If you were considering buying a house you would check the premises for damp with a moisture and/or damp metre. Not surprisingly you should do the same with a caravan. Picture the scene, you pull over for the night half way between Ashford and Pembrokeshire and the rain comes in through the flue, just what you need? Not!
A DIY device is not going to be as advanced as those used in the dealership, but it will give an indication that you are serious about the vehicle you have seen labelled for sale. If you can say with reasonable grounds that there is a problem with moisture, your bargaining position may improve. Should the seller be reluctant to talk about damp, you can infer they are hiding something.
Checking the interior of the vehicle is a pre-requisite prior to purchase. The most important areas are by the sink, the pump and jointed areas. Moisture damage can be costly to put right and if you spot something that gives you concern you have the right request that it is repaired prior to sale.
For example, check to see that no joints have leaked water into the interior or shelving units at the same time check the outside seals. Remember, water moves downwards and will find a way inside if it can, so it is recommended that you check inside cupboards and lockers. A further indicator of water damp damage could be different coloured wall veneer or obvious attempts to cover up damage. Your nose will immediately tell you if there is any mould present!
In short if there is any doubt in your mind request that the damp problem is dealt with or consider another purchase
Checking your Caravan
You are not going to be able to check everything before the for sale sign is removed from your caravan sales in Ashford Kent. You can however check all the features and fittings, including any awnings. For instance doors and their locks can be problematic, make sure these are working, if in doubt request a new one, ditto for the catches and hinges on the internal doors. Finally, the drainage system is liable to generate problems at the best of times, so check the taps, the pump, the sink, the shower and all plumbing.
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