RV Inspection And Care

Duane Lipham
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This podcast is all about RVs, the RV lifestyle, and RV camping. I am a certified RV inspector and I cover all of the subjects that will help you get started and enjoy your RV adventures to the full. Join me as we explore the world of RVing together! And don't forget to visit my website at https://www.rvinspectionandcare.com for even more RV tips and hacks.

  1. 2d ago

    The Hidden Costs of RV Ownership Nobody Warns You About

    The purchase price and monthly payment are only part of what an RV really costs.  And several expenses can catch new RV owners, and even some experienced ones, completely by surprise—and some can even add thousands of dollars to the ownership experience.  So this podcast explains the costs you should consider before buying an RV, and how to prepare for them.  Because RV ownership can still be incredibly rewarding, but it’s much more enjoyable when you know what to expect. 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR NEW RVs - "How To Buy And Inspect A New RV The Right Way" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/OZrEw 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  NEW TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HY0Wr 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  USED TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HFc4P 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/pSyQG 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/a2FUy 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON THE BEST FIFTH WHEELS AND TOY HAULERS TO BUY NOW  at this link - bit.ly/3xMwfdE 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE -  https://payhip.com/b/WCwf7 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/2hzk3 🟢 GET MY "BEST MOTORHOMES TO BUY NOW" GUIDEBOOK HERE - https://bit.ly/3Lr5Qpn  🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING CLASS B AND B PLUS RVs - https://payhip.com/b/NvF4p 🟢 SUBSCRIBE TO MY PODCAST - https://rvinspectionandcare.buzzsprout.com/ 🟢 JOIN MY FACEBOOK RV GROUP "RV LIFE, TIPS AND REVIEWS" - https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvlifetipsandreviews 🟢 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA -  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rvinspectionandcare/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rv_inspection_and_care Send us Fan Mail Support the show 🔹 This podcast is made for entertainment purposes only. I am not an RV, travel or renovation expert. I share my opinions based on my experience and what works for me, but you should do your own research.

  2. Aug 10

    The Most Overrated RV Features - Are They Really Worth It Or Just Hype?

    Some RV features look impressive at an RV show or on a dealer’s lot—but are they really worth the extra cost, weight, space, and maintenance?  This videos takes a practical look at several popular RV features that may not live up to the hype.  So before you choose your next RV, find out which upgrades deserve a closer look and how to decide whether a feature truly fits the way you plan to travel. 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR NEW RVs - "How To Buy And Inspect A New RV The Right Way" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/OZrEw 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  NEW TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HY0Wr 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  USED TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HFc4P 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/pSyQG 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/a2FUy 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON THE BEST FIFTH WHEELS AND TOY HAULERS TO BUY NOW  at this link - bit.ly/3xMwfdE 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE -  https://payhip.com/b/WCwf7 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/2hzk3 🟢 GET MY "BEST MOTORHOMES TO BUY NOW" GUIDEBOOK HERE - https://bit.ly/3Lr5Qpn  🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING CLASS B AND B PLUS RVs - https://payhip.com/b/NvF4p 🟢 SUBSCRIBE TO MY PODCAST - https://rvinspectionandcare.buzzsprout.com/ 🟢 JOIN MY FACEBOOK RV GROUP "RV LIFE, TIPS AND REVIEWS" - https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvlifetipsandreviews 🟢 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA -  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rvinspectionandcare/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rv_inspection_and_care Send us Fan Mail Support the show 🔹 This podcast is made for entertainment purposes only. I am not an RV, travel or renovation expert. I share my opinions based on my experience and what works for me, but you should do your own research.

  3. Aug 3

    #233 - Why Some RVs Last 30 Years…While Others Become Money Pits Instead

    Why do some RVs remain dependable for 30 years while others become expensive money pits much sooner than expected?  The answer isn’t always the RV’s age, brand, or original price.  So in this podcast, I reveal six important reasons that can make the difference—and explain what RV owners and buyers should know before small problems turn into costly ones. 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR NEW RVs - "How To Buy And Inspect A New RV The Right Way" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/OZrEw 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  NEW TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HY0Wr 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  USED TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HFc4P 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/pSyQG 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/a2FUy 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON THE BEST FIFTH WHEELS AND TOY HAULERS TO BUY NOW  at this link - bit.ly/3xMwfdE 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE -  https://payhip.com/b/WCwf7 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/2hzk3 🟢 GET MY "BEST MOTORHOMES TO BUY NOW" GUIDEBOOK HERE - https://bit.ly/3Lr5Qpn  🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING CLASS B AND B PLUS RVs - https://payhip.com/b/NvF4p 🟢 SUBSCRIBE TO MY PODCAST - https://rvinspectionandcare.buzzsprout.com/ 🟢 JOIN MY FACEBOOK RV GROUP "RV LIFE, TIPS AND REVIEWS" - https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvlifetipsandreviews 🟢 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA -  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rvinspectionandcare/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rv_inspection_and_care Send us Fan Mail Support the show 🔹 This podcast is made for entertainment purposes only. I am not an RV, travel or renovation expert. I share my opinions based on my experience and what works for me, but you should do your own research.

