One of the key items when planning a vacation with your motorhome or RV is to ensure that you have a proper supply of clean water available.  If you have travelled a lot you know that the water supply in some RV parks may not be up to the standard that you are used to.  Here are a few helpful hints to consider to ensure that your water supply is clean and that your water care system is maintained.

• Use a separate water hose that is designed specifically and only for drinking water.  It is a good idea to color code your hoses so that they do not get mixed up
• Use a water filter for your fresh water intake to your water tank.  (Note that filters will clean the water but they do not purify the water)
• If possible run your water through a purifying system
• Test the water from campground sources before using.  Check for clarity and odor
• Keep a supply of bottled water in your RV or motorhome
• If the water looks clean but you are not entirely convinced that it is safe to drink or prepare food with, you may want to boil your water as a precautionary measure
• RV water pressure is designed to be 50-70 pounds per square inch.  If you want to be sure of the water pressure from various resources you can hook up a water regulator at the faucet end of your hose
• If you will be spending a lot of time in your RV you may want to consider investing in a water system conditioner that can act as a purifier and water softener

If you have other tips for water care maintenance in recreational vehicles that you would like to share with others, please contact us. 

Calgary RV dealer, Guarantee RV is located in Alberta, Canada with locations in Edmonton and Calgary.