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As
the colder weather sets in, many of us need to prepare
our RVs for the winter, in a ritual we call Winterization.
Safety Note: In order to prevent damage to the RV from
freezing, be sure to winterize your RV. If your not comfortable with winterizing
the plumbing in your RV, leave it to an RV service professional.
The primary reason to winterize is to protect the plumbing
system from freeze damage. As water freezes and thaws,
it expands with amazing force, destroying whatever confines
it. Concrete highways frequently break apart due to freezing
water: our little plastic pipes and appliances don't have
a chance.
Fall is also a good time to clean and examine the roof
for sealant wear or other damage, and repair it. The seams
get tested during the winter and the spring thaw, so renewing
them now will help ensure they withstand the winter and
the upcoming season. It's also a good time to examine doors
and windows for proper seal, and make repairs as necessary.
Slide outs and their seals should also be cleaned and examined,
and slide out seal treatment applied. The mechanism should
be lubricated also, to help protect it.
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