| One of the things that plagues used campers is | | | | If enough accumulates, it can start running off the roof |
| mildew. | | | | and onto the tent that encloses the side-out bunk. This |
| To start, mildew in used campers usually starts in the | | | | condensation can soak the tent material in a very |
| tent area, caulking around doors, windows, under sinks, | | | | short amount of time. So, you must dry off the |
| cabinets, ceiling vents, refrigerators, bath room and | | | | effected areas before the camper can be let back |
| shower. This can be from leaks during rain and | | | | down. If you don't, the moisture will turn into mildew. |
| storage or general careless use of the camper. This | | | | Treating Used Campers |
| water goes unchecked and not properly cleaned up. | | | | Treat moldy areas of used campers using a water |
| For instance, I purchased a used camper this summer | | | | and bleach solution or a store bought cleaner. Let the |
| that was in pristine condition. The owner walked me | | | | cleaner soak for a few minutes to kill the germs that |
| through the detailed steps of how he unpacks and | | | | caused the mold or mildew. Be sure to completely dry |
| packs the camper each time he uses the camper. He | | | | any areas that you treat. The most effective way to |
| gave specific attention to the air conditioner. When the | | | | combat mold and mildew is to keep a dry atmosphere |
| air is running, condensation runoff builds up on the roof. | | | | inside your RV. |