A NRVIA certified inspector explains how you can inspect and care for your own RV.
PRACTICAL HELP FROM DUANE THE RV INSPECTOR
Hi, I’m Duane The RV Inspector, a certified RV inspector. I want to help you choose an RV wisely, take good care of it, and enjoy your travels. You’ll also find plenty of practical advice on my RV Inspection And Care YouTube channel.
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Choose the kind of help you need below. Click any cover or guide button for more details. Paid guides open in my Payhip store, and free guides open on my website.
01 · THE BUYING PROCESS
Start here for help with the buying process itself, from screening your choices to evaluating the specific RV you want to buy.
NEW RV BUYING
Work through choosing, pricing, evaluating, and taking delivery of a new RV. I explain how to document needed repairs and use the included field journal and pre-delivery checklist before accepting your RV.
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USED RV BUYING
Follow my step-by-step approach to screening used RVs, recognizing warning signs, and deciding which ones deserve a professional inspection. Includes a field journal and pre-inspection checklist to organize what you find.
View guide on Payhip02 · NARROW YOUR NEW RV SEARCH
Shopping for a new RV? Choose your RV type for my brand and model recommendations. These guides cover the 2027 model year.
2027 MODEL YEAR
Compare the new gas and diesel Class A motorhomes on my Preferred and Worth Considering lists, with manufacturer background, construction information, and quick-reference guidance to help focus your search.
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2027 MODEL YEAR
Explore my new Class B and B+ recommendations, including the differences between camper vans and coach-built models. Use the manufacturer background and quick-reference lists to compare choices that fit your plans.
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2027 MODEL YEAR
Narrow your search across compact Class C, conventional Class C, and Super C motorhomes. I share my recommendations, manufacturer background, and buyer considerations for comparing these different types of coaches.
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2027 MODEL YEAR
Review my new fifth-wheel and toy-hauler recommendations across entry-level, mid-range, and premium categories, with construction information, buyer considerations, and quick-reference lists to help you compare model lines.
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2027 MODEL YEAR
Build a more manageable travel-trailer shopping list using my Preferred and Worth Considering recommendations, manufacturer background, construction information, and comparisons across different price categories.
View guide on Payhip03 · RESEARCH BRANDS, MODELS & YEARS
Choose your RV type to explore the brands, models, and production years I recommend considering. A good starting list still needs a careful evaluation of the individual RV.
MODEL YEARS 2007–2022
Explore the used gas and diesel Class A brands, models, and production years I recommend considering. Manufacturer histories, quality assessments, and a quick-reference guide help you narrow the field.
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MODEL YEARS 2010–2022
Compare used Class B and B+ brands, models, and recommended production years. I explain the differences between these compact motorhomes and provide manufacturer background and a quick-reference guide.
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MODEL YEARS 2010–2022
Focus your used Class C and Super C search with my recommended manufacturers, models, and production years. Includes manufacturer histories, quality assessments, and a quick-reference guide for comparing your choices.
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MODEL YEARS 2010–2022
Find the used fifth-wheel brands, models, and production years I recommend considering, along with manufacturer histories and quality assessments. Use the quick-reference guide to organize your shopping research.
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MODEL YEARS 2010–2022
Narrow the wide range of used travel trailers with my recommended manufacturers, models, and production years. Manufacturer histories, quality assessments, and a quick-reference guide give your research a practical starting point.
View guide on Payhip04 · CARE FOR THE RV YOU OWN
Once you have your RV, a practical care routine helps you stay on top of the things that need attention.
RV MAINTENANCE & CARE
Build a manageable routine for caring for your motorhome or towable RV. I explain practical checks, developing warning signs, and when to call a professional, with a separate maintenance checklist organized by time intervals.
View guide on Payhip05 · A HELPFUL PLACE TO START
I’m happy to offer help and advice on these topics for free. Whether you’re asking a seller questions or planning your towing setup, pick the guide that fits what you’re working on.
FREE GUIDE
Ask better questions before traveling to see a used RV. These 12 questions cover history, condition, maintenance, paperwork, and purchase terms, with seller prompts and worksheets to help organize the answers.
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FREE GUIDE
Compare flat towing and tow-dolly towing, work through vehicle suitability and weight checks, and plan your equipment. Includes separate departure checklists and a worksheet for your exact setup.
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FREE GUIDE
Look beyond an advertised tow rating and work through your truck-and-trailer combination. Includes weight and payload explanations, hitch basics, separate departure checklists, and a matching worksheet.
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Thanks for letting me be part of your RV journey. And I hope you have safe and happy travels wherever your RV takes you!