  4. Jul 27

    #232 - The Best Boondocking RVs To Buy For Long-Term Camping

    A growing number of RVers are choosing to boondock camp for many days or even weeks at a time in very rural and scenic areas. But that calls for an RV that is up to that kind of stressful use. And this podcast explains what features identify a really good boondocking RV that you can enjoy for a very long time! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR NEW RVs - "How To Buy And Inspect A New RV The Right Way" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/OZrEw 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  NEW TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HY0Wr 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  USED TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HFc4P 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/pSyQG 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/a2FUy 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON THE BEST FIFTH WHEELS AND TOY HAULERS TO BUY NOW  at this link - bit.ly/3xMwfdE 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE -  https://payhip.com/b/WCwf7 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/2hzk3 🟢 GET MY "BEST MOTORHOMES TO BUY NOW" GUIDEBOOK HERE - https://bit.ly/3Lr5Qpn  🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING CLASS B AND B PLUS RVs - https://payhip.com/b/NvF4p 🟢 SUBSCRIBE TO MY PODCAST - https://rvinspectionandcare.buzzsprout.com/ 🟢 JOIN MY FACEBOOK RV GROUP "RV LIFE, TIPS AND REVIEWS" - https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvlifetipsandreviews 🟢 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA -  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rvinspectionandcare/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rv_inspection_and_care Send us Fan Mail Support the show 🔹 This podcast is made for entertainment purposes only. I am not an RV, travel or renovation expert. I share my opinions based on my experience and what works for me, but you should do your own research.

  5. Jul 20

    #231 - Answering Tough Questions About Thousand Trails Campground Memberships

    Thousand Trails offers campground memberships that can save a lot of money on nightly camping costs for many RVers. But there is a LOT of misinformation that swirls around about their program, and how it works, and whether it's a good value or not. So in this video I explain my experiences as a 7 year owner of a Thousand Trails membership, and give you the honest assessment from our point of view. Some of it good, some of it not so good. And here is the link to my Thousand Trails video that I mentioned, where I explain all the details and prices of their memberships - https://youtu.be/GSwkenyAzUs 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR NEW RVs - "How To Buy And Inspect A New RV The Right Way" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/OZrEw 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  NEW TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HY0Wr 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  USED TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HFc4P 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/pSyQG 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/a2FUy 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON THE BEST FIFTH WHEELS AND TOY HAULERS TO BUY NOW  at this link - bit.ly/3xMwfdE 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE -  https://payhip.com/b/WCwf7 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/2hzk3 🟢 GET MY "BEST MOTORHOMES TO BUY NOW" GUIDEBOOK HERE - https://bit.ly/3Lr5Qpn  🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING CLASS B AND B PLUS RVs - https://payhip.com/b/NvF4p 🟢 SUBSCRIBE TO MY PODCAST - https://rvinspectionandcare.buzzsprout.com/ 🟢 JOIN MY FACEBOOK RV GROUP "RV LIFE, TIPS AND REVIEWS" - https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvlifetipsandreviews 🟢 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA -  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rvinspectionandcare/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rv_inspection_and_care Send us Fan Mail Support the show 🔹 This podcast is made for entertainment purposes only. I am not an RV, travel or renovation expert. I share my opinions based on my experience and what works for me, but you should do your own research.

  6. Jul 13

    #230 - RV Travel vs Staying In Hotel Rooms - What's Best?

    One of the most lively discussions among travelers is whether using an RV or staying in hotel rooms is the better way to have a travel experience. And there are strong opinions on both sides. So this podcast covers the pros and cons of both modes of travel to help you decide what is best for you and what you prefer! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR NEW RVs - "How To Buy And Inspect A New RV The Right Way" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/OZrEw 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  NEW TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HY0Wr 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  USED TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HFc4P 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/pSyQG 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/a2FUy 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON THE BEST FIFTH WHEELS AND TOY HAULERS TO BUY NOW  at this link - bit.ly/3xMwfdE 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE -  https://payhip.com/b/WCwf7 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/2hzk3 🟢 GET MY "BEST MOTORHOMES TO BUY NOW" GUIDEBOOK HERE - https://bit.ly/3Lr5Qpn  🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING CLASS B AND B PLUS RVs - https://payhip.com/b/NvF4p 🟢 SUBSCRIBE TO MY PODCAST - https://rvinspectionandcare.buzzsprout.com/ 🟢 JOIN MY FACEBOOK RV GROUP "RV LIFE, TIPS AND REVIEWS" - https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvlifetipsandreviews 🟢 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA -  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rvinspectionandcare/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rv_inspection_and_care Send us Fan Mail Support the show 🔹 This podcast is made for entertainment purposes only. I am not an RV, travel or renovation expert. I share my opinions based on my experience and what works for me, but you should do your own research.

