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!
Products Referenced in This Question
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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Longview Custom Towing Mirrors - Slip On - Driver and Passenger Side
- Towing Mirrors
- Slide-On Mirror
- Pair of Mirrors
- Custom Fit
- Non-Heated
- Fits Driver and Passenger Side
- Longview
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