Tired of being stuck at home after a year’s worth of isolation caused by the pandemic? Then it might be time to head out and explore the world once again. It might be tough to leave our home after all these months of quarantine. The good news is that you can explore the world while being inside a place you can call home.
Living in RVs and campers is an increasingly popular way of life for millennials and it’s easy to see why. It’s convenient, fun, and most importantly, a comfortable way of traveling. That isn’t to say that living the RV life is perfect. It does come with its own sets of challenges that you definitely need to know about.
Although RV technology has advanced a lot over the last couple of decades, these vehicles are still far from perfect. In fact, you’ll stumble across a few common problems that you might face when riding an RV. Here’s what those problems are and how you can fix them.
Blown Tire
RVs are very heavy and although the wheels are built to carry that weight, they can still face problems along the way. This is even more likely if you find yourself driving on rough roads.
As blown tires are a very common problem in RVs, it’s a must that you always have one or two spare tires with you. You’ll also need a few important tools such as an RV jack, RV lever, and a lug wrench. Changing the tires can be daunting at first but if you’ve handled the tires on any car before, it will feel very natural.
Heater Problems
Traveling can be tiring work which is why you’re most likely going to want to take a nice hot shower at the end of the day. The plumbing and heating system inside the RV can be a source of many problems so you can expect your heater to malfunction after some time as well.
Your heater can be home to many problems such as bacteria and inefficient heating. The good news is that there are many RV water heater troubleshooting techniques that can guide you. What you do completely depends on your problem so check the link above for in-depth guidance.
You can fix your heater usually by opening the valve and releasing any water or pressure from within. Since RV’s run on a plumbing system from within, checking out the main source of the water supply, and clearing anything inside can often fix the problem as well.
Excessive Dirt Inside RV
This is not exactly a serious problem but it does get annoying to have sand and dirt inside the RV. The best way to avoid this is by simply having everyone take off their shoes before entering the RV. This prevents any debris from getting into the RV.
It would also be wise to invest in a vacuum or at least a rubber rug for your RV. Maintaining the cleanliness of your RV can be difficult considering that there’s very limited space and people come in from the outside regularly. A good vacuum cleaner can do the trick for this problem.
Water Tank Leaks
The toughest part of living the RV life is that you’re going to be running on a limited water supply. It’s recommended that you empty and refill your tanks daily so that you can see any problems beforehand. Busted tanks can be a common problem as well but luckily, this is very easy to fix.
Make sure that you always have a waterproof sealant with you. This will have you address the problem as soon as possible. When you can, visit a repair shop to get a replacement as the sealant will wear off eventually. It’s best to have the tank replaced if you can.
Battery Problems
Like any other vehicle, RVs run on batteries too. Make sure that your fluid levels are always at the recommended level so that your battery runs as efficiently as possible. If it does die, don’t lose hope just yet.
What you can and should try to do first is plug your batteries on an AC power and check if it charges. If it doesn’t it’s best to throw the battery away and then get a replacement. The good news is that getting a replacement battery delivered to you is as easy as making a phone call.
These RV problems are the ones that you’ll be facing regularly so make sure to take these tips to heart. When the time comes and you face these problems, you’ll already be prepared to take them head-on.
