RV SERVICES and repair

A Pre-Trip Inspection is a comprehensive check of the mechanical operation of the vehicle to minimize an untimely breakdown along with the safety systems. 

1. Engine Compartment

• Fluid level checks
• Fluid leaks
• Fluid Effectiveness
• Hoses/ Belts
• Unusual Noises

2. Undercarriage

• Air leaks
• Hydraulic Leaks
• Fuel leaks
• Lube Points
• Brakes, Drums, and Rotors (Operational and Visual Insp Only)
• Tire condition and pressure

3. Lights

• Head Lights (Low/ High Beam)
• Running Lights
• Turn Signals
• Brake Lights

4. Interior

• Dash Lights
• Power Steering
• Air Bags (Visual Insp Only)
• CO Detection Test
• Simple hand-held computer diagnostic

A Pre-Habitation Inspection is an in-depth look at any recreational vehicle in a storage facility to find any possible problems before occupation. 

1. Visual Inspection for Unwanted Critters

• Undercarriage
• Wheel Wells
• Storage Compartments
• Ventilation
• Cabinets/ Drawers
• Visible wiring and plumbing

2. Operational checks     

          a. Electrical

• AC Power (If a connection can be provided)
• DC Power          
• Generators 
• Inverters
• Batteries 
• Lights
• Outlets
• Microwave
• Exhaust Fans
• Air Conditioning turns on and blows cold air
• Refrigerator
• Breaker and fuse boxes

          b. Plumbing

• External Water Port (If a connection can be provided) 
• White water 
• Water Pump
• Toilet 
• Shower
• Sinks/ Drains
• Hot Water Heater (Only if the tank is full)
• Visual A Pre-Habitation Inspection is an in-depth look at any recreational vehicle in a storage facility to find any possible problems before occupation. 

1. Visual Inspection for Unwanted Critters

• Undercarriage
• Wheel Wells
• Storage Compartments
• Ventilation
• Cabinets/ Drawers
• Visible wiring and plumbing

2. Operational checks     

          a. Electrical

• AC Power (If a connection can be provided)
• DC Power          
• Generators 
• Inverters
• Batteries 
• Lights
• Outlets
• Microwave
• Exhaust Fans
• Air Conditioning turns on and blows cold air
• Refrigerator
• Breaker and fuse boxes

          b. Plumbing

• External Water Port (If a connection can be provided) 
• White water 
• Water Pump
• Toilet 
• Shower
• Sinks/ Drains
• Hot Water Heater (Only if the tank is full)
• Visual inspection of Gray and Black Water Tanks

         c.  LP Gas (If it is provided)

• Stove/ Range
• Hood Light/ Fan
• Heating Units
• Hot Water Heater (Only if the tank is full)
• Refrigerator

• Smoke Sensor Operation and Age Verification
• CO Detectors 
• Natural Gas Leak Detection
• AC Outlet Neutral, Hot, and Ground Testing
• Visual Inspection for Roof Leaks of Gray and Black Water Tanks

         c.  LP Gas (If it is provided)

• Stove/ Range
• Hood Light/ Fan
• Heating Units
• Hot Water Heater (Only if the tank is full)
• Refrigerator

• Smoke Sensor Operation and Age Verification
• CO Detectors 
• Natural Gas Leak Detection
• AC Outlet Neutral, Hot, and Ground Testing
• Visual Inspection for Roof Leaks

A Pre-Purchase Inspection combines both the Pre-Trip and Pre-Habitation inspections giving you a detailed list concerning the quality of the recreational vehicle you are contemplating spending hard-earned cash on. This two-person job will provide you with the peace of mind of knowing you are getting every penny's worth out of the intended purchase which can, if you desire, with the seller's OK, go in-depth as far as you want, such as removing the wheel assemblies to give the brake system a detailed inspection saving you a costly repair after the fact where parts and labor can run well over $1000.

Many preventive procedures can be performed on RVs meant for long-term storage, like helping to deter unwanted critters or sun-damaged tires producing dry rot to electrical solutions, including ways to keep the batteries charged and possible security features through solar power.  Please call to be directed to our professionals with years of experience working on RVs in this capacity with a free over-the-phone consultation. 

Let's face it: We all have been first-time RV buyers with the idea of cruising down the highway on the way to high adventure, which sounds too much fun to pass up. The thought of having to set it all up might feel a little daunting at first, needing to level the vehicle and ensure all the utilities work through one of the many ways the RV is designed to function. Will you use utility connections or other means, such as a generator or battery, to power lights, outlets, refrigeration, and the water pump to provide water from the freshwater tank? However, I have yet to mention our desire for warm food and need for hot water supplied by yet another system altogether, which is LP Gas from a tank where, as I said, if you're a new buyer or maybe it's been a few years, the Operational Instruction is what you need.