The second thing to look for when buying or selling an RV is the outer shell and frame.
This goes along with detecting water leaks.
Water can get into the camper through lost rivets, holes in the skin or outer shell, and unsealed windows and doors.
Over a period of time, if the leak or leaks have gone without repair, the frame can rust, and damage occurs.
Also, the inner walls and ceilings can have damage from water and cause electrical problems, mold, and mildew, plus framing that will need to be replaced.
Most campers are built with wood and screws.
The Airstream campers are built with rivets, aluminum shell, and aluminum walls and ceiling structures.
With Airstream campers, close detail needs to be placed on looking for loose or missing rivet heads plus the seals around doors and windows.
With most campers, the repairs can be nothing more than replacing damaged materials like what you would find in a mobile home, i.e. drywall and plywood.
In an airstream repair, if the damage is bad enough, that may require lifting the shell to replace flooring which is a major undertaking.
If you are buying a new or new to you camper or selling your old camper then pay close attention to the sealant used around doors and windows.
If the camper you are looking at is an Airstream, it would be worth the time and money to hire a professional such as myself to look over your future getaway home.
To protect your investment and or, if selling, to provide an honest assessment of your camper, hire an independent inspector that can go through an itemized list and make suggestions on what needs to be done now or “down the road”.
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