Your RV needs to be kept secure, clean, and ready for your next trip. Improper care can lead to damages and a shorter lifespan. RV ownership requires a lot more work like repair, storage, maintenance, etc. The following are helpful tips for RV storage when not in use:
Find a Storage Space
Depending on how long you intend to keep your RV, you need to find a place to store it. It might be tricky to find a suitable storage space. If you don’t want to spend money on a storage facility, you can utilize your driveway or your garage. You can also use your friend’s RV parking that’s not in use. This is a favorite space because you’ll have someone to keep an eye on it while you are away.
You might have to pay for RV parking near your port, the payment options vary from daily to monthly rate. Although RV parking is not a suitable storage option because of the risks involved such as vandalism and theft. If you live in an area where they don’t allow RVs to be parked in front of your house, you can start exploring paid RV storage facilities.
Clean It Up
Before storing your RV make sure it is clean, by giving it a good wash and wax. The RV gives protection against the sun and keeps dirt away. A good coat of wax makes a clean-up much easier.
Pay attention to the roof, most dirt comes from the road grime on the roof. After cleaning, seal up the cracked roof using a silicone seal. If anything is cracked or worn, repair it immediately after cleaning. Leave the rooftop vents open to keep moisture out that can lead to mold growth and a musty smell.
Keep Away Bugs and Rodents
If you use your RV as a holiday home, you are likely to experience problems with pests and rodents. The first thing to do is to make sure all external openings are blocked. Bugs invade the RV from the rooftop, plumbing vents, inside the exterior fridge panel, furnace exhaust, and intake piping.
Rodents like to chew electrical wiring, the best way to keep the wires safe. Empty your refrigerator, remove all possible food sources and nesting materials. Seal your firewalls using metal and use mothballs to deter rodents. Declutter your RV, rodents, and pests like staying in crowded places.
Outdoor Vs Indoor Vs Covered Storage
If you have opted for a storage facility, the companies offer three options4 outdoor, indoor, and covered storage. Indoor storage is the most expensive one but provides secure storage from the sun, rain, wind, and snow. It prevents damages that can cost a lot in the future.
Coverage storage units provide security and protection from some elements such as rain and snow. Outdoor storage is usually the cheapest option. It can be used as temporary storage while waiting to use your RV soon. It doesn’t protect you from harsh weather but offers a parking space for your RV.…