Don't Waste Time Cleaning Your RV Roof! AllAboutRVs

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@AllAboutRVs 2 ай бұрын

Hope these tips help! It's not a complicated job but I hope this helps make it even easier! Shout out and Thanks to etrailer! bit.ly/4gh2yVO

@gct1964 Ай бұрын

@@AllAboutRVs When you sprayed Simple Green on roof, was it full strength or diluted?

@ceimo856 Ай бұрын

Word of caution. I was told by several RV techs and the manufacture to NOT use Dawn on the roof. It’s too aggressive. It breaks down the self leveling caulk (sealant). 😉

@timleinart1645 9 күн бұрын

I use Dicor Roof Cleaner and Conditioner. Comes out clean and conditioned every time. Do it every year.

@grc5618 2 ай бұрын

In the Air Force we switched from regular Simple Green to Aircraft grade. We found that regular simple green is caustic and will make rubber, silicone, and plastics brittle over time. Try out the Aircraft grade next time and see what you think.

@jayfro8340 5 күн бұрын

Yes, I've had simple green jack up a bit of silicone

@opyz Ай бұрын

In 3 used RV that have pass my hands I always immediately after buying, clean the roof, then apply Henry Tropi-cool 887 silicone and after they the roof is secured for “life” and to cleaning a simple broom with dish soap. That silicone coat make the roof eternal, and dirt, dust and other debris never stick to it is like magic.

@jdright1157 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips!! 2 thumbs up!! I used to use dawn. But since I was dreading it and your video came at just the right time!! I went and got some simple green this morning, mixed a gallon in my pump sprayer, and was instantly and pleasantly amazed!! Thanks!!

@dlinn246 Ай бұрын

4:14 not gonna lie, watching you walk backwards right there got me a little woozy

@gct1964 2 ай бұрын

When you sprayed the Simple Green on the roof, was it straight out of the bottle or did you dilute it?

@Freightmeister 2 ай бұрын

Nice vid Jared. Thanks for showing us that Simple Green is a good choice.

@WeSometimesRV Ай бұрын

Great video, I will use the Simple Green next time I clean the roof. Had a question about Eternabond tape. Do you recommend it? I wanted to reseal the roof and was thinking about going with the Eternabond.

@madweazl 2 ай бұрын

Foaming Simple Green is my go to. Wet the roof, spray a section down with the foam, soft brush, rinse, done. 2 cans did my 35' with 3 slide. A/C cover, fan covers, and vent covers came out looking great as well. And I ditch the shoes and do the job in socks; they seem to grip better than my shoes lol.

@darylberry6286 Ай бұрын

The day after 8 cleaned my roof I see this video. The next time I will do it your way. Speaking of the Turtle Wax, last year I applied Turtle Wax Hybrid Ceramic and when I washed the rig yesterday, black streaked came right off and water beaded like it had just been applied. Good stuff!

@joedonbaker1673 Ай бұрын

I've been using Release Aircraft Cleaner and it works well.

@bearcat1964 16 күн бұрын

Great stuff on all your videos. Came back to watch this again just to see if I could find any of what I found on my Grand Design Imagine roof. After cleaning this fall, I noticed several places that looked like a nail head pushing up from under the roof liner. Have you seen this? Just had a new roof put on last fall and I'm somewhat concerned that this could push through and open up a hole and cause another mess like I had last year that made me replace the roof.

@humblerojo6300 Ай бұрын

Dirt, dust and debris fines actually are a beneficial way of sealing fine holes and cracks in seams and caulk. All I care about is keeping gutters clean and removing large debris. Now, if you care about resale value then I get all the cleaning. I dare say that cleaning seams is what likely starts more leaks than just having a somewhat dirty roof.

@gale1906 Ай бұрын

Wish there was a link to the brush you used. Very helpful video!

@TraconWizard 2 ай бұрын

Wrapping the hose around something is so simple it's genius. Nothing extra to remember, drop or scrape the TPO.

@ourvlife1 Ай бұрын

Your video Jared came at perfect timing. I have also been using Dawn as well since it was one of Alpha’s recommendations along with the other three. I will be also switching over to Simple Green general purpose as I was never completely satisfied with the results from Dawn. Thanks again for your time and effort putting this awesome video together.

