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Plumbing problems can lead to costly disasters, whether in a stick-built home or a motor home.(DepositPhotos)
3. Remember the plumbing.
Your RV is just like your home and requires regular maintenance, particularly when it comes to plumbing.
Water damage can be costly, even devastating, so go ahead and check the vehicle’s bathroom, water heater, water tank and drains for any issues.
Leaks around the RV’s windows could present energy and comfort issues, so go ahead and check those, and apply weatherstripping as needed. (DepositPhotos)
4. Look for necessary repairs.
We always say it’s important to check the envelope of a home, and that’s still true when it comes to a motor home.
Check the window and roof seals, and look for cracks or rust that need repairs.
If everything checks out, you’re ready for the road — enjoy the adventure! (DepositPhotos)
5. Fuel up and go
If your RV passed the first four checks on this list, go gas up the tank — you’re ready for an adventure!
Danny Lipford is a home improvement expert and television personality who started his remodeling business, Lipford Construction, at the age of 21 in Mobile, Alabama. He gained national recognition as the host of the nationally syndicated television show, Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford, which started as a small cable show in Mobile. Danny's expertise in home improvement has also led him to be a contributor to popular magazines and websites and the go-to source for advice on everything related to the home. He has made over 200 national television appearances and served as the home improvement expert for CBS's The Early Show and The Weather Channel for over a decade. Danny is also the founder of 3 Echoes Content Studio, TodaysHomeowner.com, and Checking In With Chelsea, a décor and lifestyle blog.
