{"id":11720,"date":"2022-02-15T21:27:56","date_gmt":"2022-02-15T21:27:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/?p=11720"},"modified":"2022-02-16T08:58:23","modified_gmt":"2022-02-16T08:58:23","slug":"video-how-to-keep-your-static-caravan-water-tight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/video-how-to-keep-your-static-caravan-water-tight-11720\/","title":{"rendered":"VIDEO: How to keep your static caravan water tight"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Water ingress damage from failed seams and seals due to wear and tear won\u2019t be covered by your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/PDFS\/holiday_caravan_policy_booklet-230821.pdf#page=25\">static caravan insurance policy<\/a> so it\u2019s really important to keep a regular check on these.<\/p>\n<p>In this video, we went to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sgmcaravansales.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">SGM Caravan Sales<\/a> in Cumbria, to explain the regular checks you can take to prevent water from getting into your static caravan.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\"  id=\"_ytid_76414\"  width=\"640\" height=\"360\"  data-origwidth=\"640\" data-origheight=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EJGtsMg8e2Y?enablejsapi=1&autoplay=0&cc_load_policy=0&cc_lang_pref=&iv_load_policy=1&loop=0&rel=1&fs=1&playsinline=0&autohide=2&theme=dark&color=red&controls=1&disablekb=0&\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Check your static caravan seams and seals<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Regularly inspect your static caravan seams and seals around windows and doors, the top corners of your caravan, where the roof meets the sidewalls, and along the panel joins, particularly before closing up for winter and then again when you return at the start of the season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11724\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Checking-window-seals.jpg\" alt=\"checking static caravan window seals\" width=\"640\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Checking-window-seals.jpg 891w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Checking-window-seals-380x279.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Checking-window-seals-100x74.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Checking-window-seals-768x565.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check seals around all windows by running your fingers along the seals to see if there are any cracks, missing sealant, or to make sure the mastic doesn&#8217;t come away. If the seals on your static caravan windows have cracked then a new non-setting mastic will need reapplying and the window will need to be removed and re-fitted. This work should be done by a professional repairer to make sure the caravan remains water-tight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11723 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-12.56.53-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"resealing static caravan window\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-12.56.53-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-12.56.53-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-12.56.53-100x75.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-12.56.53-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-12.56.53-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-12.56.53-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you have neoprene foam around your windows and corner seams then make sure it&#8217;s touching the side panels of your static caravan and that there aren&#8217;t any gaps. A visual inspection is recommended each year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11728\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Neoprene-foam-window-seal.jpg\" alt=\"Neoprene foam static caravan seal\" width=\"640\" height=\"495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Neoprene-foam-window-seal.jpg 834w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Neoprene-foam-window-seal-380x294.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Neoprene-foam-window-seal-100x77.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Neoprene-foam-window-seal-768x594.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If the mastic in your static caravan seams where the panels join has failed, in that it&#8217;s cracked, missing, or is coming away, then it will need removing and replacing as rainwater could get into these gaps. Again, this is best carried out by a professional to make sure it keeps water out of the static caravan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-11726 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Cracked-and-missing-mastic-on-caravan-panel-joints-1024x573.jpg\" alt=\"cracked and missing seal on static caravan\" width=\"640\" height=\"358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Cracked-and-missing-mastic-on-caravan-panel-joints-1024x573.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Cracked-and-missing-mastic-on-caravan-panel-joints-380x213.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Cracked-and-missing-mastic-on-caravan-panel-joints-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Cracked-and-missing-mastic-on-caravan-panel-joints-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Cracked-and-missing-mastic-on-caravan-panel-joints.jpg 1092w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>Check and clean guttering<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Regularly check the guttering around your static caravan to make sure it\u2019s kept clear of leaves, debris, or any obstructions so it doesn\u2019t become blocked and cause water to become trapped or worse still, seep into the caravan, underneath the roof. Cleaning your gutters and downpipes regularly will allow rainwater to drain away freely.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-11729 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.00.54-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"static caravan guttering full of leaves\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.00.54-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.00.54-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.00.54-100x75.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.00.54-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.00.54-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.00.54-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Check air vents<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>There are many air vents on a caravan roof, which can also be susceptible to leaks over time if the seals around them crack or fail. It\u2019s important to inspect your roof and exterior air vent joints regularly for damage and any holes or gaps, particularly before stormy weather strikes. Any damage should be repaired immediately by a professional repairer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-11732 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-13.56.08-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"static caravan roof vent with cracked seals\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-13.56.08-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-13.56.08-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-13.56.08-100x75.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-13.56.08-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-13.56.08-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-13.56.08-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Also check seals around side vents for any damaged sealant or cracks. Make sure they aren\u2019t blocked so air can flow around your caravan to prevent future damp and mildew issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-11734 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-24-25-pm-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"static caravan air vent\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-24-25-pm-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-24-25-pm-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-24-25-pm-100x75.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-24-25-pm-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-24-25-pm-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-24-25-pm-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>Check for damp<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Finally, to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/guide-spotting-damp-static-caravan-5429\/\">check for damp<\/a> in the inside of your static caravan, go around the windows and top corners of your caravan with a damp meter. Your park owner might have a more accurate damp meter and be able to carry out this inspection for you for a small charge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-11730 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-14-19-pm-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"checking static caravan for damp\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-14-19-pm-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-14-19-pm-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-14-19-pm-100x75.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-14-19-pm-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-14-19-pm-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Photo-02-02-2022-2-14-19-pm-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sometimes you&#8217;ll be able to see patches of discolouration on the wall boards or black patches in the corners. Make sure any damp is treated quickly to prevent the problem from getting worse.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-11731 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.22.10-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"static caravan damp and discolouration\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.22.10-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.22.10-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.22.10-100x75.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.22.10-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.22.10-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/2022-02-02-14.22.10-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Remember, static caravan insurance policies will not cover water ingress caused by general wear and tear so it&#8217;s important to look after your holiday caravan by carrying out these simple checks throughout the year.<\/p>\n<p>For any questions about making a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/static-caravan-insurance\/customer-zone.php?dealercode=URLTRACK&amp;campaignID=NTNET676&amp;sourcebusID=DSITE680&amp;activityID=3NGUISI1\">static caravan insurance claim<\/a>, and if you&#8217;re unsure what isn&#8217;t covered by your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/PDFS\/holiday_caravan_policy_booklet-230821.pdf\">Leisuredays insurance policy<\/a>, you can speak to our Claims Liaison Team on 01422 396812.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Over to you\u2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Have you experienced water ingress in your holiday caravan or got any tips to share? Feel free to make a comment in the box below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We went to SGM Caravan Sales, to explain the regular checks you can take to prevent water from getting into your static caravan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":11744,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[301,662],"tags":[1482,1483,7,1484],"class_list":["post-11720","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-holiday-home-tips","category-videos","tag-prevent-water","tag-seams-and-seals","tag-static-caravan","tag-water-ingress"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>VIDEO: How to keep your static caravan water tight - Leisuredays News<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Leisuredays went to SGM Caravan Sales, to 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