After purchasing an RV, many owners assume they have to return to the selling dealership. There are RV repair options that let owners address maintenance or repairs without returning to the dealership.
Depending on the work type, an independent RV repair shop can be another option.
This simplifies choosing from RV repair options for your RV.
Routine RV Maintenance
Many common maintenance services don’t necessarily require a trip back to the selling dealer. Depending on your RV and warranty requirements, an independent repair facility may be able to help with:
- Roof and sealant inspections
- Wheel bearing and brake service
- Suspension inspections
- Slide-out maintenance
- Appliance service
- Electrical and plumbing repairs
- Battery and solar systems
- Awning and slide topper service
- Preventative inspections
Keeping records of maintenance and repairs is essential.
Document RV repair options for future reference.
Customer-Pay RV Repairs
If you’re paying for a repair yourself, you generally have more flexibility in choosing a qualified facility.
An independent RV repair shop that focuses primarily on service, diagnostics and repairs may be a good choice, especially when the problem requires troubleshooting rather than simply replacing a component.
RV Upgrades
You also don’t necessarily need to return to the dealer for upgrades or RV repair options.
Suspension systems, disc brakes, solar, batteries, inverters, hitches, awnings and many other RV upgrades can be installed by experienced independent RV repair facilities.
RV Inspections
Independent inspections can be valuable even after you’ve purchased your RV.
A professional inspection may uncover roof concerns, water intrusion, suspension wear, brake problems, sealant deterioration or other maintenance issues before they become larger repairs.
What About Manufacturer Warranty Work?
Warranty repairs can be different.
Manufacturers may require prior authorization, specific documentation or repairs to be performed by an authorized facility. If you believe a problem should be covered under warranty, contact the RV manufacturer before authorizing repairs.
Extended service contracts and insurance repairs may also have their own authorization procedures.
Choose the Right Shop for the Repair
The most important consideration isn’t always where you purchased your RV. It’s finding a repair facility with experience working on the system or problem you’re dealing with.
Ask about the shop’s experience, diagnostic process and whether authorization is needed before work begins.
Looking for RV Service in Northern California?
California RV Specialists LLC in Lodi provides professional RV maintenance, diagnostics, inspections, repairs and upgrades for RV owners throughout Northern California.
California RV Specialists LLC
200 S. Cherokee Lane, Lodi, CA 95240
209-263-7040
You purchased the RV—but that doesn’t mean you’re limited to one service department for everything it may need throughout its life.
