Looking for info from those of you that have actually used a cover on your RV for the winter.If you fulltime and don't cover your rig, you don't need to reply and let us know how great it is to live where its warm in the winter. We already know.If you live where its warm: you don't need to reply and let us know how great it is to live where its warm in the winter. We already know.If you have indoor storage: you don't need to reply and let us know how great it is to have indoor storage. We already know.This post is for those of us that live where it snows and must store our rigs outside

I stayed at a holiday Inn once, so I'll answer. My last trailer was kept outside with no cover.i always worried about the ice build up from snow melting and freezing. My new trailer is kept indoors. A friend of mine covered his. It rubbed a hole in the roof.

We live in south central Pennsylvania and get our fair share of snow and ice during the winter.I use a cover. I've never had a problem with the flapping cover rubbing the paint or causing damage.And, we get a lot of wind during the winter. I've had the cover blow off a couple times because the tie downs broke.If you use a cover, make sure it is secured well.A garage would be nice, very nice. But, I don't have one so, I use a cover.I don't think they're that difficult or time consuming to install/remove. You just need to be careful if you get on the roof.Some will tell you dealers don't cover their units for sale. That's a ridiculous reason to not use a cover. Car dealers don't garage the cars for sale but, many people take them home and keep them in a garage. Because, they want to protect their purchase.If I lived in a desert area with a lot of sand, I would reconsider. If sand/grit gets under the cover it will scratch the paint.I've not had any problems. I'll continue to use a cover. JMO YMMV :)

As a single person, covering the RV (even a small class C like mine) is a 5+ hour job. If I HAD to cover it, I would invest in a carport/canopy rather than try messing with a cover.

I live where it snows!!I have stored outside in the past and always used a cover. Despite dire warnings on here I never experienced any damage to my paint or finish.My thoughts are if you live in an area with snow, freezing rain, hail and all matter of frozen crud that falls from the sky, why wouldn't you protect your rig?I will add that any cover I have purchased is completely destroyed after three years of harsh winter. I have tried both cheap and expensive and expensive might last a year longer. I learned my lesson and shop for cheap. The main feature you want is a soft inner surface next to your paint.It snows here in November and it is normally April before we see our lawns again. Here is some practical advise. Do not cover if you plan to travel before the snow melts. Once that cover is buried under a couple of feet of snow on the roof you ain't getting it off until the snow melts!Neighbors covered their 5th wheel trailer one year and planned a trip south in March. The snow accumulated on the cover and there was no getting it off. He wisely decided against going on the roof with a shovel fearing damage to vents, skylights etc. He tried putting heat inside the trailer and melting it off but it was too slow. He had to postpone his travels for a few weeks!Covering is a twenty minute job although allow double that the first time. Have some help, a ladder, and a positive attitude. If you live in a windy area add extra ropes to secure it. Wash your rig really well before covering and when you uncover in the spring it is clean and ready to hit the road!Don't forget wheel covers as well.Safe Travels!

I use a Calmark custom made cover for my 40 foot Class A. This is my 4th RV and I've used this brand cover for each of them. Most of my traveling is done during the winter so the cover is used for protection from the sun and to keep it clean during the summer months. I have never had a problem with them rubbing the paint off or getting holes. These covers definitely cost more but they are quality made. I am a 66 year old female and I put the cover on and take it off by myself, usually about a 30 minute job each time. I just take my time and be very careful, especially when on top of the RV.

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toedtoes
Explorer III
Oct 20, 2015
As a single person, covering the RV (even a small class C like mine) is a 5+ hour job. If I HAD to cover it, I would invest in a carport/canopy rather than try messing with a cover.
gbopp
Explorer
Oct 20, 2015
We live in south central Pennsylvania and get our fair share of snow and ice during the winter.

I use a cover. I've never had a problem with the flapping cover rubbing the paint or causing damage.
And, we get a lot of wind during the winter. I've had the cover blow off a couple times because the tie downs broke.
If you use a cover, make sure it is secured well.
A garage would be nice, very nice. But, I don't have one so, I use a cover.

I don't think they're that difficult or time consuming to install/remove. You just need to be careful if you get on the roof.

Some will tell you dealers don't cover their units for sale. That's a ridiculous reason to not use a cover. Car dealers don't garage the cars for sale but, many people take them home and keep them in a garage. Because, they want to protect their purchase.

If I lived in a desert area with a lot of sand, I would reconsider. If sand/grit gets under the cover it will scratch the paint.
I've not had any problems. I'll continue to use a cover. JMO YMMV :)
Mfan
Explorer
Oct 20, 2015
I stayed at a holiday Inn once, so I'll answer. My last trailer was kept outside with no cover.i always worried about the ice build up from snow melting and freezing. My new trailer is kept indoors. A friend of mine covered his. It rubbed a hole in the roof.

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