Did you know that 11% of American households own an RV? Traveling the country in an RV is a fun and economical way to vacation, and many people have made driving from place to place in an RV their permanent lifestyle. However, there are times when you need to safely store your RV during your travels. Whether you need to park your RV while you’re spending time at a resort or because you have to return to the rat race, here are three storage options to consider.
Homes of Friends or Family
One of the easiest, cheapest, and safest places to store your RV is in the driveway of a friend or family member’s home. You can even hook up the water and electricity and camp out while visiting, so you can have more room to yourself and impose less on your host. Just remember to ask first and offer to cover the cost of the extra utilities during your stay.
Storage Units
If you don’t have any friends or family in the area, a dedicated RV storage unit is another great option. These units provide excellent security, and many facilities offer covered units to protect your RV from the elements. You can also use one of these units for long-term storage if your home lacks adequate space for your RV.
Campgrounds
Many people use their RVs to visit campgrounds, and a camping space can be a good place to store your RV temporarily if you want to visit a spa for the night or take your tent deeper into the woods. Remember to lock up and secure your RV while you’re away because campgrounds provide significantly less security than a storage facility. Make sure you’re up-to-date on rental fees and notify the campground manager that your RV will be unattended.
Business Parking Lots
Although a parking lot is far from the best place to store your RV, sometimes you may not have other options. Choose the parking lot of a store or business that’s open 24/7 and has plenty of bright lighting. Ask the business if it’s okay to leave a vehicle parked in the lot to make sure your RV won’t get towed.
Does storing an RV seem like too much work and expense? Consider renting instead of buying. When you rent an RV, you can return it after your vacation, so you never have to worry about where to store it when you’re not traveling.
