RV Tips : Mold and Mildew

A major cause of mold and mildew is long term storage. Keeping a trailer or camper locked down or under a tarp, can create a very efficient mold and mildew incubator.

Even an RV that is used year round and never put into storage is not immune from mold and mildew. This is because full-time RVers tend to follow the sun to warmer climates which encourages endless mold and mildew growth – especially for those touring Florida and Texas.”

For RV owners these three steps can help keep the problem under control:

1) Inspect – Look for early signs of mold and mildew in places such as shower areas, underneath sinks and stoves, gel coat exteriors, storage compartments, caulking and molding (around windows, doors and sunroofs) ceilings, ceiling vents, vinyl awnings, water and sewerage hook-ups, and refrigerators, dishwashers and washing machines that have not been used for extended periods.

2) Repair – Fix plumbing leaks, drain clogs, roof leaks, damaged caulking or molding and poor bathroom ventilation that can encourage mold and mildew growth.

3) Remove – Treat emerging mold thoroughly with a multi-purpose stain/mildew remover.

Used Travel Trailer

Just got in this 1996 Dutchmen 36FB. This unit sleeps 9. Has 2 door refrigerator, microwave and stove w/ oven. Bunks in the rear of the unit and a separate bedroom in front. this 36 foot RV is selling for just $6,995. You can see more pictures on our website www.briensrv.com or call us toll free at 888-BRIENS-1.

Happy Customers

Our owner Rod considers customer service a top priority. Here are a couple of comments from happy customers, found on www.popupexplorer.com.

My wife and I recently purchased a Forest River Rockwood 2701 SS from Brien's. I have never been treated so well by a dealership. All aspects of the purchase went extremely smooth. From the time a down payment was made until the trailer was pulled off the lot. The sales and service staff were extremely helpful and informative. I would strongly recommend Briens to anyone interested in purchasing a trailer or just looking for a great service department.
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If you are open to some other brands (Rockwood), then I would STRONGLY recommend you check out my new dealer - Briens RV. It is far but the price is well worth it. Case in point, there is a Rockwood dealer located 4 minutes from my house, but I am driving 60 minutes to get to Briens. His pricing is rock bottom. Like RV Wholesalers type prices. Adam hooked me up with this guy. He is a straight shooter and very easy going.
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RV Roof Maintenance

Metal roofs, usually aluminum, are found on many older motorhomes, travel trailers and fifthwheels. Regular cleaning(one or two times a year) and inspection are all that is generally required. A regular automotive wash and wax will work well.

If your motor home, travel trailer or fifthwheel was made in the last 10 years, chances are it has a rubber roof. It's a material called Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM). EPDM manufacturers advise that rubber roof membranes do not require the use of any protective roof treatment or roof protector product. The only maintenance recommended is cleaning the roof four times a year.

If you have an EPDM roof, you may have noticed that the roof surface is chalky. Manufacturers say this is a normal process of age.
Regular cleaning will reduce chalk buildup and minimize white streaks on the sides of your RV. The correct cleaning product is very important for your EPDM rubber roof. Never use cleaners or conditioners containing petroleum solvents, harsh abrasives or citric based cleaners on your EPDM roof. Using such solvents will cause irreparable damage and will most likely void your warranty.

After the roof is clean and before you climb down, be sure to inspect all the roof seams, around vents, etc., to make sure the caulking is still in good condition.

Here are some recommended articles on roof care.

http://www.rvtraveler.com/roof.html
http://www.rverscorner.com/articles/rvroof.html
http://www.protectall.com/artroofcare.htm

HUGE SAVINGS ON 2006 LEFTOVERS!

We still have some 2006 leftover motorhomes and travel trailers in stock.

CLASS A MOTORHOMES
Alfa Leisure Luxury Motorhome Founder 36FD
Alfa Leisure Luxury Motorhome See Ya 40FD

CLASS C MOTORHOMES
Four Winds 31P

TRAVEL TRAILERS
Crossroads Cruiser 30QB
Crossroads Zinger 32QB
Crossroads Zinger 30BH
Dutchmen Aerolite 30BH
Forest River Wildwood 29BH
Forest River Wildwood 21FB
Forest River Wildwood 25BH
Forest River Wildwood 28FK


All leftover RV's come with original manufacturer warranty. You can see pictures of these units on our website Briens RV