Prevent RV Air Conditioner Leaks During Rainy Weather

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Mowgli-Adventures.com An RV air conditioner leaking water inside when it rains is a common occurrence, and it’s one that you must address as soon as you notice it to prevent widespread and costly damage. Learn more

Thankfully, it’s usually relatively easy to fix an RV air conditioner that leaks when it rains. You just need a few tools. Mowgli-Adventures.com Learn more

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[{"selector":"#anim-eef3ead1-7257-4394-8233-9694adb3276d","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":350,"duration":1500,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.4, 0.4, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Confirm the AC Shroud is Intact The shroud is the plastic or metal cover that goes over your RV air conditioner to protect it from the elements. White Frame Corner Mowgli-Adventures.com Learn more

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Inspect the rubber gaskets. They should be springy and flexible. If they’re hard, crumbling, or broken, you need to replace them. Mowgli-Adventures.com Learn more

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The worst-case scenario when you have water dripping into your RV is that your roof is damaged. Roof damage can be as minor as a missing sealant at a seam Mowgli-Adventures.com Learn more

There’s no need to panic when you notice that your RV air conditioner leaks when it rains. Move fast and carefully, you can figure out what’s causing the issue and fix it Mowgli-Adventures.com Learn more

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Gray Frame Corner Mowgli-Adventures.com Want to stop problems before they start? Regularly inspect your camper and properly winterizing your RV every year. Learn more