@thatrvtech: RV owners — I recently looked at a unit where the customer was convinced the roof was leaking. No active leak anywhere… but the damage was definitely there. Turns out the bathroom was basically being used as a steam room. They were skipping the vent fan during showers because the steam helped with sinus issues. I get it — my sinuses suck too. But in an RV, that steam has nowhere to go. And here’s the reality: Steam = water. That moisture will work its way into your ceiling, walls, insulation — everywhere. Once it cools, it condenses and just sits there. That’s how you end up with soft spots, staining, and eventually rot. The vent fan isn’t just for smells — that’s the bonus. Its real job is moisture control. If you’re taking hot showers in your RV without the fan running, you’re slowly creating your own “leak.” Run the fan. Every time. #Rvtechnician #rv #rvliving #rvlife #rvlifestyle #rvtips #camper #camperlife #camperlifestyle #campertips #camperrepair #rvrepair #rvdiy #camperdiy
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Monday 06 April 2026 14:34:49 GMT
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MichaelG1971❌ :
Also, not everyone has vent covers… so get covers for your fans so you can vent still on a rainy day! We wipe our shower down also after we are done
2026-04-06 16:17:33
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Kevin_Crash_A :
what do you recommend for an RV without a vent fan and just a vent?
2026-04-07 00:53:16
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Kelby Bullard :
I stopped using the fan because the bathroom stinks any time the fan is on. As long as it’s off it never smells.
2026-04-07 17:23:42
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kyle_knapp18 :
I just stick a dehumidifier inside especially if it’s raining out
2026-04-24 02:36:32
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USNretired18 :
I hate that its wired to the light. I like to run mine to help with humidity and dont like that its wired to the lighg
2026-04-06 16:53:52
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TravelingJim :
Unbelievably new Jayco does not have a fan installed in the bathroom vent.
2026-04-08 21:13:29
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T3_Overland | T1D :
Just get a de humidifier I got one
2026-04-07 01:10:21
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Toni LH :
except all the vents/fans with a remote have the rain sensor, that shuts the vent and turns off the fan when there is steam in the bathroom....
2026-04-06 17:54:22
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Dirty Diesel 6.7 :
How do you leave the fan on when moisture is making it close?
2026-04-07 10:21:53
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bradleyscottjohnston :
I have an auto humidity switch love it
2026-04-15 14:55:54
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kickrockswitnosocks :
the something they didn't tell me is that if grow to despise dragging around a box on wheels that breaks consistently no matter how much preventative maintenance i do on it.
2026-06-10 03:10:40
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Kevin1973 :
Yes! Taking a hot shower can get you so much moisture, fan plus open your window in bathroom at your house.
2026-04-06 16:08:48
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Heidi Heinrichs :
I have the wall switch but I can’t reach the vent to open and close it 😂
2026-04-06 23:24:03
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Master Mopar 💋 :
I use my dehumidifier too ✌🏻
2026-05-13 17:46:19
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Bill Fulbright :
you should review ATC trailers ! would love to hear what you say !
2026-04-06 22:48:01
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Bryan :
Ur dad was the greatest! He made a positive and lasting impact on my children’s childhood. I hope he is doing well and enjoying life and still making a difference in others.
2026-04-06 20:58:57
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Bonita :
I didn’t know
2026-04-20 22:38:38
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jamesaguilar7738 :
Vent on and windows and door open for at least 10 minutes. The model I have has a pass through bathroom, so it makes it easier to clear out the moisture.
2026-04-30 04:11:44
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saramoore74 :
We also keep a dehumidifier going in our camper!!!!
2026-04-14 18:54:21
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Zayne :
Good to know
2026-04-06 18:52:46
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rwhite302 :
Last two campers we had (an 06 Sportsman and a 14 Starcraft Autumn Ridge) both had their own wall switch beside the light switch to operate the fan.
2026-04-06 16:17:56
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Ęvįøńę :
What are some common reasons or things to look at when my check light comes on my dometic fridge. How do I check to see if it’s working properly. What are some things I should and shouldn’t be doing.
2026-04-07 01:03:18
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Kimbo :
Been living full time in our RV for 3 months already and I just found out about this 😳
2026-04-07 04:40:14
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Isela🤍 :
What if it’s cold outside?
2026-04-06 22:49:15
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Melanie :
You mean to tell me people don’t do this? What?
2026-04-07 02:22:52
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