Do THIS And You Will NEVER Have To Maintain Your RV Roof EVER!

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[@GratefulGlamper]

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[@MichelleL1220]

Are you still happy with your flex armor roof?

[@gperrypsch]

I sure wish manufacturers would put on this kind of high quality roof when they build these guys!

[@GratefulGlamper]

Us too!

[@TC-nn7xk]

We have our 5er in the shop right now getting done. Looking forward to seeing the finished roof. For the vets out there, the location we're using offered a military discount when asked.

[@GratefulGlamper]

That’s awesome- thanks for your service

[@outnaboot]

We did something similar in January by a firm who does Prevost and higher end coaches. Came onsite and did it in the resort we were at. Cost us about $4500 and comes with a 3 year warranty from the company and 20 years from the manufacturer. Ours was around $4500. Survived a huge storm in Florida with no issues.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Awesome!

[@iminoccacitizen7861]

Just had that done to our 05 Winnebago Journey, they also replaced the plywood skin and needed to fabricate a new aluminum radius for the full length of the coach. Not cheap but a much better choice than replacing the factory roof with a new roof of the same type. So far we are very happy! The shop in AZ was outstanding to work with, they were able to get started right away and finished when they said they would. I discussed with them adding solar panels at a later date, they can add mounting studs at a later date but also said it was a relatively expensive task. The tech said the more cost effective route was to glue flexible solar panels directly to the roof and run the wires through the fridge vent...probably the route I'll take if I do add solar. Congrats on your new roof! Of all the things that can and will go wrong in your RV, it's a nice feeling to move the roof to the bottom of that list.

[@GratefulGlamper]

👍🏻 👍🏻

[@dianasellars6114]

WOW, this sounds great. Thank you for the info.

[@AngieExploresTravel]

That roof looks amazing! I'm saving the link for when we buy our first RV

[@debbiejamison3883]

I hope you continue to enjoy the new roof and let us know how it goes over the months.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Will do!

[@over4now]

@@GratefulGlamper yes please do. How is it so far? Were scheduled to do ours in a few week in Nebraska......Thank You Insurance.

[@TheJourneyInBetween2020]

We're having this done in about a month in Greensboro, NC on our Class C. Looking forward to it and they are gonna install a new AC unit for us. This really ought to be standard install on original build. Awesome video....shared it on our Facebook page!

[@GratefulGlamper]

Agree it should come standard! Thanks for sharing

[@SuiteTravels]

We LOVE our FlexArmor roof! It's a no-brainer in our opinion. Thanks for sharing.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks for watching! Safe travels to you both.

[@MrRMB1]

Looks like an awesome product and actually cheaper than having a service center replace the roof with another factory one....in my case fiberglass. If I was in the market, I wouldn't hesitate to go this route. It's a no brainer. Great video!!

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks for watching

[@cathybeall986]

Thank you for the information!

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks for watching

[@iamfaithfullyhis]

Roof looks great!👍🏻

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks, they did a great job

[@alpadilla9585]

Awesome video, as always!!! Do you have a 2 year update? Thanks!!!

[@rain-wanders]

I really wish I could afford this!!! I got quoted for this service a few weeks ago, and it was $7k which was definitely above my budget.

[@GratefulGlamper]

It’s not cheap, but water damage can cost waaay more. For us it was worth it.

[@mentaljax]

It is covered by most insurance companies.

[@lindawebster6369]

We had this done too! Very happy with it.

[@RobinLynnGriffith]

Wow those hooks are magicians look how easily your video makes that look amazing good for you and thank you for sharing

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks for watching!

[@MrTreese16]

We also did this to our roof at the same you did. Not sure how old this video is... we love the roof but our front ac did not work after the job was done. Fortunately my husband is familiar with all the moving parts on the rv so he was able to fix it. They broke the ac filter to but it is still usable.

[@GratefulGlamper]

We just had the roof done, all A/c’s working well. Sorry you had an issue, I would definitely let RV Roof know about it

[@robertweinstein6441]

I love mine. Had it done in Greensboro.

[@GratefulGlamper]

👍

[@joyandscott7959]

Nice roof! Looks great. With the renovations and new roof installation, how's the GVRW? Have a great summer.

[@GratefulGlamper]

We are actually less weight than before since so much of the stuff we took out was heavy and replaced with newer, lighter weight items. Thanks for watching

[@Boody523]

Very nice to know that’s an option, we have an 04 Itasca Horizon 40’

[@GratefulGlamper]

👍🏻

[@michaelwaller6093]

This is why a solid fiberglass, or metal roof is sooo much better than a Rubber, EPM roof. At least what you have now should never be an issue again!

[@WeekendWandering]

Wow that sounds nice!!!

[@GratefulGlamper]

💙

[@conniehoksbergen8352]

Now, if someone could come up with no more slide gasket leaks, life would be golden!

[@GratefulGlamper]

Right!?!

