DIY CARAVAN HEALTH CHECKS

OWNING A CARAVAN can be expensive, but getting into the habit of carrying out some quick checks every few months or so – or at least before you set out on significant trips – can help you spot problems early, before they develop into a failure or an expensive repair job.

Now, with lead times on many parts extended because of the three-headed monster known as CovidBrexitWar, it’s not just cost you need to worry about, either – you might miss your holiday entirely if those parts are on back order.

And many, many things are (ask anyone who has recently ordered an electric vehicle!). So it’s more important than ever to look after your stuff and maximise its longevity.

Batteries

We’ve said it before, but we’ll say it again – 12V power is crucial for running all of the elements in your caravan and with a flat battery, all you have is a 230V extension cable on wheels. Unless you are plugged into the mains, nothing works.

That 12V leisure battery powers the lighting circuit, the water pump, the toilet flush, the fridge, the heating system and the cooker/hob ignition.