  7. Jul 6

    #229 - The Best Vehicles To Use For RV Towing With A Tow Dolly

    Lots of RVers like to take a vehicle along behind their motorhome as a daily driver while they are camping. And there are two main methods of towing those vehicles - flat towing or dolly towing. So this podcast explains which vehicles work best for dolly towing and how to save money on buying a tow dolly for your towed vehicle. The videos I mentioned in the podcast can be found here - https://youtu.be/ixN5OaFNMic and https://youtu.be/yZRqKpQhgw0 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR NEW RVs - "How To Buy And Inspect A New RV The Right Way" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/OZrEw 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  NEW TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HY0Wr 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  USED TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HFc4P 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/pSyQG 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/a2FUy 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON THE BEST FIFTH WHEELS AND TOY HAULERS TO BUY NOW  at this link - bit.ly/3xMwfdE 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE -  https://payhip.com/b/WCwf7 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/2hzk3 🟢 GET MY "BEST MOTORHOMES TO BUY NOW" GUIDEBOOK HERE - https://bit.ly/3Lr5Qpn  🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING CLASS B AND B PLUS RVs - https://payhip.com/b/NvF4p 🟢 SUBSCRIBE TO MY PODCAST - https://rvinspectionandcare.buzzsprout.com/ 🟢 JOIN MY FACEBOOK RV GROUP "RV LIFE, TIPS AND REVIEWS" - https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvlifetipsandreviews 🟢 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA -  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rvinspectionandcare/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rv_inspection_and_care Send us Fan Mail Support the show 🔹 This podcast is made for entertainment purposes only. I am not an RV, travel or renovation expert. I share my opinions based on my experience and what works for me, but you should do your own research.

  8. Jun 29

    #228 - Tankless vs Traditional RV Water Heaters - What Should Be In Your RV?

    RV water heaters have not changed much for many years. But now, that is no longer true! There are lots of new RVs coming from the factory with tankless waters heaters in them instead of the traditional kind with a tank. So are they better than the RV water heater that we are used to seeing in an RV, or not? This podcast explains the answer! 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR USED RVs - "How To Avoid Buying An RV Money Pit" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/cPLl 🟢 GET MY RV BUYING GUIDE FOR NEW RVs - "How To Buy And Inspect A New RV The Right Way" AT THIS LINK - https://payhip.com/b/OZrEw 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  NEW TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HY0Wr 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING  USED TRAVEL TRAILERS - https://payhip.com/b/HFc4P 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/pSyQG 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS A BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/a2FUy 🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON THE BEST FIFTH WHEELS AND TOY HAULERS TO BUY NOW  at this link - bit.ly/3xMwfdE 🟢 GET MY NEW CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE -  https://payhip.com/b/WCwf7 🟢 GET MY USED CLASS C AND SUPER C BUYING GUIDE HERE - https://payhip.com/b/2hzk3 🟢 GET MY "BEST MOTORHOMES TO BUY NOW" GUIDEBOOK HERE - https://bit.ly/3Lr5Qpn  🟢 GET MY GUIDEBOOK ON BUYING CLASS B AND B PLUS RVs - https://payhip.com/b/NvF4p 🟢 SUBSCRIBE TO MY PODCAST - https://rvinspectionandcare.buzzsprout.com/ 🟢 JOIN MY FACEBOOK RV GROUP "RV LIFE, TIPS AND REVIEWS" - https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvlifetipsandreviews 🟢 FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA -  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rvinspectionandcare/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rv_inspection_and_care Send us Fan Mail Support the show 🔹 This podcast is made for entertainment purposes only. I am not an RV, travel or renovation expert. I share my opinions based on my experience and what works for me, but you should do your own research.

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This podcast is all about RVs, the RV lifestyle, and RV camping. I am a certified RV inspector and I cover all of the subjects that will help you get started and enjoy your RV adventures to the full. Join me as we explore the world of RVing together! And don't forget to visit my website at https://www.rvinspectionandcare.com for even more RV tips and hacks.

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  • Creator
    Duane Lipham
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    234
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 RV Inspection And Care
  • Show Website
    RV Inspection And Care

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