[@XPLORCAMPER]

Your new roof is impressive! It's amazing what is available these days. What a relief it must be to not have to be concerned about maintenance on your roof. One less thing to keep you awake at night. And it looks great! Maybe a new place for a picnic :

[@GratefulGlamper]

Or a hot tub 😂😂

[@johnr5545]

Love it thanks god bless

[@michaeltowe7395]

This is a super cool procedure! But I have to say, you are brave putting your camera in that spray booth environment ;-) Thanks for the info on this, I never knew this existed.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks for watching

[@KC-wd1oc]

Thanks for the very informative video. We have a 35Ft class A with a TPO roof that is at the end of its life. We have researched many options and this system is quite intriguing. We live in the NW so there are not as many services as down south. Our dilemma is that the quotes are pushing $10K+ for the FlexArmor system.

[@slick25841]

We have a 24’ class C and we are paying $5100 for the flex armor roof. We were quoted $9000 for a new factory type roof. It was a no brained for us.

[@joanmcerlean7158]

Congrats on the new roof. It must be soooo nice to have “no RV roof maintenance “ in your future. Woohoo!

[@GratefulGlamper]

👏🏻👏🏻 Thanks for watching

[@Brineytoes]

Thanks! They have a shop about an hour from us. I have it bookmarked.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Awesome!

[@dalenelson3707]

What do you do when you need to replace something on the roof? Like if I wanted to replace a roof vent with a maxair fan after the roof material is applied.

[@GratefulGlamper]

They can install the max air fan for you / but there is the option to replace components later on and they can respray around the base of fan.

[@lancewulfers2502]

I would think you still need to seal around the base of your AC and other surface mount devices. But the rest of the roof looks fantastic.

[@GratefulGlamper]

They actually spray the sealant around those areas and then reinstall A/c’s etc

[@TC-nn7xk]

They remove the AC(s) and spray to the edge. Then use new AC gaskets which are covered under their no leak warranty. Skylights can be sprayed over if you don't want the sunlight coming in or will tape it off and spray up a bit higher than the traditional sealant level. For the antennas and other mounted items, there are a number of options including mounting bolts, you see this @3:12, then the roof mounted item is placed on top of the membrane.

[@nikkifleming6290]

We may need a roof replacement on our under warranty 2 month old 5th wheel. Lots of bubbling/de-lamination. How is your FlexArmor roof holding up?

[@laurakilmer8652]

we had a leprechaun back in the late 70s one whole side wall leaked a lot. sold it. We bought a hi lo on 06, it was great (alumimun ) however, a stick came down and poked in it. we got lucky, it actually sealed itself and no problem in side. These older Hi Los were probably the pull campers made. We never had a problem with the hi Lo Up and Down mechanism. leaks are bad thanks for the video. this is good to know. lI wonder what the cost was.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Cost depends on length of the rig.

[@TC-nn7xk]

Check with each location. Earlier this year it was ~$160-170 a liner foot. One of the locations in LA mentioned they are now at $185/liner foot due to material cost increases. This doesn't include any decking repair costs, extra costs if they have to tear off the original roof, installing other items, etc.

[@tmanning4usa]

What happens to the Warranty if you add solar panels on the roof or what can be done if you want to add solar panels without affecting the warranty.

[@PudPop1980]

How long is a "lifetime" considered to be? And how much weight does it add?

[@64maxpower]

When are you going to be in New Jersey? I have a cool campground on the Jersey Shore on Cedar Creek. I have 3 kayaks (a tandem and 2 singles) that you all can use there You got the roof that can't fail. You need to find a engine like that

[@GratefulGlamper]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@slick25841]

Hello, have you done a one year review to tell us that there are still no leaks and you are happy with your decision?

[@RobinLynnGriffith]

Love the t shirt ❤️

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks!

[@fvsmith]

When I get out RVing, I would really like to catch up to y’all and meet all of ya!

[@GratefulGlamper]

We love meeting people out on the road - ya never know maybe we will see you around the campground sometime

[@fvsmith]

@@GratefulGlamper I certainly hope so! That would be a pleasure! I’ve already started my research for an RV. Thinking on a 20’ to 24’ bumper pull RV. It’s just me and my dog. I lost my wife on Sept 21 and we had planned to do this. I shall carry on!

[@TravelingMaggi]

Question: I checked the FlexArmor website, and I can't find the location that is referenced in your video. Please advise.

[@GratefulGlamper]

It was through www.RVRoof.com. You can find a location here rvroof.com/find-a-location/

[@lisalesage9508]

wondering how much ballpark figure it cost for the roofing compound

[@GratefulGlamper]

They have a request an estimate form On their website - it depends on RV length, etc

[@fh9630]

does the rvroof only cover the main roof, or do they replace slider roofs too?

[@GratefulGlamper]

Only the main roof, not the side outs

[@steveskare7026]

Great video. But we have a 2001 Bounder. Not one water leak.

[@GratefulGlamper]

That’s great

[@robertnasser9937]

I do notice no solar panels or lithium battery’s so you never stay outside of a park? If you make the bucket trip to Alaska, most parks do not open until 1 May to the end of August. We are in the middle of our 5 to 6 month bucket list to our 49th state. We left Nevada 13 March with no time frame.

[@GratefulGlamper]

We do have lithium batteries - no solar yet but can add that one later if we want/need

[@niteninja0133]

My only question is, what if you upgrade your vents, AC or add something to your roof, what happens then? Do you have to go back and have them spray again or will the dicor seal to that stuff?

