When buying trailers in Canada, you must consider that your electricity bill is bound to shoot up once winter comes around. Buying a very expensive trailer to take care of the windy nights is not always the solution. A few tricks and tips to manage the heat better will allow you to lower your electricity bill.
Tips to Keeping Your Trailer Warm in Winter
The following pointers will allow you to keep your trailer warm even in winters:
- As soon as you buy a trailer in Canada, ensure that the insulation is in place. This is probably the most important step to successful and low cost heating of a trailer. Holes in the ceiling and poor/ old insulation will not be able to contain the heat for too long. Hence, you will require a higher amount as well as a continuous source of heat to maintain a warm temperature within the trailer.
- As an extension to the insulation of a trailer, the rubber seals and gaskets around windows should be checked to ensure there are no leakages. Maintenance, repair, and replacement, if needed should be performed immediately.
- If there is a draft in your trailer, consider sealing it with silicone rubber or spray foam insulation. This will keep cold air from entering your trailer and hot air from leaving it.
Quick Fix: If you are at a campsite and don’t have the time or resources to fix the problem, consider using painter’s tape. Similar to masking tape, painter’s tape helps in securing the edge of a window or shutting off the source of a draft. The difference lies in the fact that this tape does not leave a sticky residue.
Maintaining your trailer to ensure that it gives you and your family the best possible experience will help you enjoy a higher return on your investment. A few smart preventive steps can save you a fortune. However, this is a continuous process. Whether you’re looking to keep your trailer warm in winter or cool in summer, these tips and trick for trailer maintenance will help you effectively utilize your trailer.