@kentwicker6818 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for doing the tests! I use Simple Green so much i buy the 2.5 gallon jugs 😁. Always used the same boat/rv soap on the roof i use for the sides and its ok but will definitely try Simple Green next time.

@jerrydaminato743 2 ай бұрын

Awe...I just finished washing our RV roof with Dawn. Good news is I just ordered a jug of Simple Clean and it will be here tomorrow. 🇨🇦

@kevinburroughs6583 Ай бұрын

Did you have a link for that brush you used on the roof?

@jbadger1458 Ай бұрын

Simple Green is one of my favorite cleaners! Never knew I could use it on our trailers roof. Thank you very much!

@pvf1799 2 ай бұрын

Why don’t you use the Dicor products for cleaning the roof and providing UV?

@ipcamper9940 2 ай бұрын

Our Surveyor trailer has a PVC membrane roof. I use ArmorAll Wash & Wax Car wash on the roof and the sides of the trailer. Not expensive and does a good job. Just did it yesterday.

@XLSLife 2 ай бұрын

I just did my roof last weekend. I used a low pressure electric pressure washer with one of those spiral "turbo" nozzles. I kept away from the sealants but it removed all the dirt quickly and without any chemicals. I'll have to get up there sometime with some Simple Green or something and clean the areas with sealant on them, but for getting the bulk of it in a hurry, it worked well. I also haven't spent much time under trees so the roof wasn't all that dirty to begin with. (Unlike my AC condenser, even though it was cleaned a few months ago. Completely plugged with what looked like cat fur.) Then I washed the sides with Turtle Wax's Hybrid Ceramic since it's well reviewed.

@jbadger1458 Ай бұрын

NEVER use any type of pressure washer! That will damage the roof

@kevincameron8437 2 ай бұрын

I just did my roof yesterday with a mixture of Purple Power and Dawn and it got 70% of the dirt....of course this is the first time in about 2 years I've cleaned my roof. I like to say "its' clean dirt". I'll get up with a hand brush later on to get it back to "factory white". Thanks for the tips on the cleaners and I love the Turtle Wax Graphine on my truck, so I'll give it a whirl on my camper..

@crazyheadgarage2599 2 ай бұрын

Simple green is good but make sure you rinse it good. Simple green will eat aluminum is left on it. I had a 55gallon drum of it in the military and it ate the bottom half of the pickup to the pump (bottom half was aluminum). It was dissolved.

@DannyNomad 2 ай бұрын

Wait, people clean their roof?

@riccochet704 2 ай бұрын

I've been using Pine-Sol on my alpha TPO roof for 10 years. It's still soft and pliable, cleans it great, no issues with the gel coat either.

@wescat2 2 ай бұрын

Great video Jared. Jescar Ultra Lock+ is a great sealant for RVs. I've ceramic coated parts of ours. The Cap and Door with Gyeon Mohs Evo.

@Keith80027 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for doing these tests. How many RV parks let you use water to clean your trailer? Do you pay them extra or just do it?

@haroldb5569 Ай бұрын

Great vid as usual, only wax I use on my class C is the turtle graphene flex and it works great!

@td5997 22 күн бұрын

Need to use 30 second outdoor cleaner - works amazingly- available at your local cal box store

@bw6078 Ай бұрын

I was wondering what the dilution of the spray bottle was because I just bought a gallon of the concentrate. One commenter indicated they used a 1-1 mixture so I’ll give that a go.

@Viz1-txredisright Ай бұрын

I love your videos! Thank you. Got so tired of watching the other “drama queen” rv channels

@franciscodomenech8084 Ай бұрын

I spray wet and forget work excellent for me. Just read the directions easy to do it. I clean everything with that, I huse simple green before and like too for me wet and forget is better .

@BestNCBBQ Ай бұрын

Been using Simple Green for several years to clean the roof of our 303. I use a 50/50 dilution mixture. Not sure if the spray bottle you used is diluted or not?

