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Maintaining your RV’s seals is one of the most important — and often overlooked — parts of RV ownership. Here’s why it matters so much:

1. Prevent Water Damage

The seals around your roof seams, windows, doors, slide-outs, and roof vents are the first line of defense against water intrusion. When they dry out, crack, or separate, rainwater seeps in — leading to rot, mold, and delamination. Even a small leak can turn into thousands of dollars in structural damage hidden behind walls or under flooring. Regular inspection and resealing helps avoid these expensive repairs.

2. Protect Insulation and Structural Integrity

Water entering through bad seals soaks insulation, rusts metal framing, and weakens adhesives holding fiberglass or aluminum skin in place. Over time, this can cause walls to warp or separate, reducing both strength and resale value. Keeping seals flexible and intact maintains your RV’s structure and energy efficiency.

3. Preserve Comfort and Climate Control

Good seals also block out dust, drafts, and pests — keeping your interior cleaner and your heating/cooling systems working efficiently. Poor seals can cause condensation and musty smells inside, especially in humid or coastal climates like BC’s Lower Mainland.

4. Maintain Warranty and Insurance Coverage

Most RV manufacturers require owners to inspect and maintain exterior seals as part of warranty conditions. If water damage occurs and seals are found neglected, warranty or insurance claims may be denied.

5. Protect Your Investment

Your RV is likely one of your biggest recreational investments. Routine seal inspection (every 3–6 months, or before/after each storage season) with reseal or touch-up as needed helps protect that investment long-term.

It is recommend that you inspect your roof, window, door, and slide-out seals every six months, and always before and after storage season. It is also a good idea to check them after traveling long distances due to the vibration and twisting loads placed on the trailer. Touch up or reseal any cracks or gaps as soon as they appear.

Yes. Our technicians use digital moisture meters to detect hidden water inside walls, floors, or ceilings. Even small leaks can be identified early—before they turn into major repairs.

What do the Moisture Reading (%) mean:

0–15% Normal. Dry — no concern.

16–20% Slightly elevated. Keep an eye on it — possible condensation or minor leak.

21–30% High Possible moisture intrusion — inspect seals, roof, windows, and corners.

30–60%+ Very high Active leak or water trapped in wood or insulation — likely rot or delamination. 70%+ Critical Saturated — structural damage or mold growth is likely. Immediate investigation and drying needed.

Trailer and RV wheel bearings should be inspected and serviced every 12 months or 10,000–12,000 km, whichever comes first. Regular servicing prevents premature bearing wear and reduces the risk of hub overheating or wheel failure.

Hot hubs often indicate over-tightened bearings, low grease levels, or dragging brakes. Regular bearing service and brake inspection prevent these issues and help you avoid roadside breakdowns.

If your bearings are in great condition, repacking with fresh grease is usually sufficient. If they show any signs of pitting, discoloration, or scoring, replacement is the safer option. Our technicians will inspect and advise based on the condition.

If the breakaway cable has been pulled, it has likely activated the trailer brakes. The brakes will remain engaged until the cable is reinserted or the system is reset. Inspect the cable and switch for damage before towing again. This typically means that a full brake service is required if the trailer has been driven any distance.

Even if they look fine, RV and trailer tires should typically be replaced every 5–7 years. UV exposure, storage conditions, and load weight all affect tire life. We check date codes and tread condition during each service.

Winterizing protects your engine, plumbing, and systems from freezing and corrosion. We flush out water, add antifreeze, stabilize fuel, and prepare your boat to safely sit through the off-season without damage. A frozen engine will result in cracked block - effectively destroying the engine.

Like a boat, your RV’s plumbing and systems need protection from freezing temperatures. Winterizing removes or replaces water in lines with non-toxic antifreeze to prevent burst pipes, cracked fittings, and costly spring repairs.

Anodes (zinc, aluminum, or magnesium “sacrificial metals”) protect your boat’s underwater metal parts from corrosion. They slowly wear away as they absorb electrical current in the water. Replace them when they’re about 50% depleted to keep your drive, propeller, and engine protected.

The impeller, which circulates cooling water through your engine, should typically be replaced every one to two seasons, depending on use. Rubber impellers can harden or crack over time, and failure can lead to engine overheating.

Milky or frothy oil indicates water contamination — usually caused by a failed head gasket, cracked block, or faulty oil cooler. It’s critical to stop running the engine immediately and have it inspected. Continuing to run it can cause major engine damage.