Keep Your Water Flowing This Winter in Your RV!
When winter rolls in and temperatures drop, frozen water lines can quickly turn your RV adventure into a frosty nightmare. Don’t let Jack Frost win—here are five practical and creative tips to keep your water from freezing while RVing this winter:
1. Wrap It Up in Style
Invest in high-quality pipe insulation or heat tape and wrap those exposed water lines snugly like a holiday gift. Bonus points if you imagine them as candy canes—just don’t add glitter (your RV will thank you).
2. Skirting for the Win
RV skirting isn’t just for aesthetics—it’s a game-changer! Adding a cozy skirt around your RV traps heat underneath and helps prevent pipes from freezing. Think of it as giving your rig its very own winter coat!
3. Keep It Dripping
A trickle of running water can work wonders in extreme cold. Let your faucets drip slowly overnight to keep water moving through the lines. It’s like a lullaby for your pipes—calm, steady, and unfrozen.
4. Tank it Up
Use your freshwater holding tank instead of connecting to the city water supply during freezing temperatures. Disconnect the hose and store it indoors when not in use, and rely on your onboard tank to keep things flowing (no ice cubes included).
5. Heat It to Beat It
Consider adding a small heated blanket or heat lamp in your water bay to keep the cold at bay. Just make sure it’s RV-safe and properly ventilated—because nobody likes a toasty water pipe mishap!
Winter RVing can be magical if you’re prepared. With these tips, you’ll stay hydrated and frost-free while enjoying the snowy season. 🏕️❄️