@mcsvls Ай бұрын

As a boat owner, Dawn is a great soap, but Dawn strips your wax, so you don't use it unless you are going to wax the surface after cleaning with it. I would guess if you have a fiberglass roof cap, you would want it waxed to minimize sun damage and oxidation. (which like a boat that oxidation will run down the sides leaving white streaks. So, I would be looking for products that don't strip wax. 303 makes some great space-age cleaners.

@belindah9790 25 күн бұрын

EPDM says no petroleum or @ citrus based”@ cleaners I bought dimple green - but it has citrus in it - I’m wondering if it will be okay on my EPDM?

@jeffjacoby3039 2 ай бұрын

My fifth wheel roof is 20 years old. I have only washed it 3 times. I live in the desert of Calif. I would be washing it 20 times a year with the dirt. I was looking at it today and yes it is dirty but the membrane looks like orange peel but still in really good shape. I wait for the rains to wash the dirt off but I am afraid to scrub it too hard because of age. I have never had a leak also. I am leaving it alone.

@RickC77 Ай бұрын

Would love a list of the product you used and possible links to the products. After watching the vid the simply green you used was the all purpose one so that is no problem. What about the uV protector for the skylights ect.? Also, great video on cleaning the roof. May switch from dawn to the simply green myself.

@jasonvaroney4722 2 ай бұрын

Wondering if and how often have you ever had to change the membrane on your roof. And if so, how hard was it with your solar panels. Thinking of putting panels on our roof. Thanks so much

@jameshodgins1937 2 ай бұрын

We use Simple Green and a soft brush as well. It works great. We also have an expandable hose a cloth cover, too. We use Mcguire's wash and wax for the side walls.

@markwiegard8384 19 күн бұрын

I weight 300lb and own a GD reflection 337. Am I too heavy to walk on the rv roof? The ladder is 250lbs. Of course I can lean a ladder on the camper to get on the roof. That said, I’ve owned the camper new since 2021 and need to do the roof maintenance or find someone to do it.

@ladikmk 2 ай бұрын

Simple Green is a great all-around cleaner. I buy it by the gallon. It can be diluted to recommended concentrations on the back of the jug (or bottle) or used full strength, and it does a great job.

@chrisschiel6741 Ай бұрын

Curious, your using premixed Simple Green. What is the concentration of it? Helps if you're going to use a gallon size and need to mix it up.

@bparkinson1234 2 ай бұрын

You were spot on the past cleaner mildew spray for my white awning! Did an amazing job. FYI been using simple green on roof for years. Glad to see it won

@jclemmer75 Ай бұрын

Does this mean I didn't need "roof cleaner", "awning cleaner", "black streak cleaner", or any of the several other specialized cleaners the RV stores sell? Can one cleaner do it all?

@Eightball2516 Ай бұрын

Do you use a seal on the roof after you clean it

@DR-ro7dw 2 ай бұрын

After cleaning your roof, do you apply any type of UV protectant or rubber roof treatment to keep it supple? I find older roof membranes can have a bit of a powdery material which would indicate the rubber roof slowly breaking down due to sun and time. I have a roof that’s 25 years old and after cleaning always apply a I’ve protectant to try and slow that process but wondering if there is something better that you use!

@ChipLohman Ай бұрын

Used your method today and the Simple Green worked great, Jared. Want to buy 2 gallons of Dawn? 😢 .(I gave up worrying about the gray splotches on the TPO material.) Had a question regarding dropping the wintner matt underneath our Grand Design Reflection. I've done it twice, and it's a major headache lying on your back, trying to get all the holes to line-up for reinstallation. I'm going to use some 2 inch. aluminum angle bars to build a hinged access panel underneath the holding tanks, where I can get to sensors and valves. Any suggestions or lessons learned.?

@patrickfegan4039 Ай бұрын

Be careful with the Simple Green. I used it to clean chain lube off rear wheel of my motorcycle. The rims where factory painted white. The Simple Green was fantastic for removing the lube, but after a few cleanings, i noticed it also started removing the paint!

@garyfolkes5911 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the simple no nonsense approach •••easy to understand •••

@ryankingston6119 2 ай бұрын

What do you use as a roof protectant?

