A Guide to Travel Trailer Service and Repair

Whether you’re getting one of the compact trailers or a big camper for the whole family, travel trailers can be an excellent way to explore new parts of the country and make for a great trip that combines all the fun of the outdoors with the comforts of home. Because they play such a crucial role in your family’s life, you’ll want to make sure you’re spending enough time making sure your rig will continue to run smoothly for years to come. We have provided some tips for at-home trailer service and repair, but if you find you need a more experienced professional to fix a problem, you can always get in touch with our service department.

Maintain Your Seals

Seals are an essential part of keeping moisture and water out of the trailer. They’re installed wherever a cut needs to be made in the frame of the rig, so you’ll probably find them around vents, doors, and windows. One tear can leave you vulnerable to leaking and water damage, so use a seal conditioner to keep them from drying out and use silicone sealant to repair small holes and tears you may find.

Inspect Your Appliances 

One of the best parts of using a travel trailer to camp in is the convenience of amenities that come with it. From a full kitchen that includes a microwave and stove to televisions to central heating and cooling, there are a lot of great appliances and features that make camping in your travel trailer more comfortable. This is why you won’t want to find out on the road that one of them isn’t working. Hook up your rig to a power source and test out each appliance to make sure that it’s working.

Lubricate Various Components

Another important seal you’ll want to maintain is around any slide-outs you may have. And while you’re there, you’ll want to make sure that particular area is properly lubricated. If these parts grind together, it can lead to a wide host of problems. Use dry slide-out lubricant on the bars and tracks to ensure everything is going to continue to work properly. Look for other moving parts around your trailer that could do with some lubrication, like door hinges and locks.

While there’s a lot you can do at home, there are some trailer service and repair issues that you may not be able to see or can easily miss. That’s why you’ll want an expert to inspect it periodically. When that time comes, stop by Sterling Trailer Sales in Dunmore, AB, and we’ll help you with your concerns. We welcome all our patrons from Medicine Hat, Medicine Hat, and Brooks, so get in touch with us today!