If you find that it is too cold to keep your RV on your own property, it is time to find a place to store it. Most people use their RV during the spring and summer seasons when they can take trips during the warm weather. However, they are rarely used as often in the cold weather season. If you simply park it on your property with no protection from the elements, you might find that it needs extensive repairs before you can use it again. Here are some options for storing your RV.
Heated Garage
If you live somewhere that deals with a lot of snow, ice, and below-freezing temperatures, you might want to consider storing your RV in a heated garage. There are many places that sell heated and enclosed garages that fit large vehicles, such as RVs and even boats. You won't need to prepare your RV quite as much in this case, because it will remain at the right temperature throughout the winter season. Expect to pay a little more for this type of storage, but for good reason.
Self-Storage Unit
A great option for storing your RV, that is both affordable and convenient, is renting a storage space from a facility like Diaz Super Storage. There are self-storage units that are covered and meant for larger vehicles, including RVs. Most self-storage units put aside a few units for large vehicles, and many have climate control so you don't deal with damage from the freezing cold temperatures. All you need to do is park your RV in the storage unit, and go back occasionally to re-charge the battery or do minor maintenance. The cost of the unit is going to be based on the length of storage you need for your RV.
Steel Building at Home
If you are adamant about having the RV stored at home, you can have a steel-paneled building constructed on the side of your house, or behind it if you have room to drive the RV by the side of your house. This lets you keep the RV close by, and over the years you can save money this way. While you do need to pay the investment the first time it is built, the next several years you don't have this added expense. The steel will keep the RV protected from rain, snow and sleet, and it won't be damaged by the cold.
These three options allow you to store your RV when it won't be in use for a while, and ensure its protection when temperatures drop below zero.
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