Options for RV Use During Winter, Preventing Pipes and Tanks Form Freezing
Question:
I use my Jayco EXP 19H during the winter. I plug in to 120ac power where available, and use propane for heating. I use city water or fresh water with pump. When it is really cold 10-30°F the water lines freeze overnight. Both cold and hot do not flow on city or tank. What can I do to remedy this?
asked by: Charles D
Expert Reply:
There are several options such as the ThermaHeat RV Holding Tank or Step Heater Pad w/ Thermostat, # 277-000164 or # 277-000163, that will be placed against the holding tank. These weatherproof heating pads helps prevent the holding tanks from freezing with a built-in thermostat. It is an easy, peel-and-stick installation.
The Valterra Self-Regulating Heating Cable for RV Plumbing, # W01-1572, # W01-1573 and # W01-1574 depending on the length you want, 15', 25' and 50 respectively. This is a self-regulating cable changes temperature to keep tanks and pipes warm without overheating.
The ThermaHeat RV Dump Valve Pipe and Elbow Heating Pad, # 277-000161 and # 277-000162 will fit around the RV dump valve pipe or elbow to prevent freezing.
Please note the linked product review and installation videos below. Happy Camping!
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ThermaHeat RV Dump Valve Pipe and Elbow Heating Pad - 13" Long x 3" Wide
- RV Fresh Water
- Winterization
- Elbow Heating Pad
- LaSalle Bristol
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ThermaHeat RV Dump Valve Pipe and Elbow Heating Pad - 8" Long x 3" Wide
- RV Fresh Water
- Winterization
- Elbow Heating Pad
- LaSalle Bristol
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ThermaHeat RV Holding Tank or Step Heater Pad w/ Thermostat - 25" Long x 7-1/4" Wide
- RV Fresh Water
- Winterization
- Holding Tank Heating Pad
- LaSalle Bristol
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ThermaHeat RV Holding Tank or Step Heater Pad w/ Thermostat - 18-1/4" Long x 12" Wide
- RV Fresh Water
- Winterization
- Holding Tank Heating Pad
- LaSalle Bristol
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Valterra Self-Regulating Heating Cable for RV Plumbing - 50' Long
- RV Fresh Water
- Winterization
- Heating Element
- 50 Feet Long
- Valterra
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