If the rumors are true, this could be another cold winter for Texas. After last year's mighty freeze that wiped out power to the state, we find our customers are looking to prepare ahead of time. When it comes to RVs, there are a couple of heating options that might be worth considering adding, replacing, or inspecting for use.
Four common sources of heat include furnace, rooftop, electric, and space heaters. The most important source of heat for most RVs is the furnace. This heating component runs on liquid propane and pushes heat into the unit. Oftentimes these units have ducting in the walls or floors to distribute heat evenly throughout the unit. They can produce up to 40,000 BTU and are accessible via a hidden compartment within the unit.
Some models of rooftop Air Conditioners contain heat pumps or heat strips. These run off electricity and are a great additional source of heat for multiple zones in your RV. These are not great as the only source of heat and will struggle at low temperatures. The good thing is these can be added to your already existing A/C depending on the model number.
Electric Heaters are a common secondary source of heat in RVs. These are typically designed to look like a fireplace and plug directly into your 120V outlets. These can produce heat for up to 500 sq ft. and various size options may allow more or less. If you're looking for something that can fill a cabinet cut-out and sit flush to a wall, this is the best option for you.
The last type of heat source found in RVs is a portable space heater. These also plug into 120V outlets but these can be moved from room to room. This is a great option to use as a secondary heater but I would not recommend using these as the main source of heat. These types of heaters can be picked up at most local retail stores and newer models have safety features such as knock over and thermal shutoff.
We want to make sure you have the best setup for your vehicle this winter. If you have any of the heating appliances listed above that don't work or are not working to your expectations, please set up an appointment with the link below. You can also call us toll-free to speak to a representative who can help troubleshoot the issue over the phone.
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In our next blog, we'll talk about the importance of ventilation and what you can do to protect your RV. Until then, take care, and get your fixin's while they're hot.