The Best Products For Preventing RV Roof Leaks

Above, The Beast at Lake Havasu City in March. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

The big downpour two evenings ago made me think more about my Winnebago motorhome's roof.

It is a fiberglass roof and it has served well with no leaks (thus far). I expect that it is in good shape as I keep the motorhome in a steel RV garage. It is well-protected in the GOCO Beast Barn.

But, it is time to do some preventative maintenance on the roof so that if I happen to be caught in a downpour somewhere, I don't get any leaks. Thankfully, I have a new 14' ladder to access the roof without climbing onto the roof itself (which is not recommended by Winnebago).

So, I put in an order for some Dicor Self-Leveling Lap Sealant - White this morning. 

As it happens, Do It Yourself RV has a new article on the best products for preventing RV roof leaks. The Dicor Self-Leveling Lap Sealant looks to be the best one listed to suit my motorhome's roof maintenance needs.

The article begins with:

A leaky roof is an instant trip-ruiner for anyone who loves to travel in an RV. You’re counting on your camper to keep you warm and dry, so RV roof leaks cannot be ignored. They can cause long-term damage to your vehicle as well, which will affect its livability and resale value.

Luckily, there are ways to fix or prevent leaks from happening in the first place. You’ll want to make sure you’re trusting the right product with this important task, so we’ve assembled a list of 6 of the best sealants and protective coatings to use on your RV roof. These might come in the form of tapes, liquid coatings, or caulking tubes. Rest assured that your roof is in good hands with any of these options though!

To read the full article, go here.