 Five-Star Google Reviews.

Recent customer Laura Madden commented:

"My entire dealings with SBI Ltd have been excellent. Everything was handled efficiently from first contact to completion. The repairs, service and care about tidying up afterwards were faultless."

Another customer, Graham O'Connor, praised the team's emergency response after his awning became stuck open during windy weather:

"We are delighted with the new awning and with the service provided throughout the process by all members of staff at SBI. We would not hesitate to recommend SBI."

Scott Donovan recently described SBI's work as:

"Excellent service from start to finish... Very professional service."

Long-standing customer Angie Shepherd added:

"The blind supplied many years ago is still in great condition. The company are very professional and polite. I would highly recommend."