An RV trip can be a dream come true, whether you’re taking a large family or going it alone. It’s a great way to see the country, but it does require some serious planning to keep your road trip on track. But no matter where you live, you can do it with a little planning and a little help. Hometown Mini Storage is here to help, with tips, tricks, and self-storage to store whatever you might need to while you’re on your adventure.

Before taking your RV out on an adventure, you should make sure that it’s in working order. If you’re a handy person yourself, you should go through your RV mechanical checklist. Otherwise, take it to your favorite mechanic to make sure your RV is ready to roll. When you set out on the road, you’ll need to make sure your RV is ready to go. Keep the following in mind:

• Top off batteries, if necessary

• Clean and inspect HVAC Unit

• Test your safety equipment

• Check your RV for pests (and act accordingly)

• Examine and inflate tires

• Inspect propane, if necessary

• Ensure brakes are functioning

If you’re new to recreational vehicles, get to know every feature of your RV to prevent surprises on the road; there’s nothing worse than getting splattered with a mud puddle and not knowing how to turn on the windshield wipers.

RVs are also much more difficult to maneuver and drive than your average car or truck. Our tip for figuring out how to park a relative behemoth of a vehicle? Practice parking in an empty lot!

Your RV trip may include spots without cell phone reception. Check the online coverage maps that most cell phone carriers post so you’ll know where you should be able to get reception. Take walkie-talkies to communicate with travel buddies and print directions to your destination. Alternatively, pre-load directions on Google Maps or use a GPS so they’re ready even if you lose cell signal.

If you’ll be visiting a campground without power, water, or plumbing, stock up on water, food, and anything else you may not be able to buy at the site.

Hometown Mini Storage offers everyday and vacation storage for your household items.  Contact our friendly staff for help secure a storage unit online before your next RV trip!