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If your RV has a “rubber” roof, it’s important to remember that the surface isn’t impervious to damage. Cleaning it properly includes knowing which are the best RV rubber roof cleaners to use for the task. It’s also important to be cautious when cleaning your RV roof to avoid tearing the material, which could lead …
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Most RVers plan to travel in sunny weather or to sunny weather. And most RVs are outdoors most or all of the time. That’s why it’s so important to know how to protect RVs from sun damage. So many parts of an RV need protection from the sun’s UV rays that we decided to devote …
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Bubbles, waves, and blisters… If you’ve ever seen them on the sides of an RV’s wall, you’ve witnessed RV delamination. RV delamination is BAD. It’s one of the most important things to avoid when shopping for a used rig. It’s also a crucial issue to tend to immediately if you find signs of RV delamination …
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With the heat and humidity of summer in full swing, some RVers are experiencing the nuisance of their RV freezer frosting up. So, today we’re tackling the topic of what causes an RV freezer to frost up and what you can do about it. Let’s jump right in! What Causes an RV Freezer to Frost …
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In today’s post, we’re taking a closer look at the fiberglass RV roof. Is it the best type of RV roof to have, and why or why not? As noted in our post “The Complete Guide to Your RV Roof”, there are four types of roof material most commonly found on an RV. These are …
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Since there are lots of items on the roof of your RV that require attention from time to time (think Dicor inspection), the question “Can I walk on my RV roof comes up quite a bit. Neglecting roof sealants may cause serious water damage, but the question, “Can I walk on my RV roof?” is …
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One of the best ways to ensure that you’ll be able to stay cool in your RV in the summer heat is to practice good RV AC maintenance. Regularly maintaining your rig’s AC unit(s) means that when the ambient temperature climbs, your air conditioner(s) will be ready to jump into action to cool down your …
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Many an RVer has cursed the black streaks that accumulate on the sides of their rigs. But there are ways to deal with RV black streaks, and the best way is to prevent them from occurring in the first place. In this post, we’ll look at the oh-so-handy product (the RV black streak remover), and …
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RV fire safety – it’s something we don’t think about all the time, and yet it’s one of the most critical pieces of preparedness an RVer can undertake. As we roll down the road in our homes-on-wheels, often carrying multiple types of fuel in, electrical components throughout the rig, and appliances that use both electricity …
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The weather is warming up, the snow is melting fast, the birds are chirping even in the northeast, and here we are – spring is just around the corner! It seems as though we were just sharing our RV winterizing tips when lo and behold it’s almost time to de-winterize your RV! Spring is an …
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If your RV furnace isn’t working, there are a number of possibilities as to the reasons why. Depending on the symptoms your furnace is experiencing, you can troubleshoot a non-working RV furnace on your own. This post aims to help you with that process. We’re going to be focusing here on the most typical RV …
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Ah, the RV roof – long a source of frustration and consternation, based on the enemy of all RVers: leaks! Although the RV roof has a bad rep, roof leaks can (and should!) be avoided. Keeping the integrity of your RV roof strong is merely a matter of good maintenance. This involves regular monitoring of …
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A propane furnace is a fantastic thing to have in an RV – as long as it’s working. When it’s working properly, you turn up the thermostat and a few seconds later, heat is moving through the heating ducts and warming your RV’s living space, just like the furnace in any home. But, between the …
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Propane fridges are fantastic in many ways, especially when you’re boondocking and trying to conserve electrical power. Propane RV fridges actually use SOME electricity (12V, and not a lot) as well as propane. And since your RV’s furnace probably also uses propane and your stove certainly does, it’s good to know roughly how much propane …
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As RVers, we’re all aware of the threats to the RV roof that can result in water leaking into various crevices of the rig, further threatening its structure and integrity, while potentially introducing (potentially dangerous) mold into the RV environment. While we’ve used a few different products over the years to keep the roof of …
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Cue the theme from Ghostbusters because today we’re addressing a question we get asked a lot – when The RVgeeks need RV maintenance and repair, who we gonna call? We take incredibly good care of our RV. After all, it’s our home, our office, and our travel vehicle. We, and pretty much everything we own, …
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If there’s one thing most RVers understand, it’s that RV roof leaks are not only possible but very common. RV roofs are prone to leaking. There are a number of reasons for this, the most common of which applies to every single RV on the road IF the roof of the RV has ANY holes, …
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We recently published a post showing how to easily replace an RV skylight as a DIY project. But an RV skylight has an inner frame and an inner dome – a clear plastic liner that can come loose and lead to issues. Fortunately, an RV skylight inner dome replacement is another simple DIY project. In …
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If you know The RVgeeks at all, you know that DIY RV maintenance is important to us. Why? Well, for one thing, it can save a LOT of money. Labor costs alone for a good RV tech are expensive, never mind potential markups on parts prices. But even more important than the money-saving piece is …
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Electric RV steps. They’re a great invention (as long as they’re working properly), and we use ours pretty much daily. But how do they work, and what should we be doing to maintain them well so they continue to work properly? It’s important to keep our RV electric steps in good working condition for safety …
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As RVers, we all love to get out there and enjoy the benefits of this lifestyle when the weather is fine. Summer is a popular time for camping, and in winter the snowbirds hit the road in search of higher temps. Those of us who RV full-time seek the benefit of warmer weather in every …
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All RVers have different priorities according to their preferred style of RVing. For example, larger holding tanks and a solar system are important to boondockers, but probably not important to travelers who exclusively camp in campgrounds/RV parks with full hookups. But there are a few items that should sit at the top of every RVer’s …
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If this seems like an odd topic for a blog post, keep in mind that many seemingly ordinary household tasks that most people take for granted can be just a little different in an RV. Just like folks in a sticks-and-bricks house, those of us who live full-time or travel part-time in an RV have home maintenance …
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Some RV repairs can be temporarily put on hold, but an RV roof repair is not one of them. Failing to repair your RV roof can cause a frustrating and expensive set of circumstances that will only grow worse with time. Because roof repair is such a critical piece of RV maintenance, in today’s post …
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Getting an RV oil change can be a bit more involved than getting the oil changed in a car. With such a large vehicle, you can’t just pull into any oil service station. RV oil changes can be somewhat more costly as well. But regular oil changes are critical to the overall health of an …
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There’s no greater nemesis to an RV owner than a leak. We consider an ounce of prevention as being well worth any amount of effort, which is why we regularly inspect all areas where sealant has been applied to our RV. In appropriate areas, we’ve chosen to use a product called EternaBond tape, and we’ve …
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Our RV is now 16 years old, and we’ve been full-timing in it for its entire life. It doesn’t look absolutely like new, but when people see it they can’t believe how old it is. We take meticulous care of it, sometimes including the professional services of great places like National Indoor RV Centers (NIRVC). …
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You might not spend a lot of time thinking about it, but your RV roof always has you covered – literally! Many RVers don’t feel the need to check their RV’s roof very often, as long as things seem to be working normally. We know RVers who actually never go up on their roof. But just like …
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