Preparing Your RV To Be Hauled To Your New Home

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Preparing Your RV To Be Hauled To Your New Home

24 August 2021
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An RV can be a large and important vehicle of yours. As a result, you will need to move it with you when you are relocating to a new home. Unfortunately, RV transport isn't always simple. If you need to move your RV, consider the following steps before you relocate it:

Remove Any Loose Items From Inside The RV

Any loose items in the interior of the RV should be removed before it is transported. These items could move during transit due to bumps or vibrations, which could lead to them suffering significant damage. In addition to securing any loose items, you should also secure cabinets and other features that may swing open during the transit. You should also remove perishable items from the cupboards and refrigerator, if the RV has one. If you must leave any loose items in the RV during transit, they should be placed in padded boxes so that they will be as stable as possible throughout the move. This may include using bungee ties or even packing tape to anchor the boxes to stable surfaces in the RV.

Hire A Professional RV Transport Service

Transporting an RV can be a sizable challenge due to the large size of the vehicle. In addition to requiring the use of specialized vehicles, moving an RV can be difficult for inexperienced drivers because it can be difficult to effectively handle their vehicle while towing the large RV. Luckily, there are towing services with the capability and equipment needed to transport your RV both long and short distances. Individuals often fail to consider the safety benefits that a professional service can provide when they are reviewing the quotes for having their RV hauled to its new location.

Take Pictures Of The RV Before It Is Picked Up

An important benefit of using a professional hauling service is that they will have ample insurance to protect you in the event that the RV suffers some damage during the move. To help ensure that you are able to file an insurance claim when it is needed, take photographs of the RV just before it is loaded onto the travel trailer. These photographs can allow you to prove that any scratches or other minor damages were the results of the transport service so that their insurance will cover the costs of restoring the RV. Without these pictures, you may have a more difficult time proving that the damage occurred during transport.