Inspect the Actual RV Before You Commit
Photos and specifications are useful for creating a shortlist, but an in-person or qualified inspection can reveal details that a listing cannot. Look at the roof, seals, sidewalls, windows, storage compartments, underbody, tires and date codes. Inside, test lights, outlets, charging, water pump, faucets, toilet, water heater, refrigerator, furnace and air conditioner when conditions allow. Check for odors, stains, soft flooring or wall areas that can indicate moisture. Operate slide-outs, leveling equipment, awnings and generator if equipped. On a motorhome, review chassis service, warning lights, brakes and fluids. Record any system that cannot be tested as unverified rather than assuming it works.