Getting Your RV Ready for Your Summer Adventures

As the summer season approaches, we begin planning our summer adventures. This includes camping, hiking, and road tripping. If you have an RV, you know the summer fun that awaits you. You can roam the country or visit your favorite campground with your RV. However, your RV was likely sitting in storage all winter. To get the most out of your RV, you must get it ready for increased usage. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips for you to get your RV ready for this summer season.

Start with a Thorough Cleaning: While your RV is in storage over the winter months, it can get caked in debris and dirt from sitting still. If left uncleaned, it not only degrades the look of your RV, but it can also damage it. Start by thoroughly cleaning the exterior and interior of your vehicle to ensure it is ready for use.

Check the Tires and Wheels: Tires naturally deflate over time. They slowly lose air but need they still to be constantly monitored. After a long winter, check your tires’ psi and inflate as needed. You should also thoroughly inspect them for any signs of damage that may require repair. If you find any issues, get them fixed immediately.

Test the Battery and Electrical Systems: When batteries are not used and recharged regularly, they can lose their charge. This is especially true in colder temperatures. Test your battery to make sure that is in good condition. You should also test your electrical systems to ensure that those are in working order as well. Repair or replace your battery or electrical systems as needed.

Inspect the Plumbing System: No one likes a road trip or camping trip without a working bathroom in the RV. Inspect your plumbing system to ensure everything is working. Check your faucets, septic tank line, and all plumbing fixtures. Also, flush the water system to drain any stagnant water and sanitize the water tanks.

Service the HVAC System: Keeping cool and comfortable inside your RV during the summer is vital. Your HVAC system is responsible for doing that. Have your HVAC system serviced to ensure that it is ready to take on the summer heat.

Check the Propane System: RVs utilize propane to heat the RV and fuel the stove. Propane is a dangerous chemical that can easily combust or start a fire when not properly stored. You must routinely inspect your propane system for any leaks or damage that can put you and your family in danger. If issues are found, get them fixed immediately.

Test Safety Equipment: Your safety while using your RV is the most important thing. Safety equipment like smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and carbon monoxide detectors. Inspect them annually to ensure they are functioning properly. This can save your life in an emergency.

Perform a Maintenance Check: Perform a comprehensive maintenance check on your RV. This includes inspecting the brakes, suspension, and steering components. Check the engine oil, coolant, and other fluid levels. If needed, schedule a professional RV service to perform a thorough inspection and address any maintenance or repair needs.

Stock Up on Essentials: You never know what will happen out on the road. The best thing you can do to prepare for any scenario is to stock up on essentials. Stock the RV with bottled water, canned goods, sewer hoses, engine oil, coolant, water hoses, and any other accessories you think you may need. It is better to be overprepared than underprepared.