Stuart RV Repair diagnoses and fixes electric awning motors on-site across Stuart, FL and the Treasure Coast. Dometic, Carefree, Solera. Motor swaps, controller boards, limit switches. We come to you.
Stuart RV Repair fixes RV electric awning motors on-site. Motor replacements, controller board swaps, limit switch adjustments, and full wiring diagnostics for Dometic, Carefree, and Solera systems. $150-600 depending on the repair. We come to you anywhere in Stuart, FL and across Martin County. Call 772-280-3915. Need other RV awning repairs? We handle those too.
Electric RV awnings are great when they work. Press a button, the awning rolls out. Press it again, it rolls back up. But when the motor fails, you've got a 16-foot sheet of fabric stuck halfway out, and you can't drive anywhere until it's retracted. We get these calls every week in Stuart, especially after power surges during summer storms.
The motor system on an electric awning has three main components: the motor itself (a 12V DC unit mounted inside or alongside the roller tube), the controller board (which handles the logic for extend, retract, and auto-retract functions), and the limit switches (which tell the motor when to stop at full extension and full retraction). Any one of these can fail independently.
The controller board is actually the most common failure point we see, not the motor. Florida's humidity and power fluctuations from shore power issues cook the capacitors on those boards over time. A board replacement costs about half of what a full motor swap runs, and we carry the common Dometic and Carefree boards on the truck.
No sound, no movement. Start with the basics: check the fuse on the awning circuit (usually a 15A blade fuse in the 12V panel). If the fuse is good, the controller board is likely dead. We test voltage at the board and at the motor leads to pinpoint exactly where the power stops. A board swap fixes this 60% of the time.
The motor is getting power but can't turn the roller tube. This usually means the internal gearbox has stripped or the motor bearings have seized. In Stuart's salt air, bearing corrosion is common on rigs parked near the Indian River or Hutchinson Island. Motor replacement is the fix at $350-600.
The retract limit switch may have failed or lost its calibration. The controller board sends a "retract" signal, but if the switch doesn't respond, the motor doesn't know to run in reverse. We can recalibrate or replace limit switches on-site. This is one of the cheaper fixes at $150-250.
Could be a thermal cutout on the motor (they overheat if you cycle them too fast), a dead controller board, or a broken wire in the harness that runs from the switch to the motor. We start by checking voltage at both ends and work backward. If it's stuck out and rain is coming, we'll manually crank it in first, then diagnose.
Dometic WeatherPro and Carefree Eclipse models have wind sensors that automatically retract the awning during gusts. The sensor module or its wiring to the controller board is the usual failure. In Florida, where afternoon storms blow up fast, a working wind sensor isn't a luxury - it saves you from ripped fabric and bent arms.
Grinding means metal on metal inside the motor or gearbox. The gear teeth are wearing down, and it's a matter of time before they strip completely. If you catch it early and the gears haven't fully stripped, sometimes lubrication buys you a few more months. But honestly, once it's grinding, replacement is the right call.
Each brand uses different motor designs, controller boards, and mounting configurations. Here's what we see most often in the Stuart and Martin County area, and what you should know about each system.
The Dometic 9100 is the most common electric awning we service. The motor sits inside the roller tube on the left side (driver side). The controller board mounts behind a cover plate on the RV wall. These motors last about 6-8 years in Florida conditions before the brushes wear out. According to Dometic's technical specs, replacement motors are model-specific by awning length.
The WeatherPro is Dometic's premium electric awning with built-in wind and motion sensors. It auto-retracts during high winds and has LED lighting built into the roller tube. The motor and sensor module are integrated, so if the motor fails, you're replacing a more expensive assembly. But the sensor system saves awnings from storm damage constantly.
Carefree's electric awnings use an external motor mounted on the end cap rather than inside the roller tube. This actually makes them easier to access and replace. The Carefree Eclipse includes a wind sensor system similar to the WeatherPro. The Travel'r is their more basic electric model without auto-retract.
Solera power awnings show up on newer RVs from Grand Design, Keystone, and Jayco. They use a different motor mount and controller design than Dometic or Carefree, but the diagnostic process is similar. We check voltage, test the board, and swap parts as needed. Solera motors have gotten more reliable in recent model years, but the early ones (2016-2019) had controller board issues.
