Dealing with RV Condensation

Too much condensation in your RV can cause many problems, such as mold and mildew growth. Thankfully, there are many ways that owners can deal with RV condensation. Keep reading for easy strategies. If you want more tips or want to shop campers for sale, visit Carolina Coach & Marine. Our dealership is located in Claremont, North Carolina, and we also serve those in Charlotte and Winston-Salem.

Get a Dehumidifier

As the name implies, a dehumidifier is a product that helps remove humidity from the air. It can be a helpful addition to an RV and can help do some of the condensation management work for you. As the dehumidifier collects water, its container fills up. It will eventually need to be emptied so that it can continue helping.

For most campers, the dehumidifier can stay in a static spot. For owners of a larger RV, it may be necessary to move the dehumidifier to the opposite side of the camper after a while. 

Get Desiccant Crystals

Another product to help with RV condensation management is desiccant crystals. They help absorb water from the air so that it doesn't turn into too much condensation. A common option for RV owners is called Damprid and it helps maintain an ideal level of humidity for longer stretches of time, such as when the camper is in storage. The crystals will eventually need to be replaced, so remember to swap them out every so often.

Raise the Temperature Inside the RV

It's harder for moisture to build up at a higher temperature. Raising the camper's temperature is a simple way to manage condensation. If it's cold outside, turn up the heating. If it's hot outside, avoid turning on the air conditioning.

Take Advantage of Vents

There should be vents located throughout the camper. These are a great resource in fighting RV condensation. Open up the nearby vents to allow some of the humidity to exit the camper, rather than build up inside. You can even open up vents on the opposite part of the RV, which helps create a cross draft and further assist with condensation management.

Be sure to open up vents during activities that tend to create a large amount of condensation buildup. For example, open vents when someone is showering or cooking.

Maintain the Right Amount of Moisture in the Air

You don't want too much condensation in your RV. But you also don't want too little moisture either. It's important to maintain the right balance, which is between 30% and 50% humidity. You can use a hygrometer to measure the humidity and then make adjustments as needed.

Want more tips for dealing with RV condensation? Want to shop campers for sale? Whatever you need, the experts at Carolina Coach & Marine are here to help. Reach out or stop by our dealership in Claremont, North Carolina. We also proudly serve those in Charlotte and Winston-Salem, North Carolina.