The actual service isn’t a legal requirement but we would advise you to have this done on an annual basis to ensure everything is in a safe condition and in full working order.
Electrical safety issues could arise which could prove dangerous, LPG leaks could occur that could prove dangerous, water leaks / ingress could happen that could prove very expensive. So you can see it is worth peace mind if nothing else to pay out annually for a check to detect / prevent any issues arising.
A motorhome habitation service at waterfront caravans take on average around 2 hours to complete.
A motorhome habitation service consists of:
12V Electrics
- Check that the leisure battery is being charged by the engine and mains charger
- Fridge
- Interior lighting & equipment
- Leisure battery
- Electric awning & step
- External socket
Ventilation
- Ventilation openings
- Adjustable ventilators
- Roof lights
Fire Safety
- Smoke & CO alarms
- Extinguisher (if fitted)
- Fire blanket (if fitted)
Mains Electrics
- Inlet plug
- Hook-up cable
- Earth bonding
- RCD operation
- Socket outlets & permanent connections
- Appliances fitted e.g.: air conditioning
Water System
- Water pump
- Pressure switch
- Heater
- Taps, microswitch & valves
- Pipes & tank – check condition and operation
- Water filter & housing – check for leaks & replace filter if necessary
- Waste system
- Toilet
Underbody
- Corner steadies & folding steps (where applicable)
- Underslung tanks and pipes
Bodywork
- Body panels
- Door locks and hinges
- Body attachments
- Floor
- Roof lights
- Cab seat
- Furniture
- Window seals and blinds
- Rising roof
- Damp test
Gas
- Regulator
- Full Gas Soundness Test
- Pipe work & BBQ point
- Flame failure devices
- LPG Tank/Cylinder
- Gas dispersal holes
- Appliances, cooker
- Appliances, heating
- Appliances, fridge
- Appliances, water heater
Important, please note:
1. The Habitation service does not include servicing of the base vehicle and road legal requirements. 2. Appliances are checked for operation only, additional servicing may be required for warranty purposes.