How To Prepare Your RV and Boat for Severe Weather

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August 19th, 2024

Image of Heavy rains and cars with the heading: Protect Your Boat and RV

Severe weather in Oglesby, Ottawa, Peru, Hennepin and surrounding communities can pose significant challenges for boat and RV owners. Ensuring the safety of your valuable assets is crucial. Here’s a quick guide on how to prepare and protect your boat and RV during severe weather at Bon Voyage Storage to keep your vehicles secure.

Storing Your RV and Boat:

Documentation: Remove all essential documents from both your RV and boat, storing them in a watertight container off-site. Include a recent photo of your vehicle for insurance purposes.
Secure Storage: Park your RV and boat in a safe, sheltered location like Bon Voyage Storage, away from trees and potential hazards.
RV-Specific: Retract slide-outs and awnings, close and lock all openings, and use a protective cover. Cover tires and propane tanks.
Boat-Specific: Remove or secure equipment, disconnect electrical systems and batteries, document valuable items, and cover the boat for protection.
Clear the Area: Remove loose items from both the RV and boat areas that could become projectiles in high winds.

If Storing on a Trailer:

Ensure tires, wheel bearings, and axle are in good condition.
Lash the boat and place wheel chocks on all sides.

Why Choose Bon Voyage Storage?

Our facility is strategically built on elevated ground with superior drainage systems, ensuring your boat and RV remain safe even during heavy rainfall and potential flooding. While our enclosed and canopy units are not watertight, they offer substantial protection from the elements. Our sturdy buildings are designed to withstand strong winds and flying debris, providing reliable shelter for your valuable assets.

By choosing Bon Voyage Storage, you ensure that your valuable assets are in the best hands when severe weather hits Oglesby, Ottawa, Peru, Hennepin and surrounding communities. We also offer onsite winterization and summarization for maximum protection and convenience, giving you peace of mind no matter the weather.