How To Fix Camper Roof The Right Way….???

A camper is your mobile home. Like traditional brick & motor home campers also need timely repairs and maintenance work in-order to remain in a tip-top shape. Preventive maintenance of the camper roof should be done on regular basis because small issues will evolve into bigger and more expensive problems later on. In addition to periodic inspections also inspect the roof when it is exposed to extreme weather conditions like hail, snow or windstorm.  It’s easier to stop something happening in the first place than to repair it after the damage has been done.

If you’re comfortable with heights than climb up the ladder on to your camper roof and inspect and assess the roof surface yourself and if not than hire professional services. Roof contractors also offer inspection services but make sure the inspection is a legitimate service and not a ploy to sell roof replacement.

With some useful Tips camper roof repairs can become easy:

• Prepare the Roof surface

The first step is to prepare the roof surface. Remove dirt, debris and any loose material from the surface. You may also need to remove any chalking along with oil, grease, gravel and any other elements piling up on the roof.

• Water wash the Roof

When you are done with cleaning of the residue material, water-wash the entire roof surface. Make use of light detergents and bristle brush. Don’t use harsh chemicals or petroleum products as they can cause harm to the roof surface.

• Rips & Tears

For cracks or tears, a sealing tape designed for campers can do an excellent job. Make sure the roof is structurally sound and cracks or tears are not that big. Don’t ever patch over a previous patch.

• Apply Roof Sealant

Campers are made up of different roof materials like metal, rubber or fiberglass. Make sure the roof sealant you use is compatible with your camper roof. A ideal multi-purpose roof sealant will waterproof your camper roof, block UV-rays and is not affected by water ponding.