Awning Cleaning Services
Fabric, canvas, and metal awning cleaning across the Ark-La-Tex. Storefronts, restaurant patio awnings, retractable home awnings, all spec’d to manufacturer guidelines.
Specialized Awning Cleaning for the Ark-La-Tex
Awnings are one of the worst-maintained surfaces on most commercial properties. Pine pollen, bird droppings, tree sap, and the constant humidity bond into a dingy gray film that ages a storefront by ten years overnight. The fabric awning that came in bright Sunbrella red looks pink-gray by year four if it hasn’t been cleaned. The owner thinks it needs replacing. Usually it just needs cleaning. Ark-La-Tex Pressure Pros restores fabric, canvas, and metal awnings using manufacturer-approved chemistry that does not strip the protective coating, void the warranty, or accelerate UV degradation.
Wrong-spec cleaning destroys awnings faster than weather. Pressure-washing a Sunbrella fabric awning at 2,500 PSI removes the durable water-repellent (DWR) coating in one pass, and the fabric will then absorb water, sag, and mildew faster than before. We use softwash chemistry pre-treatment with hand-brushing on fabric awnings, then pure-water low-volume rinse from a ladder. Metal awnings (aluminum, steel, copper) get a different chemistry plus controlled higher pressure. Retractable home awnings need to be extended fully and cleaned in place, both top and bottom, to prevent mildew growing in the rolled position.
Three Awning Types We Service
Each awning material requires a different approach. Restaurant and retail storefronts in downtown Marshall, Shreveport, Bossier City, and Longview typically have fabric awnings (Sunbrella, Vistawall canvas, vinyl-coated polyester). Strip-mall and industrial buildings tend toward metal awnings (aluminum or steel). Residential properties run the full mix: retractable patio awnings, fixed wood-frame canvas, metal carport awnings.
Fabric and Canvas
Sunbrella, vinyl-coated polyester, traditional canvas. Softwash chemistry + hand brush, no high pressure on fabric.
Metal Awnings
Aluminum, steel, copper. Degreasing pre-treatment + controlled pressure for streak-free finish.
Retractable Awnings
Fully extended, top + bottom cleaned in place. Roller mechanism left dry to prevent mildew when retracted.
Why Awning Cleaning Pays For Itself
Storefront Curb Appeal
A clean awning is the difference between a storefront that looks newly remodeled and one that looks dated. Especially impactful for restaurants and retail competing for foot traffic.
Replacement Avoided
Most awnings labeled “needs replacing” just need cleaning. A wash costs a fraction of new fabric and frame work, and it buys years.
Warranty Preservation
We use manufacturer-approved chemistry on warrantied awnings (Sunbrella, Sunbrella Plus, Vistawall). Wrong-spec cleaning voids warranties; ours preserves them.
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Areas We Serve for Awning Cleaning
Marshall, TX based, serving a 60-mile radius across the Ark-La-Tex.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact Ark-La-Tex Pressure Pros today for a free, no-obligation quote. We look forward to working with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does awning cleaning cost?
Awnings are priced by size, material, and access. A standard storefront fabric awning in the 8 to 12 foot range is a quick job. Larger commercial runs of 20 to 40 feet take longer and often need a ladder or lift. Metal awnings clean faster than fabric. Retractable residential awnings need the arms and housing cleaned too, so they price a step above a fixed one of the same width. Call (318) 401-2772 and we will price yours on site.
Will pressure washing damage my Sunbrella awning?
Yes, if it’s done with high pressure. Sunbrella has a durable water-repellent coating that strips off at 2,000+ PSI in one pass. We use softwash chemistry + hand brushing on fabric awnings, never high pressure on Sunbrella. Manufacturer-approved process preserves the DWR coating and the warranty.
How often should I clean my commercial awning?
Fabric awnings in the Ark-La-Tex: every 12-18 months. Metal awnings: every 18-24 months. High-traffic restaurant patio awnings need more, so we typically schedule those every 6-9 months. Maintenance plans get a 15-20 percent discount per visit.
Can you clean an awning with bird droppings caked on?
Yes. In fact this is most awnings we clean. Caked droppings need extended dwell time on the cleaning chemistry to fully break down without scrubbing damage. We typically pre-treat, dwell 15-20 minutes, then re-apply for the toughest spots. Two passes resolves nearly all of them.
Do you handle retractable home awnings?
Yes. We extend the awning fully, clean both top and bottom in place, then verify the fabric is dry before retracting. Cleaning while retracted is not effective and traps moisture in the rolled position, accelerating mildew. Always extend, always clean both sides.
Will the cleaning leave streaks on my metal awning?
No. Metal awnings get a degreaser pre-treatment, controlled pressure rinse, and a final low-pressure clear-water rinse from top to bottom to prevent streak lines. We test in a corner section first to confirm the result before running the full awning.
Do you serve restaurant chains and franchise properties?
Yes. We service multi-location restaurant chains, franchise storefronts, and shopping center common areas across the Ark-La-Tex region. Centralized billing, scheduled maintenance plans, certificate of insurance provided for property managers.
Do you serve my area?
We serve a 60-mile radius from Marshall, TX. That covers all of Harrison County, Caddo Parish, Bossier Parish, Gregg County, and Rusk County. Call (318) 401-2772 to confirm.
Do you clean metal and aluminum awnings too?
Yes. Metal awnings collect the same mildew film as fabric plus oxidation streaks, and they get washed with chemistry that brightens the finish without stripping paint. Standing-seam and corrugated styles are both routine work.
Can you remove bird droppings and tree sap from an awning?
Both, and sooner is better for the fabric. Droppings are acidic and sap bonds as it cures, so they get pre-treated and rinsed gently rather than scrubbed, which protects the coating that makes the awning water-resistant.
When is the best season for awning cleaning?
Spring, after the pollen dump, and fall before the awning spends winter holding damp leaf litter. Storefronts on a twice-a-year cycle keep their color crisp and their fabric lasting years longer.
Our Awning Cleaning Process
Same repeatable steps every awning: manufacturer-approved chemistry, no surprises.
Identify material + warranty + condition. Check manufacturer chemistry guidance.
Test corner section so you see the result before we commit the full awning.
Pre-treat + dwell + softwash (fabric) or controlled pressure (metal).
Final clear-water rinse + walkthrough + dry-time confirmation before retract.
Transparent Pricing
Priced by size, material, and access. Storefront fabric awnings in the 8 to 12 foot range are the common job. Large commercial fabric runs of 20 to 40 feet price higher. Metal cleans faster than fabric. Retractable residential awnings include the arms and housing. Standing maintenance plans drop the per-visit rate. Every quote is in writing and holds for 30 days. Call (318) 401-2772.
Ready for a Cleaner Storefront?
Free on-site quote. Manufacturer-approved chemistry. Warranty preserved.