Road Trip
5 Things to Check Before Driving Your RV to the Florida Keys
The Overseas Highway is one of the best RV drives in America, but it's also one of the worst places to break down. There's no shoulder, no cell service in spots, and tow trucks charge a premium to reach you on the bridges. Before you head south from Stuart, make sure these five systems are solid. We see at least two of these fail every month on rigs headed that way.
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Electrical
Why Stuart's Salt Air Is Hard on RV Electrical Systems
If you've been parked within a few miles of the Indian River Lagoon or the coast, your RV's electrical connections are corroding faster than you think. We break down what happens to shore power plugs, battery terminals, and circuit boards in Martin County's salt-heavy air.
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Heating
RV Furnace Maintenance for Snowbirds Arriving in Martin County
Your RV sat all summer in a northern driveway. Now you're in Stuart and the furnace won't fire. Mud daubers in the burner tube, a dead sail switch, or corroded igniter contacts - here's what to check before your first cold night.
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Roof
How to Protect Your RV Roof from Florida's UV Damage
Florida's UV index hits 11+ for six months a year. That's brutal on EPDM and TPO membranes. We explain how fast sealant breaks down in south Florida, what a proper roof maintenance schedule looks like here, and the one product we've seen actually extend roof life by 3-4 years.
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Slide-Outs
RV Slide-Out Problems? Here's What's Probably Going On
The slide goes halfway and stops. Or it makes a grinding noise. Or it won't budge at all. Before you panic, here are the four most common slide-out failures we see on service calls in Martin County, ranked by how often they happen and what they cost to fix.
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Plumbing
The Real Cost of Ignoring an RV Water Leak
A small drip behind the wall seems harmless for a week or two. But water damage in an RV spreads fast, and by the time you smell mold or feel a soft spot in the floor, a $150 repair has turned into a $2,000 job. We walk through what happens and when to call someone.
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Advice
Should You DIY or Call a Tech? An Honest Guide
Some RV repairs are fine to do yourself. Others will cost you more if you try. We put together a straightforward list of what's safe to tackle in your campsite, what needs a pro, and the gray area in between where it depends on your comfort level.
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