The sun is shining, the snow is thawing – adventure season is right around the corner. Is your RV ready for fun in 2025? Are you confident you’ve covered all the essential maintenance tasks? B&B RV Inc., your local Denver RV dealer, is here to help with our free RV maintenance checklist. Download it now and ensure your next adventure is a success.

Why is it Important to use an RV Maintenance Checklist?

An RV maintenance checklist is an essential guide for protecting your investment and ensuring safe, enjoyable adventures. In Denver, where climate and terrain vary, regular motorhome upkeep is crucial. Following a checklist can prevent costly breakdowns by ensuring that no task is overlooked, from tire checks to electrical inspections. It enhances safety by providing a systematic approach to vital systems like brakes and propane. Plus, it simplifies seasonal maintenance, like winterization, which is key in Colorado. Ultimately, let this free checklist offer peace of mind, so you can focus on the joy of RVing.

Our Free RV Maintenance Checklist

At B&B RV, we believe that every RV adventure should be worry-free. That’s why we’ve created this comprehensive, free RV maintenance checklist for 2025. This checklist covers essential tasks to keep your RV in peak condition, from routine inspections to seasonal preparations to cover all your motorhome repair necessities.

Exterior:

• Inspect the roof for leaks and damage:
  • Carefully examine the entire roof surface for cracks, tears, or soft spots.
• • Pay close attention to seams, vents, and skylights.
  • Use a sealant designed for RV roofs to repair any damage.
• Check seals around windows and doors:
  • Inspect the caulking and weather stripping for cracks or deterioration.
• • Ensure that all seals are intact and creating a tight barrier against moisture.
  • Replace any damaged seals with appropriate RV-grade sealant.
• Inspect and clean awnings:
  • Extend the awning and inspect for tears, holes, or mold.
• • Clean the awning with a mild soap and water solution.
  • Allow the awning to dry completely before retracting it.
• Check exterior lights and reflectors:
  • Test all exterior lights, including headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals.
• • Ensure that reflectors are clean and visible.
  • Replace any burned-out bulbs.
• Inspect tires for wear and pressure:
  • Check tire pressure with a reliable gauge and inflate to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.
• • Inspect tires for signs of wear, such as uneven tread or sidewall damage.
  • Rotate tires as needed.
• Check and lubricate hitches and leveling jacks:
  • Inspect hitches and leveling jacks for damage or corrosion.
• • Lubricate moving parts with a suitable lubricant.
  • Ensure that leveling jacks are functioning correctly.

Interior:

• Test smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors:
  • Test each detector according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• • Replace batteries as needed.
  • Ensure that detectors are properly positioned.
• Inspect and clean appliances (refrigerator, stove, etc.):
  • Clean the refrigerator’s interior and exterior.
• • Inspect and clean the stove burners and oven.
  • Check and clean the range hood filter.
• Check plumbing for leaks and clogs:
  • Inspect all plumbing connections for leaks.
• • Check drains for clogs and clear as needed.
  • Test the water pump and water heater.
• Test and clean air conditioning and heating systems:
  • Clean or replace air conditioner filters.
• • Test the air conditioner and heater to ensure proper operation.
  • Clean vents and ducts.
• Inspect and clean holding tanks:
  • Empty and flush the gray and black water tanks.
• • Inspect the tanks for leaks or damage.
  • Use a tank treatment to prevent odors.
• Test all interior lighting:
  • Test all interior lights, including overhead lights, reading lights, and accent lights.
  • Replace any burned-out bulbs.

Mechanical:

• Check engine oil and fluids:
  • Check engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and transmission fluid levels.
• • Top off fluids as needed.
  • Change oil and filters according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Inspect belts and hoses:
  • Inspect belts for cracks, fraying, or looseness.
• • Inspect hoses for leaks, cracks, or swelling.
  • Replace any damaged belts or hoses.
• Test brakes and suspension:
  • Test the brakes for proper operation.
• • Inspect the suspension for signs of wear or damage.
  • Check shock absorbers and struts.
• Check battery condition and connections:
  • Clean battery terminals and check for corrosion.
• • Test battery voltage and charge.
  • Ensure that battery connections are secure.
• Inspect and test the generator:
  • Start the generator and check for proper operation.
• • Inspect the generator for leaks or damage.
  • Change the generator oil and filter as needed.
• Test the propane system for leaks:
  • Use a propane leak detector to check for leaks at all connections.
• • Inspect propane hoses and regulators for damage.
  • Ensure that the propane tank is properly secured.

Seasonal:

• Winterize plumbing system (if applicable):
  • Drain all water from the plumbing system.
• • Add RV antifreeze to the plumbing system.
  • Bypass the water heater.
• De-winterize plumbing system (if applicable):
  • Flush the RV antifreeze from the plumbing system.
• • Sanitize the water system.
  • Reconnect the water heater.
• Check and maintain the battery during storage:
  • Disconnect the battery from the RV.
• • Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
  • Check the battery charge periodically and recharge as needed.
• Inspect and treat the roof for UV protection:
  • Clean the roof surface.
• • Apply a UV protectant designed for RV roofs.
  • Reapply UV protectant according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Why You Can Trust Us to Keep the Adventure Alive

At B&B RV, we’re dedicated to every aspect of your RV journey – from helping you find the perfect RV to ensuring it is always adventure-ready. We’re not just about fixing RVs; we’re about fueling your adventures, whether you’re buying, renting, or maintaining your home on wheels.

Our team combines certified technicians with experienced sales and rental specialists, all passionate about the RV lifestyle. We’re committed to providing expert service across all our departments. We stay up-to-date with industry standards, use quality parts, and maintain a diverse fleet, ensuring you have the best experience possible. We believe in transparency and clear communication, whether you’re inquiring about a new RV, scheduling a repair, or planning a rental trip.

As a part of the Denver RV community, we understand the unique challenges of RVing in this region. From mountain driving to seasonal weather changes, we’re here to provide personalized advice and support for all your RV needs. Whether you’re looking to purchase, service, or rent an RV, we’re here to help you make informed decisions. When you choose B&B RV, you’re choosing a partner dedicated to your complete RV experience. We’re here to help you keep the adventure coming, mile after mile, through expert sales, reliable service, and convenient rentals