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Caravan & Motorhome Maintenance
Practical guides to help you maintain your caravan, motorhome or campervan. Learn how to clean water systems, maintain awnings, understand electrical connections and keep your touring equipment in great condition.
Why Your Caravan or Motorhome Fridge Isn't Cooling in Hot Weather – 9 Common Causes & Fixes
Every summer, thousands of caravan and motorhome owners find that their fridge struggles to stay cold. Food warms up, drinks lose their chill, and the freezer may even begin to thaw. The good news is that in many cases, there's nothing actually wrong with the fridge itself. Absorption fridges work differently from household compressor fridges and rely heavily on good ventilation. When outside temperatures rise, they can lose efficiency if heat isn't able to escape properly. I
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Jul 1917 min read
25 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Used Campervan
Buying a campervan is one of the most exciting purchases you’ll ever make, but it’s also one of the easiest to get wrong if you don’t know what to look for.
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Jun 297 min read
What Information Do You Need Before Buying a Drive Away Awning?
Buying a drive away awning? Learn how to choose the correct awning by checking vehicle height, awning rails, attachment methods and camping requirements.
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Jun 214 min read
What Is a Caravan and Motorhome Damp Report? Understanding Caravan and Motorhome Damp Readings and What the Numbers Mean
A caravan damp report is a detailed inspection that measures moisture levels within the walls, roof, floor, and structural areas of a caravan.
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Jun 114 min read
Caravan & Motorhome Cleaning Guide UK (2026) – Roof, Windows, Tanks & More
Keeping your caravan or motorhome clean isn’t just about looks — it protects your investment, improves lifespan, and makes every trip more enjoyable.
This hub brings together all our expert cleaning guides in one place
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May 32 min read
🔌 How to Test Caravan Electrics Before You Travel (2026 UK Guide)
Before every trip, checking your caravan electrics is one of the most important safety steps you can take.
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Apr 233 min read
Do You Need a 7-Pin to 13-Pin Adapter? (UK Caravan Guide 2026)
If you’re towing a caravan or trailer in the UK, you may find your car and caravan don’t have matching electrical connections.
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Apr 233 min read
7 Pin vs 13 Pin Caravan Plug (2026 UK Guide) – What’s the Difference?
If you’ve ever hooked up a caravan or trailer and wondered “why doesn’t this plug fit?”, you’re not alone.
One of the most common questions for UK caravanners is:
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Apr 233 min read
How to Remove Black Streaks from a Caravan (2026 UK Guide)
Black streaks on a caravan are one of the most common — and frustrating — problems owners face.
They can make even a well-maintained caravan look dirty, and if left untreated, they can become harder to remove over time.
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Apr 192 min read
How to Clean a Caravan Roof Safely (2026 UK Step-by-Step Guide)
Introduction Keeping your caravan roof clean helps protect the exterior, prevent staining, and maintain your caravan over time. However, cleaning a caravan roof may involve working at height, which carries risk. This guide outlines recommended approaches and safety considerations so you can decide what’s suitable for your setup. This guide is for general advice only and may not be suitable for all caravans or situations. 🧼 New to Caravan Cleaning? Keeping your caravan or mo
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Apr 194 min read
How to Clean the Outside of a Caravan (2026 UK Step-by-Step Guide)
Keeping your caravan clean isn’t just about looks — it helps protect the bodywork, prevents long-term damage, and keeps your van ready for every trip.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to clean the outside of your caravan properly, including the best products to use and common mistakes to avoid.
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Apr 183 min read
Servicing Caravan Screw Jacks (Corner Steadies) – A Simple DIY Guide
Your caravan’s corner steadies (often called screw jacks) aren’t for lifting — they’re there to stabilise your van once it’s level. Keeping them clean and lubricated stops stiffness, noise, and premature wear, and helps avoid that horrible grinding sound on site.
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Feb 22 min read
How to Check and Service Your Caravan or Motorhome Electrical Hook-Up Cable
Your electrical hook-up (EHU) cable is one of the most important — and most overlooked — safety items in caravanning and motorhoming. It connects your vehicle to mains power on site, running everything from sockets and chargers to fridges and heating systems.
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Jan 43 min read
Caravan & Motorhome Fridge Fan Kit Guide – Improve Cooling in Summer
Warm weather is great for touring—but not so great for your caravan fridge. If your fridge struggles to stay cold, especially in hot conditions, the issue may not be the fridge itself, but the airflow behind it.
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Jun 17, 20257 min read
Remove Scratches from Caravan Windows – Easy Fix Guide (2026 UK)
Scratches on caravan and motorhome windows are all too common. Whether it’s from tree branches on a tight pitch
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Apr 10, 20253 min read
How to Repair a Delaminated Caravan/Motorhome Window
Over time, caravan windows can suffer from wear and tear, and one of the most common issues is delamination
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Apr 6, 20252 min read
Step-by-Step Guide to Replacing the Thetford 12V Pump in Your C200 Toilet Cassette
However, over time, the 12V flush pump may wear out or fail, requiring replacement
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Mar 5, 20255 min read
How to Safely Clean and Sterilize Your Caravan or Motorhome Water Tank?
Cleaning and sterilising a caravan or motorhome water system using an Aquaroll water container and Puriclean water tank cleaner
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Feb 13, 20254 min read
How to Change AL-KO 2004 Friction Pads (Front & Rear Replacement Guide)
Step by step guide on replacing front and rear friction pads
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Feb 12, 20254 min read
Top 10 Tips for Buying a Second-Hand Caravan in the UK (2026 Guide)
Top ten tips for when buying a second hand caravan in the UK
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Jan 20, 20255 min read
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