The TRUTH about RV “codes and standards”
People spreading misinformation..again. Here’s what you need to know. Mis-information strikes again. In a recent video, “That RV Technician,” on TikTok, claimed that “RVs are not covered by the NEC (National Electrical Code).” He goes on to say that it is covered only by RVIA and goes on to criticize them, saying that the RVIA […]
Is Your RV Safety Detector Sounding?
Here’s what to do Recreation Vehicles are equipped with up to three types of safety detectors, depending on the size and design of the RV, as mandated in the NFPA 1192 standards. For your safety, these detectors must be in place and operational so they can notify you if there is a problem. Unfortunately, false […]
WATCH THIS LIVE Simulcast: Don’t Buy This Junk!
We talk things you SHOULD NOT buy for your RV that are dangerous or a waste of money! Mike Sokol and I will be doing a LIVE SIMULCAST next Thursday, Oct 24, at 7:00 pm Eastern Time, discussing some of the things you SHOULD NOT buy for your RV. A few are a waste of […]
Welcome to the NEW RV-PHD.com
We’re super excited you’re here! (We’re excited to be here, too!) “Content creation can be a beast when you’re trying to make a living! I admire your energy and persistence. Wishing you every success! Keep up with the great content!Julie and Marc BennettBestselling Authors of RV Hacks and Living the RV Lifehello@rvlove.comwww.rvlove.com“ I was so […]
This is Why to Certify RV Technicians
I met a dealership employee who turns wrenches on RVs some time ago who told me about how he has many years in the business, is self-taught, and doesn’t have time for this “training crap.” It’s all about getting billable hours, he told me. Among the dealers he worked for was a company that emphasized […]
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Quick Tip – RV Propane Alarm
Propane alarms are an essential safety device every RV with propane onboard has. This quick tip is about testing and maintaining your alarm and what to do if it sounds. About Detectors Propane detectors in RVs are hardwired to the 12-volt DC power system and are no more than 20 inches off the RV floor. […]
Azdel
Over the years, one of the biggest problems I have seen with RVs is water damage from body leaks. Bad things happen when roofs, walls, and floors are subjected to water. Damage ranges from mold and mildew intrusion to structural damage. The damage can be extensive, even leading to the RV being a total loss. […]
Sanitize your Water System
Water cleanliness and safety are of primary importance to RVers, and for good reason. Because we travel from location to location with our water system in tow, we never really know the quality of the water we’re putting in our RV, and we need to maintain the system in the RV in a clean and […]
Winterizing with RV Antifreeze
I am often asked about using RV antifreeze to winterize the water system in an RV. There are questions about what it is, how to use it if necessary, and if it is safe. The RV PHD Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or […]