Your Guide to Inspecting a Used Travel Trailer

Buying a used travel trailer is a great way to save money on a recreational vehicle while ensuring that you get something with all the features you need for comfortable and safe camping trips. However, you can’t just buy a used trailer sight unseen; it’s important to do a thorough inspection of any used travel trailer that catches your fancy. Here’s what to look for!

Test Water & Power Systems

The water and power systems on a used trailer need to be functional and efficient, so test both to make sure that all the appliances they’re tied to are able to operate. You may want to inspect the holding tanks and check the wiring in the cupboards.

Look For Signs of Damage

Walk around both the interior and exterior of the travel trailer to look for signs of major damage, such as big dents, broken or stuck slide-outs, windows that don’t shut properly, worn-out furnishings, and rust or corrosion.

Obtain Maintenance History

Finally, getting the maintenance history of the used travel trailer that interests you can help you determine whether the previous owners took care of it. Look for signs of good maintenance, such as regular oil changes, tire checks, and professional inspections by a local service department.

Come on down to our Iowa dealership in Indianola today to check out our full stock of used travel trailers for sale. Herold Trailer Sales serves the cities of Des Moines, IA, and Omaha, NE.