| You must have RV insurance coverage because it is | | | | Fires from Gas Leaks: Most RVs have at least some |
| the law and also because it will give you a peace of | | | | components such as the refrigerator, the water |
| mind that your investment will be protected. RV | | | | heater, etc. that run using a propane or LP tank. The |
| insurance coverage is more comprehensive than | | | | most commonly reported claim is fires behind the |
| regular automobile coverage because it also covers | | | | refrigerator as the result of gas leaks. You can help |
| the specialized parts of a recreational vehicle. There | | | | to limit claims on your RV insurance coverage by |
| are many different claims that RV owners may have | | | | getting your system checked at least once a year. |
| to make over the life of their recreational vehicle, but | | | | Check for any leaks in the tank, in the gas lines, etc. |
| here are some of the more common claims using RV | | | | Tires: One thing that is a common claim on not only |
| insurance coverage: | | | | RV insurance coverage, but automobile coverage as |
| Awnings and Slide outs-Because many people are not | | | | well is blown out tires. In the best cases, you go |
| accustomed to driving with an extra half of a foot | | | | veering off to the side of the road, but in the worst |
| sticking out on the side of their vehicle, they | | | | cases, it can be much more damaging and |
| sometimes misjudge clearance and hit obstacles. RV | | | | devastating. Check tires frequently for worn spots, |
| insurance coverage will help you to have the damage | | | | brittleness, air pressure, and alignment and make sure |
| repaired. Another problem associated with awnings is | | | | to have them rotated. |
| weather damage. If it is extremely windy, you may | | | | Pests: One little known, but common cause of RV |
| want to put your awning in travel position. When it is | | | | insurance claims is damage from pests like mice and |
| raining, you should at least put one outer corner | | | | squirrels. Seal up any holes that they might enter and |
| lower for the rain to run off. Never leave your | | | | clean out any food or crumbs before you put your |
| awning out and unattended. Any time you put the | | | | RV in storage. |
| awning in travel position make sure that it is securely | | | | RV insurance is a valuable tool-but it is better not to |
| fastened. These steps will help you to avoid having | | | | need to use it. |
| to utilize your RV insurance coverage. | | | | |