{"id":11272,"date":"2023-11-08T14:15:30","date_gmt":"2023-11-08T21:15:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog2.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=11272"},"modified":"2024-01-29T15:24:07","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T22:24:07","slug":"how-long-camper-winterized","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/how-long-camper-winterized\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Can a Camper Stay Winterized?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You winterized your RV last year and are anxiously awaiting the day you get to bring it out again <em>(as soon as the freezing temperatures stop and the cold weather fades into spring, of course).&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But <strong>then life happens<\/strong>. Sadly, you find that your yearly RV trips out of state aren&rsquo;t going to happen this year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, you&rsquo;re wondering, <em>&ldquo;Will my RV stay winterized until the next RV season?&rdquo;<\/em> And if so, <em>what kind of maintenance will I need to perform on my camper if I&rsquo;m not planning on using it for a full year?<\/em> For some, these questions are just the tip of the iceberg. Other questions that may come to mind include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Can you just leave it winterized?<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>How long can a camper stay winterized without risking damage?<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Is there a preferred method of winterizing a camper for long-term storage?<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A standard <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/ultimate-guide-how-to-winterize-a-camper-or-travel-trailer\/\">winterization<\/a> only lasts a few months. But there are ways to prepare your camper for long-term storage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-long-can-you-leave-a-camper-winterized\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Can You Leave a Camper Winterized?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"682\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAABAAAAAKqAQMAAACehL5yAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAGtJREFUeNrtwQEBAAAAgiD\/r25IQAEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAC8G1e5AAGKa6yjAAAAAElFTkSuQmCC\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-11273 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-1024x682.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-380x253.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-1160x773.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-760x507.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-1100x733.jpg 1100w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-1600x1066.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Winterized-RV-in-text.jpg 2000w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The length of time a camper can remain winterized <strong>depends <\/strong>on <em>a) how you winterize your camper<\/em> and <em>b) what kind of climate you&rsquo;re in.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, <strong>a camper can stay winterized for 2-3 years, <\/strong>even where freezing temperatures last for several months. However, the method you use to winterize your RV may determine what condition your RV is in when you get back to it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-the-winterization-method-affects-duration\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How the Winterization Method Affects Duration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are <strong>two main methods for winterizing your RV<\/strong>. The method you use will determine how long you can keep it winterized. You can either a) <em>use RV antifreeze <\/em>or b) <em>blow out the lines of your RV<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"using-rv-antifreeze-for-winterizing-your-rv\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Using RV Antifreeze for Winterizing your RV<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This first method involves pumping non-toxic antifreeze <em>(also known as the &ldquo;pink stuff&rdquo;) <\/em>through your RV plumbing. This mixture keeps seals from drying out or expanding in the severe cold and causing damage&mdash;which is a necessity in particularly dry climates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now, when you use RV antifreeze, you typically<strong> <em>do<\/em> <\/strong>have to check your antifreeze levels to make sure they don&rsquo;t drop too low. If they do, just top it off with fresh antifreeze. But generally, this method should last a couple of years because the antifreeze doesn&rsquo;t evaporate quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using RV antifreeze to winterize your camper keeps the moving parts in good condition, but it has its disadvantages too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you leave the non-toxic antifreeze in your plumbing for a long time, it&rsquo;s hard to get that <strong>slight taste of antifreeze<\/strong> out of your water. It also <strong>takes longer to de-winterize<\/strong> because you need to flush the camper&rsquo;s water system multiple times with fresh water and dispose of the flushed antifreeze properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"in_post\">\n    <div class=\"control\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=RV%20Storage&amp;storing=RV\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'first in post', version: '2.2'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n\t\t  <div class=\"first-in-post-cta\">\r\n\t\t    <header>\r\n\t\t      <h2 id=\"how-neighbor-is-changing-rv-storage\">How Neighbor is changing RV storage<\/h2>\r\n\t\t    <\/header>\r\n\t\t    <section>\r\n\t\t      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n\t\t        <div class=\"service-option-icon\">\r\n\t\t          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" viewbox=\"0 0 60 60\" fill=\"none\">\r\n\t\t            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M13.125 9.375C11.0539 9.375 9.375 11.0539 9.375 13.125V46.875C9.375 48.9461 