My Travel Trailer Roof Leaking

We ll talk about how to fix a fiberglass rv in the next section and cover fixing the canvas area in this one.

My travel trailer roof leaking. The rubberized leak stopper pictured above is one of the best materials that you can find for trailer roof repair. More specifically the integrity of an rv s roof doesn t last forever. You can ignore a strange leak at your own peril but remember most manufacturer warranties require the owner to inspect and re seal the rv at least twice a year. Small holes in your canvas roof can be patched using patch kits.

Wind rain dust sunlight heat storms and all elements of nature can be a major factor when it comes to creating small or large roof leaks in your motorhome or camper trailer. Just like in a house the actual leak in your travel trailer s roof can be some distance from the location where water appears to be entering the trailer. It can leak through the canvas roof area or the fiberglass roof area. This is usually a sign that the roof has been repaired before.

Water may be entering at the roof seam and traveling along until it has the opportunity to come through the paneling and run down the back wall. Guide on how to fix a leaking camper roof step 1. It sounds easy however re sealing to prevent leaks in your rv requires removal of windows doors trims etc. If you don t fix these small leaks soon the water will migrate to the low point in your rv your wooden subfloor.

Cover the roof seams with fiberglass tape then add a couple of sealant layers to eliminate the leaks once and for all. Once you re up on the roof look for areas where there might be a lot of sealant or caulk. Keeping moisture at bay can be done by a watchful eye on your rig. It seeps deep into cracks and crevices and forms a special bond with the metal roofing material to form a permanent seal.

Canvas roofs will leak from the seams or from holes in the canvas. It is guaranteed for many years of solid protection and only costs about 17 for a gallon. Such elements can be very harsh and will slowly yet continuously cause damage to your rv. For advanced fiberglass repair you may want to get a sharp utility knife or a cutting wheel to split fiberglass tapes.

Exposure to the elements.