What Gets Checked
— Roof, seams, and seals — moisture meter readings at every penetration and seam, not just a visual look — Water damage indicators inside — soft flooring, delaminating cabinets, musty odor, moisture readings behind pa...
Buying guide
Pre-purchase RV inspection (PPI) guide
Buying an RV, new or used, without an independent inspection is the single most expensive mistake we see. Here’s what a proper PPI covers and why it matters before you sign. BOOK A PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION Why an Independ...
Active corridor: Montana · Wyoming · Idaho · Washington — case-by-case beyond.
Field notes
Buying an RV, new or used, without an independent inspection is the single most expensive mistake we see. Here’s what a proper PPI covers and why it matters before you sign. BOOK A PRE-PURCHASE INSPECTION Why an Independent PPI Matters A seller’s walkthrough and a dealer’s “multi-point inspection” are not the same as an independent, third-party technician checking the unit with no financial interest in the sale. The most expensive RV problems — water damage, electrical faults, chassis issues — are exactly the on...
The Most Common Costly Finds
— Water intrusion already active in the roof, floor, or slide-out seals, invisible without a moisture meter — A converter or inverter that’s failing under load but works fine at idle — A generator that starts but won’...
Timing It Right
Schedule the inspection before final funds change hands, ideally with a contingency in the purchase agreement. A PPI that happens after you’ve already paid gives you information, but no leverage.
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Pre-Purchase Inspections Back to Field Guide Pricing
Related: PPI service · Roof troubleshooting
Pricing teaser
Trip fee $75 within 30 miles, then $1.50/mi. Labor ~$150/hr (1-hour minimum, billed in 30-minute increments). Diagnostic $150 applied toward repair if you proceed.
Active corridor: Montana · Wyoming · Idaho · Washington — case-by-case beyond. Credentials (text): Victron Professional Certified Installer · weBoost Authorized Installer · Peplink Certified Associate · Dometic Professional Certified.