@clintonschlutz2768 2 ай бұрын

I used b.e.s.t. rubbet roof cleaner last year, it had " uv protectants" in it. Any experiance with this cleaner? I may have fallin for a gimmick but it did seam to clean very well. I dont remember what used this year but may try simple green in the future! Flex wax is great stuff for the price!! I use it on both my rigs and it hangs on for a good 6 months.

@mrracerx8302 2 ай бұрын

It looked like you were at least having overspray on your solar panels with the simple green. Are you washing your solar panels with the same solution? Very timely video as I brushed some Pine needles off my slide roofs today I noticed that my roof was overdue as are my panels So definitely interested in whether you’re using simple green on your solar panels

@Super_C_Chows 2 ай бұрын

If you are using simple green hose the wash off from the sides quickly. Simple green will strip breakdown any wax/sealant you have on the sides. You will also need to put on some type of protectant on the roof

@perrymahnke886 2 ай бұрын

Really great testing & tips, thank you for sharing. I like the 303 UV protector for so many other items on my vehicle, motorcycles, & UTV.

@dc99boxer46 2 ай бұрын

I love that 303. Best on the market

@rafdecc 2 ай бұрын

I use turtle Wax car Wash and with silicone in it the one of the more later brands thinking that you know there would be a resilience silicone resilience and if it protects the car it's going to protect the roof on the on the vehicle and it's going to be channel on the paint and general on other materials

@RetiredClay Ай бұрын

Thanks. Never used simple green. I will now 🇺🇸

@thats_mr_b_ Ай бұрын

Wait, the cleaning by visual is one thing what about conditioning of the roof? I saw you had 303, I have a 303 side wall and selling cleaner/conditioner and a roof cleaner by them.

@garryhammond3117 Ай бұрын

Thanks Jared great test of products - I wish I could go up on my roof, but nope - not for me - Cheers!

@thompsonstravels615 Ай бұрын

Have you considered getting a Flex Armor roof? A totally maintenance free roof, for life with a lifetime warranty, that goes with the RV. It is the best decision we made on our 5th wheel.

@mkroach59 2 ай бұрын

I've used Simple Green to degrease the engine in my truck, works great.

@NackDSP 2 ай бұрын

Dirt seems like it would act as a UV protective coating, just like the pebbles on a shingle. So show me a test with a patch of roof that is never cleaned and the annually cleaned roof. I'm guessing the uncleaned roof section will last longer.

@lroyson 2 ай бұрын

What ratio of simple green are you using on the roof?

@timothyculliver1993 2 ай бұрын

Great Job, I have used Simple Green for years. Can I schedule a visit with you so you can clean and make all repairs on my unit. Ha, you have got a great plan. Keep making Great Videos

@fh9630 2 ай бұрын

Appreciate the videos! Love's Truck Wash - $48 for my truck and 30ft 5th wheel - included a spray wax finish. That was in a smaller rural town on my way home from my last camping trip. Larger metro areas will charge $70 or more.

@jbadger1458 Ай бұрын

As in Loves Travel plaza's? The ones with the yellow sign with the heart?

@fh9630 Ай бұрын

@@jbadger1458 Yes. There are also other brand truck stops that you can lookup on Google maps, like Flying-J. Blue Beacon is a dedicated truck wash service in some locations. It was simple... pulled into the bay, they took my info and quoted me a price/options - they hand washed my pickup, all the wheels, the front and back of the 5th wheel; the automated wash had spinning brushes for the sides and roof of the RV. There were no trucks in line ahead of me, so it took about 15 min. Might be good to call ahead in large metro areas to determine least busy days/times.

@fh9630 Ай бұрын

While this is great option for routine washes, you do need a deep clean and roof inspection annually like what Jared shows in this video.

@jbadger1458 Ай бұрын

@fh9630 I do normally do like he does, inspect the seals/seams, and wash the outside with soap/wax. But I didn't know Loves was that cheap

@jeffreybarnett1398 Ай бұрын

Does Loves clean the roofs too? I used Blue Beacon after a trip to the Gulf and all they cleaned were the vertical areas. Also if Loves do clean the roofs, did they use a power washer?

