{"id":6068,"date":"2023-03-22T13:32:22","date_gmt":"2023-03-22T13:32:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/?p=6068"},"modified":"2023-03-24T10:28:01","modified_gmt":"2023-03-24T10:28:01","slug":"spring-checks-for-your-static-caravan-or-lodge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/spring-checks-for-your-static-caravan-or-lodge-6068\/","title":{"rendered":"Video: Essential spring checks for your static caravan or lodge"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Spring is here and it&#8217;s time to get back to your static caravan or holiday lodge and enjoy everything the new season has to offer. Here we bring you our top tips on carrying out those essential Spring checks, to make sure you spot any winter damage and get your caravan ready for the season ahead.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\"  id=\"_ytid_42888\"  width=\"640\" height=\"360\"  data-origwidth=\"640\" data-origheight=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jNxN6Sm3WVU?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<ol>\n<li>\n<h3>Have a toolkit<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>It&#8217;s worthwhile keeping a toolkit at your caravan so you make any quick fixes when problems arise. This could include a set of screwdrivers, pliers, tape measure, extension lead, step ladders, WD40, brushes, hammer and hacksaw. Plus, a stash of cleaning products for when you come to open up.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-13004\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tools-cleaning-etc-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"static caravan tools\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tools-cleaning-etc-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tools-cleaning-etc-380x214.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tools-cleaning-etc-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tools-cleaning-etc-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tools-cleaning-etc-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tools-cleaning-etc-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">2. Pack the essentials<\/h3>\n<p>When returning to your static caravan or lodge you&#8217;ll want to make sure you&#8217;ve packed everything you need for the new season ahead. First of all don&#8217;t forget your caravan keys (yep we&#8217;ve done that before!), any passes or codes for the entry gates, batteries for smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, toilet and kitchen roll, towels, bedding, and food, particularly the non-perishable type.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12997\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/carrying-essentials-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/carrying-essentials-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/carrying-essentials-380x214.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/carrying-essentials-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/carrying-essentials-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/carrying-essentials-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/carrying-essentials-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Then any electrical equipment you might have removed, such as the TV, kettle and vacuum cleaner.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">3. Exterior checks<\/h3>\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve unpacked the essentials, check the outside of your caravan for any signs of damage from bad weather, such as strong winds or heavy rainfall.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12998\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-exterior-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"static caravan exterior spring checks\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-exterior-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-exterior-380x214.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-exterior-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-exterior-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-exterior-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-exterior-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Pay particular attention to your static caravan&#8217;s windows, skylights, seams and seals, guttering, roof tiles, and aerials\/satellite dishes, plus any decking or outside sheds. Make sure <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/video-how-to-keep-your-static-caravan-water-tight-11720\/\">seams, seals and window and door frames are still in a good condition and that they\u2019re still watertight<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Check any vents and flues to make sure they\u2019re not blocked or have not had any animals nesting in them during the winter months. The same goes for the underside of the caravan.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">4. Check for storm or weather damage<\/h3>\n<p>Have a good look around the panels of your caravan to make sure they haven&#8217;t suffered any damage, checking for dents, holes or cracks.<\/p>\n<p>Make a note of any repairs that might need to be carried out and if you&#8217;re going to need to contact your insurance company to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/contact\/claims.php?dealercode=URLTRACK&amp;campaignID=NTNET676&amp;sourcebusID=DSITE680&amp;activityID=NTNET821\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">make a claim<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12989\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_0414-1024x768.png\" alt=\"static caravan spring checks\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_0414-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_0414-380x285.png 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_0414-100x75.png 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_0414-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_0414-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_0414-2048x1536.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Inside your caravan, be sure to throw open all the doors and windows to let the air circulate through your caravan and once you&#8217;ve turned the electricity back on you could use a dehumidifier if it feels damp in the air and there seems to be lots of\u00a0excess moisture.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-13002\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/opening-window-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/opening-window-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/opening-window-380x214.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/opening-window-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/opening-window-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/opening-window-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/opening-window-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Check all corners of the rooms to make sure you&#8217;ve not had any leaks.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">5. Check for damp<\/h3>\n<p>Your nose is a great indicator to let you know if there\u2019s any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/feeling-damp-guide-spotting-damp-static-caravan-5429\/\">damp<\/a> and mould in your caravan when carrying out your Spring checks.<\/p>\n<p>But it\u2019s also a good idea to do a visual check around the corners of the rooms, along ceilings, around vents, external doors, windows and any skylights. Pay particular attention to the kitchen and bathroom areas, looking for any discolouration or water marks around taps, sinks, showers or white goods.\u00a0Also check the backs of cupboards.<\/p>\n<p>Also, check your furnishings for damp, mildew or mould, including the underside of cushions and mattresses.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-13000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-mattress-for-damp-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-mattress-for-damp-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-mattress-for-damp-380x214.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-mattress-for-damp-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-mattress-for-damp-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-mattress-for-damp-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-mattress-for-damp-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If there&#8217;s any springiness in the floors, make sure it&#8217;s not caused by damp by looking to see if there are any damp or dark patches. You might also want to use a damp meter if you&#8217;re concerned.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12975\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0349-1024x768.png\" alt=\"spring checks for damp\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0349-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0349-380x285.png 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0349-100x75.png 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0349-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0349-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0349-2048x1536.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve used any moisture traps or salt containers during the winter months then empty these.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12999\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-furniture-for-damp-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-furniture-for-damp-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-furniture-for-damp-380x214.