When To Seek Out RV Service

There are plenty of maintenance tasks that you can readily perform at home on your RV with the right tools and know-how. But you can’t always fix every single thing that could go wrong with your RV, and it’s also a good idea to have it professionally serviced every now and again.

So when is it necessary to take your RV into a service department and what can you expect from the experience? Continue reading to learn more about seeking RV service. 

How Often Does My RV Need Service?

You’re likely curious to know exactly how often you need to take your RV into a service center. The answer typically depends upon how many miles you drive with your camper. The rule of thumb is that you’ll need to have fluids changed out in a motorhome every 3,000 miles, while the larger systems on your RV, such as the water, furnace and heating or cooling, should be inspected after every 10,000 miles.

Those who don’t use their campers very often will likely visit the service department less, but that’s only if you make sure that you’re keeping up with regular maintenance tasks at home so that your camper doesn’t fall into disrepair in the meantime. Perform a thorough inspection of your RV every six months to ensure there isn’t anything major wrong, such as a leak or a broken part.

What Can I Expect From an RV Service Visit?

First and foremost, try to make an appointment for service if you can. Bringing your RV in without an appointment is not going to make a service team very happy and it’s likely they won’t even have time or space to accommodate you. If you take the time to schedule your appointment, you can guarantee your spot and ensure that you get prompt service.

Make a list of the things you’d like the mechanics to check over for you. Take note of any issues you may have been having that could prompt the visit and be as thorough as possible. The more information you provide your mechanic, the faster they can get to the bottom of whatever needs to be fixed.

When you’re ready to bring your RV into the Herold Trailer Sales service department, get in touch with us to schedule your appointment. Our mechanics will be more than happy to help repair your RV however they can.

Looking to buy? Drop by our dealership in Indianola, IA, to check our our wide stock of new and used RVs for sale in many different styles. Talk to our staff if you’d like assistance with financing options. Herold Trailer Sales proudly serves the cities of Des Moines, IA, and Omaha, NE.