Cyclone season in Western Australia isn’t something you “ride out and see what happens”. High winds, driving rain, flying debris, and flooding can destroy caravans that aren’t properly prepared — even if they’re parked and unattended. The key difference between minor damage and a write-off usually comes down to preparation,

Properly winterising your caravan isn’t about “parking it up and hoping for the best”. It’s about preventing damage while the van is not in use, especially from water, batteries, pests, mould, and stagnant systems. Most expensive off-season damage happens because basic winterisation steps were skipped — not because caravans are

Cracks in fibreglass or composite caravan panels can look minor at first — but if ignored, they can allow moisture in, spread under vibration, and lead to far more expensive repairs down the track. The key is knowing what type of crack you’re dealing with, because not all cracks are

Bubbling, blistering, or rippling laminate wall panels are one of the most alarming signs caravan owners notice — and for good reason. While it may start as a cosmetic issue, bubbling panels almost always point to moisture, heat, or adhesive failure underneath. The key is understanding why it’s happening, because

Failing window and hatch seals are one of the most common causes of water leaks in caravans — and they often go unnoticed until internal damage has already started. UV exposure, vibration, age, and temperature changes all cause sealants to dry out, crack, or separate from surfaces over time. This

A caravan fridge that isn’t cooling properly can quickly ruin a trip — but in many cases, the problem is not a major fault and doesn’t require a technician straight away. Caravan fridges are sensitive to power supply, ventilation, levelling, and operating conditions. A small issue in any of these

A dirty or partially blocked gas burner jet is one of the most common causes of caravan appliances failing to ignite or cutting out shortly after lighting — especially fridges, hot water systems, and cooktops. Dust, rust flakes, insects (particularly spiders), and storage-related contamination can all restrict gas flow through

If your caravan fridge isn’t cooling properly, won’t switch modes, or is showing an error light, a reset is often the first and simplest fix — especially for Dometic and Thetford models. Fridge control boards can lock up after: Power interruptions Mode switching (240V ↔ gas) Long storage periods Low

If your caravan fridge cools perfectly on 240V but refuses to run on gas, you’re not alone — this is one of the most common caravan fridge complaints, especially after storage or long periods without gas use. The good news: in most cases, the fridge itself isn’t faulty. Gas operation

Caravan fridges rely on clear airflow through external vents to stay cool. When those vents become clogged with dust, insects, leaves, or road grime, fridge performance drops fast — especially in warm weather. Poor ventilation doesn’t just affect cooling. In extreme cases, blocked vents can cause overheating and premature component

If your caravan smells unpleasant — especially around the sink, shower, or bathroom — there’s a good chance the problem is coming from the grey water system, not the toilet. Grey water smells are common, particularly after storage, warm weather, or heavy use, but they’re usually easy to fix once

Caravan water tanks that aren’t cleaned properly before or after storage can develop algae, bacteria, bad smells, and sediment buildup — even if the water looked clean when you parked up. The problem is most tank contamination happens while the caravan isn’t being used, especially during warm weather or long