Your home away from home. Your hotel on wheels. Your camper, caravan, mobile tent. Whatever you call it, your RV is an investment in recreation, relaxation, and vacation. When it comes time to store it for a season or longer, you want your RV to be as protected and prepared as possible. Seek out a trusted storage facility with enough space (doesn't hurt to measure), and a secure facility with any extra features you may need. Then, it is time to prepare your vehicle. What is the best way to get your RV ready for storage? Check out these tips: Cover: RV covers come in a variety of sizes and colors. Shop around to also find tire covers, windshield covers, and dashboard covers to keep everything safe from the elements. Check: Check all surfaces thoroughly, inspecting for holes, tears, and cracks, scratches, and dents. Repair and seal damage to exterior and interior surfaces and fabrics. Clean: This is such an important step in storing your RV. Wash and polish inside and out, vacuum, wash fabrics if possible, and remove all food from your RV. Defrost and clean your fridge, and wipe out all drawers. Leave fridge, freezer, closet, and cabinet doors ajar to allow air to circulate. Make sure all awnings and fabrics are completely dry before folding or storing. Change: Before storing, change the oil, check the battery, and follow manufacturer’s instruction for engine maintenance, recommended fuel levels and the use of fuel stabilizer. Check tires and inflate properly. Drain water from tanks and lines. Consider: Think about the season(s) during which you will keep your RV in a Harbor City storage facility. If temperatures will be cold or freezing, you will need to winterize your vehicle properly. Summer brings its own challenges. Talk to your local RV dealership or supplier for more information on properly preparing for different seasons. Different storage facilities offer different options and amenities to keep RVs and other vehicles well-protected. Keep in mind that any repairs that are needed on your RV will need to be completed before you put it in storage. When you are ready to store, be sure to take along documentation related to your vehicle. Call or visit us today to learn more about our self-storage solutions! US Storage Centers 1239 257th Street Harbor City , CA 90710 (424) 208-5738
