The Tow-To Guide
Caravan problems, sorted.
Practical UK guides on servicing, damp, brakes, gas and the faults that catch owners out — and how to get them fixed.
Common caravan problems
Jump straight to the faults caravanners hit most. Each topic pulls together our guides on spotting the problem, what a repair usually costs, and how to get it sorted with a local engineer.
- Damp & leaksWater ingress, roof & window leaks, resealing and floor repair.
- Brakes & running gearBrakes, wheel bearings, chassis, tyres and motor movers.
- Heating & appliancesTruma & Alde heating, fridges and water heaters.
- Electrics12V faults, hook-up trips, EICRs and control units.
- Servicing & checksAnnual services, habitation checks and inspections.
- Gas safetyGas safety checks, certificates and CO alarms.
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Why a Truma heater stops working, which checks are safe to do yourself, what needs a qualified engineer, and what a repair costs.
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Caravan Brakes Binding or Seized: Causes, Fixes & Cost
Why caravan brakes seize or bind after storage, the safe checks you can make yourself, and what it costs to have an engineer free and adjust them.
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Caravan Roof Leak Repair: Causes, Fixes & Cost
What causes a caravan roof leak, how it gets fixed properly, what it costs, and what to do when water has already reached the roof void.
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Static Caravan Service & Habitation Check: Cost & What's Different
How servicing a static differs from a tourer — habitation checks, gas certificates and EICRs, and what each one costs.
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Mobile Caravan Engineer vs Workshop Service: Which Do You Need?
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How Much Does It Cost to Reseal a Caravan?
Caravan resealing costs explained — what the job actually involves, and how often the seals need renewing to keep damp out.
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