Retractable Awning

Is it possible to get a canvas retractable awning serviced in Sydney?

We have five metre awning – and its torn, and the retractable arms are drooping – but to replace it will cost 6k plus – and I am sure that it just needs new canvas and some servicing. But everyone I talk to simply wants to sell me a new one. Anyone know anyone who services damaged awnings. We are in Sydney’s north. Thank you!

no im on the other side on the world, but this is something you could fix yourself, evidentally though you dont feel you could or you wouldnt be asking. despite this you might consider looking into outdoor fabric which is expensive especially canvas but its only a fraction of 6k. and the arms are usually held in place by pivot which could be squeezed in more as this is common. even a weld if its not a retractable.

now to look for someone i would search for a maintenance mechanic or mechanical engineer(more expensive) familiar with many mechanical systems usally found servicing everything from the machines to the curtains in industrial plants and someone local might be willing to assist. another would be landscape contractors that have experience in these. and finally i would look into purchasing parts or a new one online even ebay as it will be much cheaper. now i know this doesnt address your direct question but im just trying to be helpful and inform you that there are other options for a solution. good luck

sure its a machine and as such it can be repaired in one form or another. and the asker should be looking for you to help them. i also noticed you did mention it is a retractable so a pinch or weld wont work as he stated, sorry i didnt realize that before. so at this point you might be looking at reinforcement if its drooping which would have to be done without interfering with the retraction mechanism. and if you do replace the canvas you might have to cut it and then reweld it just to get it on, as the final assembly might be made to where you cant simply disassemble it. it all depends on the engineering used by the manufacturer and whether they intended on it being able to be replaced. also remember that its likely its made out of aluminum so it will take more than a typical arc welder.
its obvious that to repair this it will take someone skilled in mechanics which i why i originally suggested you look for some kind of maintenance mechanic who can assess the problem and come up with a solution just as they do everyday on any machine in the factory that requires it. and being unfamiliar with that particular manufacturers building techniques and styles i cant assist more.
remember just as with any mechanism contraption or machine it can be repaired even if it requires serious surgery and mutiple parts replacement ,so it depends on the persons level of resourcefulness and mechanical aptitude. either way i would think with a simple retractable awning you could find someone that is willing to help for much much less than 6k