If you’re the owner of an RV, you will want to pay attention to this advice regarding important preventative maintenance routines to keep it running smoothly.

As the spring approaches in Texas, you might be thinking about hitting the road in your RV with your family. One great place to make a reservation for a stopover is Stonebridge RV Park in Sweeny, Texas. Stonebridge is within an hour of beautiful gulf-coast beaches and the Houston world-renown medical center.

But don’t make the mistake the taking off on your road-trip without ensuring you’ve done all the preventative maintenance on your RV to ensure you’re travels are as hassle free as possible.

It’s not that unexpected things won’t happen, but by routinely caring for your vehicle, you’ll find trips to be more about having fun instead of having to deal with problems. Depending on where you’re traveling, parts and services are not all easily accessible.

Once you make sure that your RV is running perfectly, you and your family can depart on a short or extended road-trip and take advantage of all the world has to offer. Watch this video for some tips on keeping your RV running smoothly. Following this advice, you’ll be ready for your next long-term RV camping trip.

Let’s take another look at the advice and main highlights you want to be sure to include in your checklist:

• Check all the fluids regularly (oil, wiper, brake, power-steering, transmission and windshield washer);
• Tires should be checked before every trip (look for cracks, cuts, bulges);
• Check air filters routinely;
• Wipers should be changed every six months if you are on the road routinely and every year otherwise (wipers become brittle and won’t do the job);
• Many RVs have dual-batteries. Extend the life of your batteries by properly recharging. Check your batteries before each trip for leakage or crystallization, which may mean there is an issue.
• Radiator coolant should be checked before every trip. Antifreeze helps your RV in cold and hot temperatures.
• All hoses and clamps should be checked for cracks, breaks and leaks on a regular basis.

Another good resource for a PM checklist for your RV was put together by the creator of RV University. You’ll find lots of tips on his website.

No matter your source for implementing a consistent and thorough preventative maintenance routine, just be sure you keep it up on a regular basis.

At Stonebridge RV Park , we’re committed to making sure that life for each one of our long-term guests is comfortable, enjoyable and hassle-free. Our extended-stay RV park offers affordable nightly, weekly and monthly RV camping rates. At this time, we do not allow tent camping. We also offer extensive amenities that will allow you to live in a quality atmosphere while saving money.

Let’s look at each of our RV campground amenities.

First, there is the sites themselves. Each one is level concrete, with full hook-ups (30/50 amp). Each guest has access to fresh water, electricity and sewer. These vital services allow our guests to live comfortably.

Staying connected to to family and friends is important as well. Free WiFi is available to all guests. If you’re working remotely, we realize the importance of this service. Cable TV is also available free of charge. No need to miss your favorite shows or your best team playing.

One of the amenities it’s always nice to have close by is a laundromat. Guests at Stonebridge love the spacious laundromat that is open 24/7. There is also room to watch a little TV or play a game of cards while you wait.

You’ll find our on-site swimming pool to be a favorite place for all of our guests to mingle and enjoy floating around or playing water games. There is no better place to be in the hot Texas weather than in a refreshing pool. Adjacent to the pool you’ll find our hot-tub, the perfect place to help you wind down from your day.

Guests are always welcome to grill out at their own site, but if you have a large group or want to invite friends and neighbors, there are two BBQ grills under the big pavilion where you can spread out. The picnic tables are just right for lunch or dinner. If you’re in the mood for a little competition, you’re welcome to set-up the corn hole game boards that are stored near the grills.

Housed in the pavilion area, you’ll also find showers, restrooms and an exercise room. All are open 24/7.

Two stocked fishing ponds will provide fun for all ages, so don’t forget your fishing poles. We practice catch and release, so there is plenty of action for everyone.

Last, we are pet-friendly. Many RVers travel with pets, so we provide an open area out beyond our big pond where dogs can run around and play without bothering anyone within the camp sites. As most all parks, we require pets to be leashed inside any of the park grounds (except the back run), and require owners to be with their pets any time they are outside.

One of the best articles to read about RV life is by Heath and Alyssa, who wrote a blog back in 2014 entitled The 29 Best Reasons Why Living in an RV is Better Than Living in a House…it’s sweet. It may make you wanna try it out!

Our many resort amenities ensure that you and your family don’t have to waste time and money going elsewhere. We want you to kick back and enjoy life.

So don’t wait to call us to reserve your spot, 979-245-1200. You’ll find our staff to be welcoming and focused on keeping our guests happy. You can also contact us at info@stonebridgervpark.com.

See you soon!