Ideally, you should let professionals do all of your RV repairs. Many modern RVs have electrical systems that rival those in your home, and with the inverters in some RVs, you’d be dealing with regular household current. There are also delicate systems in your RV that need a professional’s touch so that you don’t accidentally break them. Also, you will most likely void any warranty you have on your RV’s parts or on the RV itself.
1. The Electrical System
The RV’s electrical system is actually two systems in one. The first is a battery-powered system that runs on 12-volt DC. The other runs on normal 120-volt household power. In most instances, you’ll be connecting to shore power when you’re in a luxury campground. If you’re boondocking, the inverter will step up your 12-volt power to 120-volt power. Generally, you’ll need more than one battery, solar power, or both to stay connected. Professionals are fully trained on these systems and can fix them quickly and safely.
2. Water and Plumbing Systems
The last thing you want to have happen is a leak in your black water tank. Even if it doesn’t leak into your RV, such a leak is a disgusting problem. The best way to prevent this happenstance is to let a pro work on your water and/or plumbing system when you’re having a minor issue.
3. Roof Leaks
The outer shell of your RV needs to be sound to be safe. If it’s leaking, then it can be dangerous as well as annoying. It’s far better to have a trained RV body technician do this kind of work than it is to try to muddle through yourself. The pros will also have the right materials to do the job right the first time. You certainly don’t want the pro to have to undo anything that you tried, which will wind up costing you more in time and, possibly, also materials.
4. Climate Control System
RVs have HVAC that’s very similar to that of your home. They contain refrigerant that could cause a cold-related injury if you try to work on them yourself. Plus, if you happen to break the system, then it’ll both take longer and cost more to have a professional fix it.
5. Other Body Work
Wear and tear on your RV’s walls and undercarriage can lead to cracks and even holes. These can be simply unsightly, or there could be real danger involved. Having the right work done the right way can make all the difference when it comes to safety and security.
6. Appliances
For the same reason the appliances in your home have warning labels about not trying to work on them yourselves, your RV’s appliances likely have those warnings too. As with most other RV repairs, letting a professional do the work is a good idea because if something breaks, then it’s the pro’s duty to make it right. If you break, it, then you’re out of luck.
If your RV breaks or needs repairs, reach out to a repair center in your area that can handle RV repairs.
