YEAR-ROUND OVERVIEW
Seasonal Maintenance Checklist
A quick reference for what to check each season, with links to the full guide for anything that needs more depth. This page won’t repeat what’s already covered elsewhere — it just tells you when to go look.
JUMP TO A SEASON
Spring: Getting Back on the Road
DON’T ASSUME STORAGE WAS KIND TO IT
— De-winterize the water system — full procedure in the Winterization Guide
— Full roof and seal inspection before the first trip — see the Roof service page
— Check tire pressure and inspect for winter flat-spotting or sidewall cracking — see the Tires, TPMS & Brakes Guide
— Test the breakaway switch and inspect brake magnets before towing season starts
— Run the generator under load and change oil/filter if due — see the Generator Guide
— Check battery state of charge and bring lithium up from storage percentage — see the Electrical & Power Systems service page
Summer: Heavy-Use Season
MOST SYSTEMS ARE WORKING HARDEST NOW
— Clean AC air filters and condenser coils monthly during heavy use — see the Dometic AC Guide for the performance test
— Check tire pressure before every trip — hot pavement and full loads are the worst combination for tire heat
— Monitor solar/battery performance in peak sun — check for shading issues as trees leaf out
— Keep an eye on holding tank levels and sensor accuracy with more frequent use — see the Holding Tank Guide
— Awning wind sensor checks before storm season in your travel area — see the Dometic Awning section
Fall: Last Trips & Prep
CATCH PROBLEMS BEFORE THE FIRST FREEZE, NOT AFTER
— Last roof/seal inspection of the season while it’s still easy to work on the roof — see the Roof service page
— Check furnace/DSI ignition before you need heat on a cold trip
— Inspect propane regulator and detector age — see the LP Gas service page
— Plan your winterizing date around your local first-freeze forecast, not a calendar date
— Address any deferred maintenance now — it’s much easier to get a service appointment before the seasonal rush
Winter Storage
FULL PROCEDURE IN THE WINTERIZATION GUIDE
— Full water system winterizing, battery storage prep, tire care, and rodent-proofing all covered step by step in the Winterization & De-Winterization Guide
— If you full-time or use the rig year-round in cold climates instead of storing it, see tank heater guidance in the Holding Tank Guide
OUR TOOL KIT
Seasonal maintenance gear
Dicor 501LSW self-leveling lap sealant — The right sealant for horizontal seams, vents and fixtures on EPDM and TPO roofs.
Camco RV blowout plug with brass quick connect — Threads onto the city-water inlet so you can blow the lines out with a compressor. Keep it under 40 psi.
NOCO GENIUS10 smart charger/maintainer — Keeps the house or chassis battery topped up in storage or between trips, including lithium.
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