When RVs are stored for the winter, it's not uncommon for mice and squirrels to make their winter home in the RV. These rodents are notorious for chewing through vehicle wiring, plastic and rubber components, resulting in extensive damage to the RV. What you want to do is try and prevent mice and other rodents from being able to access your RV. This can be difficult because they can enter the RV through some very small openings. Start by inspecting the underside of your RV for any gaps or holes. Fill these gaps using silicone or expanding foam. Next, open drawers and cabinet doors inside your RV. Look in all of the corners and crevices, especially where plumbing and wiring enter the RV. If you can see any daylight, mice can get in. Fill these areas with silicone or foam.Remove all food from the RV, and clean the RV to remove any remnants of food that might attract mice and other rodents. If you are close to where the RV is stored you may want to use conventional mouse traps and check for mice every week or so.
You will also want to make sure you complete these following steps:
• Defrost the freezer compartment and clean the refrigerator. Leave the doors open and place baking soda in the compartments to absorb any odors.
• If the RV is in long-term storage and won't be plugged in to electricity, it's a good idea to turn off the main breaker in the power distribution panel.
• Turn all LP gas appliances off and turn the LP gas supply valve off.
• Close the window blinds to avoid sun exposure to the carpet, drapes and upholstery.
• Leave doors drawers and cabinets open.
• Clean the A/C filter(s).
• If you have vent covers installed on the overhead vents, that prevent rain from getting inside, leave them cracked open to allow for some ventilation.
• Remove any dry cell batteries from devices like smoke alarms, clocks etc.
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Russ Dean RV
3200 W Octave Street
Pasco, WA 99301
509-545-9500
http://www.russdeanrv.com