The used RV market in Central Florida is large and active - and not all sellers are forthcoming about a rig's history. Water damage, failed roof seals, and deferred generator maintenance are common issues in Florida RVs that don't show up in a 10-minute walkthrough. Our pre-purchase inspection typically takes 2 to 3 hours and gives you a complete picture of what you're buying.
We regularly find issues that save our customers thousands of dollars in negotiating leverage or help them avoid a bad purchase entirely. A $300 inspection that finds $4,000 in hidden water damage is money well spent. The inspection fee is cheap relative to the cost of buying a lemon.
What We Check in a Pre-Purchase Inspection
- Full roof walk with moisture meter testing at every section
- All interior ceiling and floor panels (moisture meter check for hidden water damage)
- All window and door frame seals
- Exterior sidewall for delamination, bubble, or soft spots
- All slides: operate in and out, check seals, inspect floor and walls
- All leveling jacks: operate and verify retraction
- All appliances: AC, refrigerator, water heater, generator, furnace
- All electrical: 120V shore power, 12V systems, converter, battery bank
- All plumbing: pump operation, all faucets, toilet, shower
- Tire condition, age, and inflation
- Chassis and underbelly inspection for visible damage
Inspection Report
You receive a written report with photos of every finding, organized into three categories: Safety Issues (must-fix before use), Immediate Repair Needs (will need repair soon), and Monitor Items (watch and maintain). This report is valuable for negotiating price - a list of legitimate repair needs gives you specific dollar amounts to take to the seller.
Service area: Apopka, Longwood, Casselberry, Altamonte Springs, Sanford, Lake Mary, DeLand, Deltona, DeBary, Mount Dora, Tavares, Leesburg, and all surrounding communities in Orange, Seminole, Lake, and Volusia counties.
Pricing for RV Pre-Purchase Inspection
Starting price range: $275 - $375. Flat-rate quote provided before any work begins. Request a free quote online or call (407) 326-5500.
*Estimates only. Final price determined on-site after diagnosis. Parts and labor included in flat rate.
Related Services
Also see: All RV Inspection & Maintenance services | All RV Repair Services | Apopka Service Area
