Whether you’re wrapping up your camping season or your trailer is your year-round home, I know managing heat and condensation becomes increasingly important this time of year.
Fall conditions in an RV, trailer, or camper:
It’s September in northwestern Wyoming, and we’re facing freezing temperatures that dipped into the 20s overnight. Not exactly comfortable!
In this short video, I’m giving you a look at how we’re managing these unexpected cold snaps in our RV. I’ll be covering some crucial topics that every RV owner should know about:
- Dealing with condensation in cold weather
- The challenges of using heat pumps and propane heaters in freezing temperatures
- Why we chose an RV park for electricity access during this cold spell
- How we’re adapting our water usage to prevent pipe freezing
I also touch on the broader implications of humidity and condensation in buildings, which is critical to preventing mold and water damage, whether you’re in an RV or a traditional home.
We’re sharing our experience in hopes that it might help you prepare for those curveballs Mother Nature might throw your way. If you just want to see what it’s like to camp when the temperature takes a nosedive, give this video a watch. Stay warm out there, folks!
If you are thinking of taking on long-term RV living, van life, converting a School Bus (schoolie), or even building a tiny home, my “Tiny Homes, Trailers, and RVs” class is a great way to learn the pros and cons of these alternative home choices and how you can go in with more knowledge to avoid costly mistakes.
You can purchase it on its own, or as part of the whole bundle of “Building Expert Masterclasses” on this page.
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Cheryl Ciecko is an ALA, LEED AP, Licensed Architect who helps homeowners and building professionals create safe homes through online education to prevent mold, water damage, and poor indoor air quality.
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