Camper Roof Seal

With limited space and carrying capacity, it can be a challenge to figure out which tools you need in your RV tools kit. There are certain pieces of equipment and tools that every RV traveler should keep in his toolbox to help him deal with basic repairs as well as emergencies. These are meant to keep you safe, save you money and make your travels more comfortable. So, whether you travel full in your RV or on vacation for once in a while these RV gadgets, supplies, and accessories will create a cherished and memorable travelling experience for you. So, let’s start sorting them down. RV Accessories • Drinking Hose: water is the ultimate necessity so make sure you have a drinking hose connected with your water tank to supply clean water. • Disposable Gloves: purchase a pair of gloves and use them while checking sewer or other connections or when dumping your tanks. • Leveling Blocks: you will need leveling blocks when you park in some hilly areas where the surface is uneven or slop...

A camper is your mobile home. Like traditional brick & motor home, campers also need timely repairs and maintenance work in-order to remain in a tip-top shape. Preventive maintenance of the camper roof should be done on regular basis because small issues will evolve into bigger and more expensive problems later on. In addition to periodic inspections also inspect the roof when it is exposed to extreme weather conditions like hail, snow or windstorm. It’s easier to stop something happening in the first place than to repair it after the damage has been done.  If you’re comfortable with heights than climb up the ladder on to your camper roof and inspect and assess the roof surface yourself and if not than hire professional services. Roof contractors also offer inspection services but make sure the inspection is a legitimate service and not a ploy to sell roof replacement. With some useful Tips camper roof repairs can become easy: · Prepare the Roof surface The fir...

The easiest way to lose your hard earned investment on RV is to assume that the roof on RV will last forever without maintenance and repairs. The reality is water; is the major culprit in damages done to all types of RVs. If there a way water will find it seeps through it. Water from rain showers or melted snow seeping through a seam will result in ruining insulation, wall panels and even root the framework of the roof. When it comes to RV roof leaks, prevention is better than cure.  The essence of prevention RV roof leaks lies in two things: · Inspect your RV regularly for leaks and damage · Timely repair the leaks with appropriate sealant When choosing a roof sealant make sure it is specifically designed for use in RVs. A sealant designed for residential or commercial buildings will not work on RVs. Another thing to consider is to make sure the sealant material is compatible with your RV roof surface. Most RVs have EPDM rubber or TPO roofs which means they r...

The single most important one can do as a RV owner is to regularly maintain the RV. Doing the maintenance with proper tools and accessories can make a difference between a reliable camper and a major money sink. When you are planning getting on the road, make some time for the most important thing you need to do before you leave. This one thing is doing the complete safety check of your RV. The Basic Safety Checklist: · Check the RV batteries Batteries lost 10% of their energy when not in use.Recharge them by removing exterior covers. Battery charging might take few hours to days depending upon their size. If you have more than four batteries than it’s good to charge them overnight to be on the safer side. Make sure the batteries are fully charged and have adequate water levels. · Check Engine, Fuel & Brakes Start the engine; make sure it starts without any hiccups. Service your engine and fluids on regular basis. Also check the brakes. While parked ...