The following 21 inspection items require specialized equipment, professional training, or safety considerations. While you can perform a visual inspection, we strongly recommend having a certified RV technician perform these tests.
Find a Certified RV InspectorFull roof inspection requires professional access and expertise
Full chassis inspection requires lift and professional assessment
Removal/replacement of frames, resealing, structural damage repair, fogged dual-pane window replacement, lock mechanism repair, and water intrusion diagnosis require professional RV technician evaluation
Lock cylinder replacement or re-keying, door or frame realignment, resealing compartment frames, and repair of water-damaged compartment structures require professional RV technician evaluation
Replacement of city water inlet or check valve, diagnosis of internal plumbing leaks, installation of pressure regulator or pressure reducer, and repair of water-damaged components require professional RV technician evaluation. Although checking all fixtures ensures plumbing is functioning, only conducting a timed pressure drop test by a technician will confirm no leaks are present.
Leak testing (bubble or pressure test), regulator replacement, hose or line replacement, appliance ignition testing, and system pressure verification require a certified propane technician. Visual inspection only does not confirm system integrity.
Exhaust leak testing, CO testing or appliance operation testing, exhaust pipe or manifold repair, and generator or furnace exhaust repair require a qualified technician. Visual inspection does not detect invisible leaks or carbon monoxide hazards.
Battery load testing, voltage or amp testing under load, cleaning or replacing corroded terminals, battery replacement or upgrades, lithium system verification or programming, and charging system diagnosis require a certified RV technician. Visual inspection only does not confirm battery capacity or charging system integrity.
Electrical panel inspection, voltage testing or load balancing, repair of shore power cord or inlet, EMS or surge protector diagnostics, and outlet rewiring or breaker replacement require a qualified technician. Visual and basic function testing does not confirm electrical system health or proper grounding.
Full load testing, voltage and frequency testing, oil, fuel, or coolant service, transfer switch diagnostics, and exhaust system repairs require a qualified technician. Light load operation check does not confirm generator capacity or electrical output quality.
Hydraulic pressure testing, fluid level or line service, jack alignment or replacement, control module diagnostics, and manual override testing require a qualified technician. Partial operation check does not confirm system capacity or hydraulic integrity.
Slide alignment or adjustment, seal replacement or resealing, hydraulic or motor diagnostics, control module or sensor calibration, and structural slide repairs require a qualified technician. Visual and operation check does not confirm long-term alignment or load capacity.
Moisture meter testing, structural floor repairs, subfloor replacement, wall or framing repairs, and leak source diagnosis require a qualified technician. Visual and feel testing does not confirm structural integrity or moisture content.
Wiring repairs behind walls or ceilings, fixture replacement requiring disassembly, circuit tracing or load testing, and switch replacement beyond basic trim require professional RV technician evaluation. Visual and function testing does not confirm electrical system health or wiring integrity.
Sensor cleaning or replacement, panel calibration or reprogramming, wiring diagnostics, and upgrading monitoring systems require professional RV technician evaluation. Visual and function testing does not confirm sensor accuracy or system calibration.
Gas pressure or leak testing, refrigerator cooling performance testing, appliance disassembly or repair, electrical diagnostics, and venting modifications require professional RV technician evaluation. Basic operation testing does not confirm appliance efficiency or long-term reliability.
Anode rod service, tank flushing or descaling, burner cleaning or ignition repair, electrical element replacement, and pressure relief valve replacement require professional RV technician evaluation. Basic operation testing does not confirm heater efficiency or long-term reliability.
Combustion analysis, burner or igniter service, control board diagnostics, heat exchanger inspection, and ducting repairs require a certified technician
Roof seal inspection and resealing, fan motor replacement, lid or hinge replacement, and electrical wiring repairs require a qualified technician
Detector replacement, wiring diagnostics, hardwired alarm issues, and reconfiguration after upgrades require a technician. CO and LP Gas detector accuracy testing requires professional calibration equipment
Electrical noise diagnosis, motor or fan bearing issues, structural vibration analysis, and appliance internal faults require professional diagnosis