Call 772-280-3915 or request a quote online. Tell us what's happening: won't extend, won't retract, humming noise, stuck halfway. If you know the awning brand (look for a sticker on the end cap), that helps us bring the right replacement parts.
Our tech tests the motor, controller board, limit switches, and all wiring with a multimeter. We check for voltage at the motor terminals, test the switch assembly, and identify whether it's a motor failure, board issue, or wiring problem. Written estimate before we touch anything.
If it's a limit switch or wiring issue, we fix it on the spot. If the motor or controller board needs replacing, we swap it out at your location. We carry common Dometic and Carefree motors and boards on the truck. Most electric awning motor repairs are done in 1-2 hours.
| Repair Type | Price Range | Typical Time |
|---|---|---|
| Limit switch adjustment / replacement | $150-250 | 30-45 min |
| Controller board replacement | $200-350 | 45-60 min |
| Wiring repair / relay swap | $100-200 | 30-60 min |
| Motor replacement (Dometic) | $350-550 | 1.5-2 hrs |
| Motor replacement (Carefree) | $400-600 | 1.5-2 hrs |
| Switch / remote replacement | $80-150 | 20-30 min |
Awning motor died right before we were supposed to leave for a trip to the Keys. Stuart RV Repair came out same day, diagnosed a bad controller board, and had a replacement on the truck. Fixed in about an hour. Could not have asked for better timing or service.
Our Carefree Eclipse awning wind sensor quit working last hurricane season. Didn't even know it was broken until a squall blew through and the awning stayed out. Tech found a corroded connector at the sensor module, replaced it, and recalibrated the whole system. Works perfectly now.
Thought we needed a whole new awning because the motor was grinding. Tech pulled the motor assembly, showed us the stripped gears inside, and replaced just the motor for less than half what the dealer quoted for a full awning replacement. Honest and fair.
RV electric awning motor repair in Stuart typically runs $150-600 depending on what's wrong. A limit switch replacement costs $150-250. A controller board swap runs $200-350. A full motor replacement runs $350-600 depending on the brand. We diagnose on-site and give you a written quote before any work starts.
Three most common causes: blown fuse or tripped breaker (check those first), a failed controller board that isn't sending power to the motor, or a burned-out motor. If you hear humming or clicking when you press the switch, the motor is getting power but can't turn. That usually means the motor is seized or the gearbox has stripped.
It depends on the failure point. If limit switches are misadjusted or a relay on the controller board has failed, we can often repair it without replacing the whole motor. If the motor windings are burned out or the internal gearbox is stripped, replacement is the only option. We test everything before recommending a swap.
A motor replacement takes 1-2 hours depending on the model and how accessible the motor housing is. Dometic 9100 motors are a fairly straightforward swap. Carefree Eclipse motors require removing the end cap assembly first. We do everything at your campsite, driveway, or storage lot in Stuart.
Most electric awnings have a manual override. On Dometic models, there's a small slot on the roller tube for a crank handle. On Carefree models, the override is usually on the motor end cap. If you can't find it or it won't turn, call us and we'll walk you through it over the phone. If it's stuck out and a storm is coming, we offer emergency service calls.
We work on all major brands including Dometic (9100, 9200, WeatherPro), Carefree (Eclipse, Travel'r), and Solera by Lippert. Dometic and Carefree make up about 90% of the electric awnings we see in Stuart and across the Treasure Coast. We carry common replacement motors and controller boards on the truck for same-day repair when possible.
We handle all RV awning repairs including fabric replacement, spring repair, arm fixes, and full awning replacements. Multiple awning issues? We bundle them into one visit across Stuart and the Treasure Coast.
We cover Martin County and beyond for all RV electric awning motor repairs. Stuart, Palm City, Jensen Beach, Hobe Sound, and surrounding communities.
Call us or request a free estimate. We'll diagnose the motor system, give you a written quote, and get your awning moving again. Motors, boards, switches, wiring. All fixed at your campsite or driveway.