@toycollector2611 2 ай бұрын

Great info, thanks. What solution mix do you use or is it full strength?

@AllAboutRVs 2 ай бұрын

Some of the bottles are pre mixed and ready to use. The test I did on the fiberglass was full strength. 1:1 is full strength if you are working on tough stains. I did 1:1

@billysprague6219 2 ай бұрын

Great video as always.

@daydreamer0923 Ай бұрын

Thank you. Awesome information. 👊😁

@ourjourneytohope Ай бұрын

I used Simple Green before watching this. Happy to know I was doing a good thing.😅

@joelmullins8965 Ай бұрын

I see this video the day after I washed my roof. 😂 will spray on the simple green next time.

@michellekrantz4541 Ай бұрын

Would you use simple green on the exterior of your RV?

@ChipLohman 2 ай бұрын

Like all your other followers Jared, I really appreciate all the work that goes into these videos. I've learned a lot. Now if we can just get the guy from Farm Project videos to test RV products! 😂 Thank you.

@AllAboutRVs 2 ай бұрын

I love his videos. What RV gear would you like to see a comparison test on?

@TraconWizard 2 ай бұрын

He just released one on tire gauges. However, most analog only went to 60 PSI. But one of the digital ones was on the money.

@ChipLohman 2 ай бұрын

@AllAboutRVs I pretty much have an Associate's Degree from KZbin, thanks to all the videos like you produce Jared. I recently replaced the sensors in my grey holding tank, but realized using an L-shape brush to clean a one inch internal perimeter AROUND the sensor was the key. I've seen a lot of recommendations on how to keep the grease from accumulating in the grey tank and I guess I'll put some hot water and Dawn in the tank each time we head down the road just slush it around, If you have anything better to suggest.. . . This was a major project, pulling the winter blanket off the bottom of my Grand Design Reflection. Which reminds me of another bucket list project.... Create an access panel in that winter blanket, making it much easier to get to sensors and holding tank valves. Thanks

@dmc9791 2 ай бұрын

I do it in the rain!

@timf6916 2 ай бұрын

Good information

@johnadventure1483 2 ай бұрын

Do you have the link to the brushes and hose you used?

@AllAboutRVs 2 ай бұрын

Brush amzn.to/47fDTNj. Whisk broom. amzn.to/3TmZOMV. Zero-G amzn.to/4e6KKeo

@hogwildbowhunter 2 ай бұрын

Excellent content again! By the way today’s sponsor etrailer is a great company to do business with, I highly recommend them.

@jeffreybarnett1398 Ай бұрын

Nice! Thanks.

@kobra997 2 ай бұрын

Why exactly do we need to wash the roof?

@marcomorissette7940 Ай бұрын

Thanks!👍

@TheSmallsRVAdventures 2 ай бұрын

The title of your video got me here. I’m so afraid to get on my rv roof. I’m scared to fall through.

@andyespenan5919 Ай бұрын

If you dont have a ladder going up in the back, wouldnt recommend it.

@jonlikesmail 2 ай бұрын

I keep the hose nozzle hanging from a pocket or belt loop

@USNavyAR5 2 ай бұрын

I use Greased Lightning instead of Simpy Green. Then wash the whole RV with Maguires Ultimate Wash and Wax.

@johnr5545 Ай бұрын

Thanks God bless

@MsShep55 Ай бұрын

How do you avoid doing that in direct sunlight???? Reality ?

@AllAboutRVs Ай бұрын

I filmed the washing when the sun was rising and had some clouds that helped me out. Cloudy days and under the shade of a tree also works.

@ogbigwasher 2 ай бұрын

Simple green is to strong to use on a rubber roof undiluted.

@gary9080 Ай бұрын

Rubber Bad Fiberglass good.

@poundsonwood Ай бұрын

My opinion is, you are just washing life out of your roof. Why? I only wash the roof if I'm doing maintenance and need a clean surface for caulk or tape. Other than that, just rinse the roof and the solar panels with the water hose.

@LP-gs3xj Ай бұрын

Agree. I live close enough to a manual wash rack that is big enough for my RV, wash the roof with it.