NATIONWIDE RV TRANSPORT
RV and camper transport safety checks.
Prepare your RV carefully before pickup to reduce delays and help protect the unit in transit.
Exterior checklist
- Close, latch and lock doors, windows, roof vents and exterior compartments
- Retract slide-outs, awnings, steps, antennas and leveling equipment
- Remove or secure loose accessories, covers, ladders and portable items
- Check tire condition, inflation, lug nuts, wheel bearings and visible suspension
- Verify tail, brake, marker and turn-signal lights
- Confirm trailer brakes, breakaway switch, battery and safety chains
- Check hitch, kingpin, coupler and landing gear condition
- Measure overall length, width and maximum height including roof equipment
Interior and mechanical checklist
- Secure cabinets, drawers, appliances, furniture and televisions
- Remove valuables, food, fragile goods and prohibited materials
- Reduce or empty fresh, gray and black water tanks when appropriate
- Turn off propane at the cylinders and secure batteries
- Check for active fuel, oil, coolant, hydraulic or water leaks
- For drive-away motorhomes, verify fluids, brakes and roadworthy condition
- Provide keys, manuals and operating instructions as arranged
- Take dated photos of all sides before pickup
Important: Requirements vary by RV and transport method. Disclose damage, weak tires, brake problems, leaks or non-running condition before dispatch. The driver must be able to refuse an unsafe unit.