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Tips for Cleaning Up Your Fifth Wheel

Feb. 1 2023 Ownership Tips By Howdy RV

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Fifth wheels are some of the most popular RVs available on the market because of their size and luxurious features. However, you want to make sure to keep it clean between trips! Our team at Howdy RV is here to help you have the best RV experience possible, so we’ve put together a few cleaning tips that can make life as a fifth wheel owner a little easier.

1. Make a Plan

It might seem silly, but coming up with a game plan before you start cleaning can make the process a lot easier. For example, if you’re cleaning after a trip, you might think about delegating tasks to your family or making a chronological list of things that will need to be done to tear down the fifth wheel at the end of a trip.

Making a plan every time will also help you figure out a process that works best for you, for whatever situation you’re tackling, like a deep cleaning or setting it up for the next trip.

2. Gather Supplies First

Once you’re ready to tackle the job, make sure to gather all of your supplies first. After a camping trip, you might be dealing with a lot of mud and dirt, so you’ll want to have a good broom and a plan for removing the debris. You’ll want to have cleaning rags and solutions for the counters, fridge, and surfaces like the shower and toilet. Bringing all of your supplies together will cut down on time and ensure you have everything you need to properly clean the space.

3. Pay Attention to the RV Needs

When you clean a fifth wheel, it can feel like cleaning an apartment. However, there are unique features to consider as you clean it up! You’ll need to make sure the black and gray tanks have been properly emptied, hoses will need to be disconnected and sanitized, and you’ll need to clear any spaces by the slideouts if your model has any. These unique features are the most important elements of cleaning up your fifth wheel.

Keeping your fifth wheel clean between trips and whenever it’s coming in or out of storage will preserve its condition and make your travel experience more comfortable. Visit us in Mathis or Aransas Pass, TX, to have a look at our inventory of fifth wheel RVs. We proudly serve Corpus Christi and Rockport, plus we offer financing and trade-in options.