This moisture can leak into the rv or freeze and expand and can cause damage to your vehicle.
Putting a tarp on rv roof.
While you certainly don t need to use a tarp when storing your rv many rvers choose to put some sort of covering over their camper.
Certain rv specific tarps have added features that make them more suited for storing your rv.
Try to pick a day that is not windy or else you may face frustration because as soon as you open the tarp up there it will start blowing all over the place.
If you don t have a helper use the metal rings to hold down the tarp at the furthest four corners.
Sandwich the tarp by nailing a second 2 x 4 board to.
Partially unroll your tarp to cover the damaged area from the roof s eaves to peak.
If you have a helper this part is easy.
He also mentions that you should never cover your rv completely in a blue tarp because this will restrict airflow.
Unfold the tarp on the roof.
Create an anchor board by rolling the tarp s peak end with a 2 x 4 inch board and nailing the tarp to your board with.
These ropes may shift and flap in the wind or rub against the rv body causing damage.
The tarp itself may fray shred blow off or shift which can cause issues.
Most people will also need to use bungees or ropes to secure the tarp to the vehicle.