Preparing for winter RV storage in Naperville involves a lot more than just the water system, as important as the water system is; there are a number of other details you need to take care of so your RV will be ready to go in the spring.
Start with a good wash: This is important, if you put your RV away and there is any caked mud or road grime mildew can quickly take hold. Wash the awnings, up in the wheel wells, both sides of the tires and the entire body. Make sure it is completely dry before it gets covered by a tarp.
Tires and moving parts: It may not be possible but if you can jack up your RV or better yet, get it up on blocks you will preserve the tires much better because they will not develop flat spots while the RV is in storage. Lubricate any visible moving parts and look for any visible damage that should be repaired such as rust spots, loose mechanical or electrical connections or any other flaw that can get worse in storage.
Vermin proof: Your RV is a magnet for vermin; this can be mice, rats, reptiles and insect infestation. Check the exterior completely making sure there are no openings that vermin can get through. Any animal or insects that manage to gain entrance can do considerable damage, preventing their entry is a lot easier and less expensive than wishing you had come spring.
If you find holes in the body plug them with aluminum or brass wool, don’t use steel wool as it will rust. There are also foam insulation materials commercially available that is great for filling small holes.
To be on the safe side place insect traps inside the RV. Wasps, bees and spiders are attracted by the odor of propane, vent all the lines, disconnect from the tanks and seal the lines with caps.
Perishables: When you are getting ready for RV storage in Naperville don’t forget to remove all food stuff from the cupboards although leaving canned goods in the RV won’t hurt. Defrost the refrigerator and prop the door open so it will not get a stale odor, do the same with your cupboards. While you are at it, remove everything in the bathroom; deodorants, tooth paste, shampoo, etc. These open items can deteriorate and they can attract insects as well.
Give the interior a thorough vacuuming, get under the tables and benches and in the little nooks and crannies. Wipe the surfaces with a mild solution of bleach where it is safe to use as this will kill any bacteria, virus or fungus.
The best place for RV storage in Naperville is Green Machine Towing. At Green Machine Towing you get secure storage, fully gated, monitored and lighted.
