Performing routine RV maintenance can extend its life and save you thousands of dollars. However, if your RV is neglected, vital parts can stop working and can cost a great deal to fix. Making the investment of time and money in an RV throughout its life is worth it! Don’t miss a vacation because your RV was not given the proper TLC. Check out Louie’s Ace Home Center for answers and parts to help you get started!

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Here are the tasks that should be completed on a monthly and annual basis:

Monthly Routine RV Maintenance Tips

• Run your generator for 2 hours each month to flush old gasoline and gunk out of the generator.
• Check water levels. (use distilled water only)
• Check hoses and clamps to make sure they are secure and show no signs of leaking.
• Test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors monthly.
• Every 6-8 weeks run a ½ cup of bleach through the fresh water tank and let it sit for the day (this ensures that the next time you go on a trip, you’ll have clean, fresh water).
• Transmission, tires, and the engine require regular maintenance.

What Do I Need To Do Each Year?

• Service A/C & furnace.
  • Heating and cooling systems need to be repaired every year.
• Replace filters and vents.
• Brakes need to be serviced annually to assess wear and tear.
• Vacuum the carbon monoxide and smoke detectors and wipe them down with a lightly dampened cloth and dry off.
  • NEVER use cleaning solutions on your detectors, it will ruin them.
• Check for rust, paint chipping, dings & dents regularly.
• Service/check your propane tanks annually (or every 5000 miles).
• Reseal your RV every year.

Other Helpful Routine RV Maintenance Tips

• Lubricate cabinets and other landings, as necessary, so they don’t stick.
• Keep record of when you need to complete repairs and maintenance checks.
• Always perform preventative maintenance on your RV before taking it on a trip. This includes: cleaning, inspecting, and servicing.
  • This will save you money and time.

How Louie’s Ace Home Center Can Help

Here at Louie’s, we offer a wide variety of RV accessories and parts to help you keep your RV maintained. If you need a part, stop by and talk to one our knowledgeable representatives. We also offer ACE hardware rentals for other needs. Give us a call to answer any questions you may have!

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