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-furniture-for-damp-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-furniture-for-damp-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-furniture-for-damp-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/checking-furniture-for-damp-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Also have a good look in every room to make sure you&#8217;ve not had any unwelcome visitors, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/theres-a-rat-in-the-kitchen-what-am-i-gonna-do-3586\/?dealercode=URLTRACK&amp;campaignID=NTNET676&amp;sourcebusID=DSITE680&amp;activityID=NTNET821\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">mice or rats, <\/a>by looking for droppings or damage to upholstery or even the furniture or flooring.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">6. Turn on the water<\/h3>\n<p>Turn on the water at the stopcock,\u00a0 then slowly open up one tap at a time inside the caravan and let them run for a few minutes to get rid of any trapped air.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12986\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0396-1-1024x768.png\" alt=\"turning on static caravan stopcock\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0396-1-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0396-1-380x285.png 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0396-1-100x75.png 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0396-1-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0396-1-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0396-1-2048x1536.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Keep an eye on the underside of your caravan for any leaks and once all taps are open and water is running through the caravan turn up the water pressure, and continue to look for any leaks.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12977\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0398-1024x768.png\" alt=\"spring checks underside of static caravan\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0398-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0398-380x285.png 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0398-100x75.png 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0398-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0398-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0398-2048x1536.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Pay particular attention to pipework in bathrooms behind showers and toilets and areas behind the dishwasher and washing machine if you have one.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12981\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0427-1024x768.png\" alt=\"static caravan spring checks pipes\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0427-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0427-380x285.png 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0427-100x75.png 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0427-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0427-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0427-2048x1536.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">7. Turn on the heating<\/h3>\n<p>Close the windows and warm the caravan through by turning on the heating system, be that the gas central heating, electric heaters, fire, or oil filled radiators.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12978\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0365-1024x768.png\" alt=\"turning on static caravan heating\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0365-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0365-380x285.png 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0365-100x75.png 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0365-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0365-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0365-2048x1536.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">8. Check safety devices<\/h3>\n<p>Replace batteries in smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors and then security alarms, if needed.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12980\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0423-1024x768.png\" alt=\"checking static caravan smoke alarm\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0423-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0423-380x285.png 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0423-100x75.png 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0423-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0423-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0423-2048x1536.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Also, check the dates on your fire extinguisher and fire blanket, and that they\u2019re still in a good condition, arranging a replacement if they\u2019ve expired.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12979\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0368-1024x768.png\" alt=\"checking static caravan fire extinguisher\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0368-1024x768.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0368-380x285.png 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0368-100x75.png 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0368-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0368-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0368-2048x1536.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Check dates on any first aid kits too.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve not already done so, it&#8217;s a good time to book your boiler in for its annual service to make sure it continues to give you hot water and heating throughout the season. But do still visually check the pipework around it to make sure there aren\u2019t any leaks or signs of damage, avoiding touching any hot pipes.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">9. Give it a good spring clean<\/h3>\n<p>Not only will you feel ready to enjoy lots of holidays in your static caravan or lodge if it&#8217;s clean and fresh, but removing dirt and other nasties will also help keep the bodywork, soft furnishings and other fixtures and fittings in a good condition.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-13001\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/cleaning-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/cleaning-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/cleaning-380x214.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/cleaning-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/cleaning-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/cleaning-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/cleaning-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/top-tips-on-cleaning-your-static-caravan-or-lodge-4217\/?dealercode=URLTRACK&amp;campaignID=NTNET676&amp;sourcebusID=DSITE680&amp;activityID=NTNET821\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cleaning guide <\/a>for more tips.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">10. Pop the kettle on!<\/h3>\n<p>Finally, you&#8217;ll want\u00a0to pop the kettle on for a nice cuppa, or pour a glass of your favourite tipple, sit back and relax!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-13003\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pouring-cuppa-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pouring-cuppa-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pouring-cuppa-380x214.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pouring-cuppa-100x56.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pouring-cuppa-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pouring-cuppa-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pouring-cuppa-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>One final check is to make sure your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/static-caravan-insurance\/?dealercode=URLTRACK&amp;campaignID=NTNET676&amp;sourcebusID=DSITE680&amp;activityID=NTNET821\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">static caravan insurance<\/a> is up-to-date so you can relax in the knowledge that you&#8217;re covered for things like accidental damage, fire, theft, storm and flooding.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-12982\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0433-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"static caravan insurance\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0433-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0433-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0433-100x75.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0433-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0433-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leisuredays.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/IMG_0433-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A big thank you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ribbyhall.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ribby Hall Holiday Village<\/a> where we filmed our static caravan Spring checks video.<\/p>\n<h3>Over to you<\/h3>\n<p>Are there any essential Spring static caravan or holiday lodge checks we&#8217;ve missed that you carry out when you make your first visit of the new season? 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