11.0539 50.625 13.125 50.625H46.875C48.9461 50.625 50.625 48.9461 50.625 46.875V13.125C50.625 11.0539 48.9461 9.375 46.875 9.375H13.125ZM28.125 16.875C28.125 15.8395 28.9645 15 30 15C31.0355 15 31.875 15.8395 31.875 16.875V20.625H35.625C36.6605 20.625 37.5 21.4645 37.5 22.5C37.5 23.5355 36.6605 24.375 35.625 24.375H26.25C25.2145 24.375 24.375 25.2145 24.375 26.25C24.375 27.2855 25.2145 28.125 26.25 28.125H33.75C36.8566 28.125 39.375 30.6434 39.375 33.75C39.375 36.8566 36.8566 39.375 33.75 39.375H31.875V43.125C31.875 44.1605 31.0355 45 30 45C28.9645 45 28.125 44.1605 28.125 43.125V39.375H22.5C21.4645 39.375 20.625 38.5355 20.625 37.5C20.625 36.4645 21.4645 35.625 22.5 35.625H33.75C34.7855 35.625 35.625 34.7855 35.625 33.75C35.625 32.7145 34.7855 31.875 33.75 31.875H26.25C23.1434 31.875 20.625 29.3566 20.625 26.25C20.625 23.1434 23.1434 20.625 26.25 20.625H28.125V16.875Z\" fill=\"#005EB8\"><\/path>\r\n\t\t          <\/svg>\r\n\t\t        <\/div>\r\n\t\t        <h3 id=\"transparent-monthly-savings\">Transparent monthly savings<\/h3>\r\n\t\t        <p>Renters save 30-50% on RV storage, on average. 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This method involves using an air compressor to remove water from the plumbing system, which is ideal for RVers who prefer not to use <a href=\"https:\/\/sciencing.com\/info-8573984-effects-antifreeze-environment.html\" target=\"_blank\">RV antifreeze for environmental reasons<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This alternative method is a popular option among RV owners who winter in warmer, more humid climates&mdash;climates where damage due to dried-out plumbing parts is less likely.<em> <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While blowing out lines can be an effective winterization method, you need to use the proper tools to make sure you&rsquo;re not contaminating your lines.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To blow out lines, you&rsquo;ll need the following tools:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>An air compressor<\/strong>: This generates the necessary air pressure to blow out the water from the lines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A blowout plug or adapter<\/strong>: This connects the air compressor to the RV&rsquo;s plumbing system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>An RV winterization kit<\/strong>: Your kit should include a filter that will safeguard your lines from contamination while you&rsquo;re removing water from the plumbing system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tools for removing RV caps<\/strong>: These are needed to access the plumbing system.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a first step, connect the air compressor to the blowout plug or adapter. Then, activate the air compressor by blowing water from the plumbing system through the low-point drains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When using an air compressor to blow out lines, ensure the air pressure is not too high, as this could damage the plumbing system.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even when using the blowout method for winterization, you should funnel a <strong><em>small <\/em>amount of RV antifreeze<\/strong> in your sewage systems and some appliance water lines to protect the seals from drying out (and to keep the ball joint lubricated). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"preventive-measures-and-maintenance-during-winterization\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preventive Measures and Maintenance During Winterization<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since you&rsquo;re going to be keeping your RV winterized for a long period of time, it&rsquo;s even more important to perform preventive maintenance now to prevent costly repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"inspect-seals-and-roof\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inspect Seals and Roof<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visual examinations of seals, roofs, and plumbing systems components can help you identify any signs of damage, deterioration, or water leaks. Regular maintenance will ensure they remain in good condition throughout the winter months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"protect-the-plumbing-system-and-water-lines\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protect the Plumbing System and Water Lines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pipes freezing is a good way to ruin your RV plumbing. Water lines, water heaters, freshwater tanks, and holding tanks are all a part of your camper&rsquo;s water system. And you want it to work when you need it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want your RV water system to work when you need it (post-winter), you&rsquo;ll need to keep the p traps, bypass valves, and all the tanks from drying out due to the cold weather. Luckily, antifreeze can do just the trick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Yes<\/em>, RV antifreeze keeps your pipes from freezing, but it also protects these other parts of your RV plumbing when temperatures drop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<html><body><div id=\"2_in_post\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/search?can_store_vehicle=true&amp;overrideTitle=RV%20Storage&amp;storing=RV\" onclick=\"rudderanalytics.track('press editorial cta button', {location: 'second in post', version: '2.0'}, () =&gt; { console.log('track call'); });\">\r\n  <div class=\"second-in-post-cta\">\r\n    <section>\r\n      <div class=\"service-option\">\r\n        <h2 id=\"save-up-to-1200-year-on-rv-storage-parking\">Save up to $1,200\/year on RV storage &amp; parking<\/h2>\r\n        <button>Search in your area\r\n          <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"25\" height=\"24\" viewbox=\"0 0 25 24\" fill=\"none\">\r\n            <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M11 2.90625C9.4981 2.90625 8.02993 3.35162 6.78114 4.18603C5.53236 5.02044 4.55905 6.20642 3.98429 7.594C3.40954 8.98157 3.25916 10.5084 3.55217 11.9815C3.84517 13.4545 4.56841 14.8076 5.63041 15.8696C6.69242 16.9316 8.04549 17.6548 9.51854 17.9478C10.9916 