<\/picture><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHow Long Do I Get Hot Water in My RV Shower?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n More often than not your RV came with a water heater already installed. Your water heater will need to be turned on in order to be used, there is typically a switch located on the control panel that will keep your water heater on or off. Having your water heater on will allow you to get hot water throughout your RV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you forget to turn your water heater on, make sure to give it at least ten minutes to heat up, or else you will be stepping into a cold shower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can also change out your typical hot water heater for a tankless hot water heater that will allow you to get a lot more consistent hot water. Tankless water heaters typically use propane to heat, so having available propane hooked up is incredibly important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having hot showers in your RV will depend on how many people are using the hot water and how long of a shower they are taking. Your family taking long showers means you will have to space out your showers to ensure everyone gets hot water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another way you can preserve hot water is by switching off the water while showering. You can do this by using the knob typically located near the showerhead. Many RVers use this switch off to lather up and then switch the water back on to rinse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Factors Affect How Long of a Shower I Can Take in My RV?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Typically, the length of a shower you can take in your RV depends on many things. Whether you are boondocking, hooked up to water hookups, and if you have a dump station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When you are boondocking, which means no hookups and dry camping, the only water you usually have is what is being held in your tanks. The water in your tanks is the only water you can use unless you have another separate water reservoir. Your freshwater tank only holds so much water, once you are out of water, you are out. When you are boondocking, you have to take quick showers to preserve your water so you do not run out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are at a campsite you more often than not have water hookups at your site. Some campsites have water hookups as well as electrical hookups. Having water hookups at your site means you will not have to worry about getting access to water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One aspect you will have to worry about is filling up your wastewater tanks too quickly. There are multiple ways to combat this issue. You can either take your RV to the nearest dump station or you can buy a separate reservoir that hooks up to your trailer hitch. If you are wanting to wait between having to dump your wastewater tanks you will need to be intentional about how you use your water and not use too much water when you shower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lastly, if you are at full hookups you can take as long of a shower as you want because you have a place to drain your tanks as well as refill your water. Typically, full hookups are more expensive but allow you some great amenities, such as longer showers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Water while on the road is something important that you should consider while buying a new or used RV, fifth wheel, or motorhome. RV showers are included in most trailers and provide you with convenience while you travel to different campgrounds. There are multiple factors to consider when using your RV shower, one is how much water you can use, and how to use water efficiently. Where you camp as well as how many people you are camping with will affect how long each person can successfully shower with hot water.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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