In preparation for next weekend’s Overland Expo in Flagstaff, I decided to climb up on the roof to inspect things and do some cleaning. I try to get up on the roof three or four times a year, but by the look of things this isn’t enough. The solar panels, vent covers, and the bathroom skylight were covered in dirt and dust. The dirt on the solar panels was so bad I was amazed my system was able to draw in any amount of amperage from them. I might have to change my rooftop inspection and cleaning schedule to once a month.
Aside from regular cleaning, it’s important to periodically inspect your RV’s roof to ensure there are no rips or tears, that caulking is intact, and that vent covers and AC shrouds are whole and secure. If you have solar panels mounted on your roof, you’ll also want to inspect the mounting brackets to ensure they’re secure to the roof and that’s there’s sufficient caulking to keep them water tight. Doing this periodically will give you peace of mind and will help prevent any nasty surprises on your next trip or outing.
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| Bathroom Skylight and 12v Vent Cover. |
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| Fantastic Vent. |
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| The 120 watt Solar Panel on my roof. |
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