When the weather turns chilly, staying warm in your RV can be a challenge. But that’s no reason to shy away from traveling and camping in cool temperatures, even in winter. The trick is to understand your RV heating options and choose the best one(s) to beat the cold safely. There are many types of …
Winter RVing
Posts related to RVing in the winter.
If your RV’s hot water isn’t as hot as it should be, the problem could well be your RV water heater thermostat. Fortunately, most RV water heaters aren’t all that complicated. So when this happened to us, we had an easy DIY repair on our hands. In this post, we’ll show you exactly how we …
We recently wrote a post answering the question, “How much RV antifreeze do I need to winterize my RV plumbing?” We noted that the answer depends not only on the size of your RV but also on whether you choose to blow out your RV water lines vs using antifreeze. (Even when blowing the lines …
We all know that traveling in an RV is a fantastic way to explore the world around us while we continue to enjoy the comforts of home on the road. Many of us enjoy traveling in all seasons, and one challenge RVers may face is staying warm during the colder months. We’ve written about several …
We’ve been asked “How many gallons of RV antifreeze do I need to winterize my rig?” time and time again. But the answer to the question How much RV antifreeze do I need? depends on several factors. Winterizing an RV’s plumbing system may not be difficult, but it is very important to do it right. …
It’s that time of year… temperatures have dropped and many people have their RVs stored until spring. But are they adequately protected? That’s where RV antifreeze comes in! Lots of people blow out their plumbing lines with an air compressor (in fact, we’ve done it ourselves), but that doesn’t mean you don’t need antifreeze. There …
About a year ago, we published a post about RV skirting for winter. Since then, we’ve learned about inflatable RV skirting that those who use RV skirting might love. Today’s post is about an easy, efficient way to skirt an RV with a product known as AirSkirts. What Is RV Skirting? RV skirting is essentially …
Do you have a favorite windshield de-icer? With winter upon us, there are certain weather-related issues that may require attention on our RVs, especially for anyone who spends time in a location where the temperature drops significantly. One common issue you’re likely to encounter in cold weather is a frozen windshield. So, today we’re looking …
As we write this in late fall, many RVers are thinking about winterizing their RVs. Depending on where you live, the question “How long does it take for water to freeze in RV pipes?” becomes more important to answer with every passing day. As the temperature drops everywhere, we think it’s a good time to …
Portable propane heaters can be sources of fast, efficient heat. They heat up quickly, they produce a lot of heat, and their very efficient, so they use very little propane. But can you use a propane heater indoors? Is it safe? And if not, are there things you can do to make it safe? Today …
Your RV furnace is a pretty important feature of your home-on-wheels, especially if you travel in areas where the temperature can drop below what’s comfortable. An RV furnace will warm your rig up fast, but for how long? Well, that’ll depend on a couple of things… including how much propane you’ve got onboard. That’s why …
If your RV furnace isn’t working, there are a number of possibilities as to the reasons why. Depending on the symptoms your furnace is experiencing, you can troubleshoot a non-working RV furnace on your own. This post aims to help you with that process. We’re going to be focusing here on the most typical RV …
An RV propane furnace is among the many great conveniences of a home-on-wheels. Just like in any home, when it’s cold outside and you need to warm the house, you turn the thermostat up, and voila! Within minutes the RV warms up and you’re warm and cozy. It’s almost magical. But what’s behind the magic? …
If you RV in the winter, and especially if you’re parked at one location for a long period of time in colder climates, you may have considered RV skirting. In today’s post, we’re looking at RV skirting for winter to see how effective it is, how much it costs, and whether it’s worth doing. What …
At certain times of the year when driving in areas where the snow falls and ice accumulates, vehicles (RVs included) may need the help of some extra traction. There are snow chains and snow socks on the market that can provide the traction needed, but what’s the difference? And which works better? In today’s post, …