Winterisation

It doesn’t matter whether your caravan/motorhome is at home, on a site or in storage over the winter months, you must still ensure it’s properly prepared to protect it from the elements

If you’re not planning to use your Caravan / Motorhome over winter, taking some time now to carry out a series of measures will mean opening the door for the first time in the spring shouldn’t present you with any nasty surprises such as an invasion of rodents or a widespread damp problem.

Also, start making a list of in-Caravan/Motorhome items you’ll want to bring home with you. These could include clothing, bedding, towelling, curtains and electrical items and keeping them at home will prevent them from getting damaged if a problem does arise.

There are ways in which you can minimise the risk of condensation and dampness causing damage to your Caravan/Motorhome and any belongings left behind.

Bowls of salt left dotted around the place will absorb dampness as will dehumidifying crystals, which are available from DIY shops. Stacking upholstery in the middle of the lounge area will also protect them from the damp.

Frozen water in pipes is also a potential danger so before leaving your ‘van for winter drain the system down by turning off the water system and opening all the taps remove shower head,Leave the fridge door open and any cupboard or wardrobe door to prevent them from smelling musty and attracting damp and check that fixed ventilation points are not obstructed.

Drain the cassette toilet (the drain point is normally inside the external door) and use plugs to block the sink and keep the toilet lid closed to ensure any unwanted rodent visitors from gaining entry. If the toilet/graywaste has been drained consider stuffing the u-bend with newspaper as an extra preventative measure.

Before doing anything to prepare your Caravan/Motorhome, it might be worth booking it in for its annual service during the winter as whoever will carry out the work is likely to be less busy.

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