Winter is approaching, and as an RV owner, you may be concerned about the potential damage freezing temperatures can cause to your RV’s water system. And can an RV water heater freeze? Yes, an RV water heater can freeze if exposed to sub-freezing temperatures. To prevent freezing, insulate it with foam pipe insulation or a … Read more
Are you ready to take on the camping season? Before hitting the road, it’s important that you de-winterize your travel trailer. To ensure you don’t miss a beat, we’ve created an extensive de-winterize travel trailer checklist: How to De-winterize Your Travel Trailer: Charge and Re-install All Batteries Check the Tires. During winter storage, an RV’s … Read more
Pop-up campers are great. But given they are a hybrid between a tent and an RV, they can get cold in winter so many owners shut them down in the off-season. But what’s involved in winterizing pop up campers? Winterizing a pop-up camper involves draining and flushing water lines and tanks, adding antifreeze to the … Read more
If you’re an RV owner, the winter months can be daunting. It’s important to take precautions in order to protect your plumbing system from freezing temperatures and burst pipes. But how do you decide between blowing out RV water lines vs antifreeze? Overall using compressed air to blow out an RV’s water lines is a … Read more
RVs can be a lot of fun. But they can also be a lot of work and require a lot of preventative maintenance. One of those responsibilities is preparing your RV for the winter. So below is how to winterize your RV: Of course, many people love to still use their RV in winter. And … Read more
Living in an RV is exciting, adventurous, and liberating. However, depending on where you are, winter can be harsh, especially if you’re not prepared for it.Winter, especially in extra cold climates, can require a whole regime of plans and preparation in order not only to thrive, but just to live comfortably in an RV in … Read more
Living or even having a motorhome is an awesome experience. You get to experience different parts of the country in different seasons. But for those of you who live year-round in an RV, can you live in a Class A motorhome in the winter? Here’s what I’ve learned from living in mine: Yes. In most … Read more
Frozen pipes in your RV can lead to serious damage. Many RV owners winterize their RVs when not in use. But what if you drive your RV in winter? Then you’ll want to know how to keep RV pipes from freezing while driving. Here’s what I know from driving mine in winter: As with pipes … Read more
If you live in a rural area with a septic system, it might seem like it’s OK to dump from your RV into your system. Or maybe you’re even wondering about winterizing your septic system. So is RV antifreeze safe for septic systems? A few gallons of RV antifreeze in a 1,000-gallon tank won’t pose … Read more
As a new RV owner, you have tons of questions. If you’re reading this article, you probably know by now that your RV can be winterized with antifreeze. But this may also have you wondering, is RV antifreeze flammable? RV antifreeze is made from propylene glycol which is flammable if it reaches 210 degrees Fahrenheit … Read more