On the Road

A little preparation can go a long way when you find yourself on the road with mechanical problems.  Keep a written list of the good shops you hear about as you travel. Likewise, keep a list of the not-so-good shops you hear about too! Talk with other RVers wherever you travel. And keep in mind even mediocre facilities perform good service some of the time.

While on the road, a call to the local Better Business Bureau is always recommended. The local yellow pages are a good place to start your search. Seek information from local RV clubs in your area. The Good Sam Club is another vital source. Additionally your motorhome manufacturer or local campgrounds may have some recommended shops on their list, but this isn’t always a sure bet. Better are recommendations from fellow RVers.

Shops that narrow their scope to LP appliance repair or generator service, for instance, are usually pretty adept at what they do or they wouldn’t last. Another recommendation is to locate shops that employ “RVIA/RVDA Certified” service technicians. Facilities that spend money on technician education and hire certified techs tend to be better shops.

Though the above suggestions cannot always guarantee a pleasant repair experience, your chances of running into poor service may be minimized by at least considering them.