18.2408 12.5184 18.0905 13.906 17.5157C14.4508 17.29 14.9646 17.0029 15.4382 16.6618L19.5132 20.7368C19.9892 21.2127 20.7608 21.2127 21.2368 20.7368C21.7127 20.2608 21.7127 19.4892 21.2368 19.0132L17.1618 14.9382C17.2137 14.8661 17.2645 14.793 17.314 14.7189C18.1484 13.4701 18.5938 12.0019 18.5938 10.5C18.5938 8.48601 17.7937 6.55451 16.3696 5.13041C14.9455 3.7063 13.014 2.90625 11 2.90625ZM14.7493 14.0398C14.9463 13.8311 15.1264 13.6054 15.2873 13.3647C15.8538 12.5167 16.1562 11.5198 16.1562 10.5C16.1562 9.13248 15.613 7.82096 14.646 6.85398C13.679 5.887 12.3675 5.34375 11 5.34375C9.98019 5.34375 8.98328 5.64616 8.13534 6.21273C7.2874 6.77931 6.62651 7.58461 6.23625 8.52679C5.84599 9.46897 5.74387 10.5057 5.94283 11.5059C6.14178 12.5061 6.63287 13.4249 7.35398 14.146C8.0751 14.8671 8.99385 15.3582 9.99407 15.5572C10.9943 15.7561 12.031 15.654 12.9732 15.2638C13.5557 15.0225 14.086 14.6777 14.5398 14.2493C14.5699 14.2108 14.6028 14.1737 14.6382 14.1382C14.6737 14.1028 14.7108 14.0699 14.7493 14.0398Z\" fill=\"#EFF5F8\"><\/path>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/button>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/a>\n  <\/div><\/body><\/html><h3 id=\"mold-prevention-and-control\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mold Prevention and Control<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unchecked mold growth can lead to health issues and may even cause irreparable damage to your camper. To prevent mold growth, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"enhance-air-circulation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enhance air circulation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep bedroom and cabinet doors open, allowing air to move through them. This step will prevent odor and moisture build-up (shortening the de-winterization process). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When storing for the long term, you&rsquo;ll want to air out your camper a couple of times a year by opening the exterior door and allowing air to circulate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"keep-humidity-low\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep humidity low<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mold grows in cold, damp environments. Lessen humidity by using dehumidifiers or moisture absorbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"clean-surfaces\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clean surfaces<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"> Thoroughly clean surfaces with peroxide to kill mold spores before winterization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"where-do-you-store-a-camper-where-it-can-stay-winterized\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where Do You Store a Camper Where It Can Stay Winterized?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you aren&rsquo;t able to retrieve your RV right when temperatures rise, rest assured, your winterized RV is perfectly safe during the winter season (and beyond), <em>when stored properly. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before winterizing, you&rsquo;ll want to research the <strong>best place to store your RV<\/strong>, so it stays winterized up until you&rsquo;re ready to use it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your options include: a driveway (if you aren&rsquo;t subject to HOA regulations and have the space for it), a home garage (size permitting), an enclosed storage unit, a covered space in an RV storage yard or parking lot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you know you&rsquo;re not going to bring your RV out for a while, you want a storage option that&rsquo;s less expensive but safe. Otherwise, you&rsquo;ll rack up significant monthly storage costs for all 12 months you plan to store your RV That&rsquo;s where Neighbor can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/rv-storage-near-me\"><strong><em>Neighbor<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em> is a self-storage marketplace that provides safe, nearby, and budget-friendly storage spaces. <\/em><\/strong>There&rsquo;s a variety of indoor, outdoor, and climate-controlled options where your camper can stay winterized as long as you need it to.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-long-can-rv-antifreeze-be-stored\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Can RV Antifreeze Be Stored?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pink antifreeze has a shelf life of <strong>1 to 4 years <em>if sealed and stored properly<\/em><\/strong>. Be sure to check the expiration date. If you can&rsquo;t find an expiration date, then shake the bottle. If you see bubbles, then the product has expired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"can-you-live-in-a-winterized-camper\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Live in a Winterized Camper?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The short answer? <strong>Yes<\/strong>, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stresslesscamping.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/3\/can-i-still-use-a-winterized-rv#:~:text=In%20fact%20you%20can%20use,sure%20you%20can%20as%20well.\" target=\"_blank\">use and live in a winterized camper<\/a> with the right planning and consideration. If you have a travel trailer with a heated underbelly and want to do some winter camping, then de-winterizing your camper is easy enough. After your travels, you can simply re-winterize it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During use, you can keep a travel trailer winterized by adding small amounts of antifreeze. <em>But you&rsquo;ll need to pack in your own drinking and cooking water or have another water source available. <\/em>Even though the RV antifreeze is non-toxic, it&rsquo;s not a pleasant taste to add to your diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"can-you-drive-an-rv-after-its-been-winterized\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can You Drive an RV After It&rsquo;s Been Winterized?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Yes<\/strong>, you can drive an RV after it has been winterized. 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