[@GratefulGlamper]

You can add dicor temporarily and then take back to Rv roof and they will respray those areas for very little expenses

[@jenniferadair1136]

A/C are totally removed, the roof is sprayed overlapping the edge of your opening and the A/C reinstalled with a new compression gasket. So you can change those without coming back.

[@deeannawettingfeld2044]

Did they also apply this to your slideout roofs?

[@GratefulGlamper]

The did not because the spray is so thick it would change the height of the slides.

[@AKRichardM]

Will this make repairs more difficult? Such as replacing the roof vents or plumbing vents? BTW, I was the one who met you at the pool today…

[@GratefulGlamper]

Hey there! Nice chatting with you! If we should need to replace vents we can either take to them and they will install and respray the vent areas OR we can cut away the spray area, install, dicor and return at a later date to have resprayed. They did put on all new vents as part of the job so nothing should need replacement for many years unless something is damaged.

[@sparkdog44]

I never use Dicor brand...it's not a good quality lap sealant. Sikaflex brand, still good after 8 years. My TPO membrane is still in excellent condition. May I ask what it cost?

[@GratefulGlamper]

The cost is per foot, our cost was around d 7k

[@ftt9377]

If a failure does occur, does that mean another 6 month wait for service?

[@GratefulGlamper]

So far their customer service has been stellar- we would anticipate if there were to be an issue, we would receive priority

[@larrymccorkle3409]

How much is the Arviemonthly fee after the first free month? Are they a new business? Surprised they didn’t have an App in the App Store. Larry

[@GratefulGlamper]

They are a new company, the pricing should be on their website. They are working on adding more campgrounds and expanding to app development, etc It’s currently only $14.95/month.

[@JR-qw6eb]

About how much does it cost?

[@GratefulGlamper]

You can get a quote on their website - they charge but the foot (rv length)

[@64maxpower]

You might think with a name like like Charity that you might be an angelic sounding singer.

[@86bigred]

Rv tech here, just wait till you have to reach your skyligh and replace vent assembly, plus you still have to go up on the roof, as birds like to peck this stuff off. I have seen this at our shop. But as the sun dries out the plastic parts on the roof they will have to be replaced. Great idea but from what I have seen, now for me, I meticulously look after my roof and my unit has no water leaks and she is 40 years old.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Vents were all replaced as part of the roof replacement. Thanks for the comment and for watching

[@86bigred]

@@GratefulGlamper I would assume they would replace them, but as an rt tech of 15 years, and seeing vent assemblies and plying vents being destroyed by tree branches or other hazards, there goes your coating around that fixture being replaced, plus as I said before birds seem to like to peck at it, had one last year where the birds had stripped a portion of it off. Like I said it is a great idea but has its own set of problems. I just ask everyone do their home work. Otherwise great video, I enjoy watching your videos, you put out alot of great ideas. Keep up the great work

[@jenniferadair1136]

@@86bigred One of the aspects of our roof is the thickness and toughness. Since 2005, we have had one roof punctured by a tree limb. We have never had a bird peck the roof or through it. We have seen and had some come through our shops that have had birds damage them, those have been the common rolled on, liquid rubber type roofs. We have a video on our website to show the thickness and toughness of the material. Since 2005 and we have never been contacted by a customer to have the roof fixed due to damage from any animal. We also encase the plastic parts so that all you ever have to replace is the lid. We spent several years researching and going through all the possible scenarios and designing our product and application to address these situations. If you ever have one of our roofs come through and have bird damage, please let us know. Since we use chisels, grinders and cut off wheels when we do need to remove a part, I'd like to research how a bird took off a part as you claim. Send an email to [e-mail] if you think it is one our roofs so we can research this and make sure there isn't a problem like you describe.

[@iamfaithfullyhis]

👍🏻❤🇺🇸

[@wendypierce2631]

How much did it cost?

[@GratefulGlamper]

It’s priced by the foot (length of the RV). You can request an estimate at Rvroof.com for your specific RV size

[@scottmonfort]

I saw another couple with a 24 foot roof ... $6,000 ... so probably short of $10,000 I'm guessing. Probably a good investment for such a large RV. Note that 24 foot had some repairs and they covered some old holes etc. They also added a hard corner edge trim.

[@jodyrockhill7200]

Wonder why RV manufacturers don't do this ?

[@GratefulGlamper]

Good question

[@TWA_HoleKutter]

So, what happens when you have to replace one of your roof components? For instance a refrigerator vent or a roof vent that takes a hit from a tree branch or hail damage. You've sealed over the fasteners that hold that component down. That roof may last forever but roof components do not. Roof maintenance does not go away. You're fooling yourself if you think this is a good idea. If this is so great, why don't RV manufacturers do this on new RV's?

[@GratefulGlamper]

They replace all the vent covers as part of the install. If a new component is needed, you can either 1) take to them and they will install and respray or 2) cut away the sprayed over parts to install yourself, use dicor to seal temporarily and then return to them for a new spray on seal around those components. The fridge vent cover that was on our rig was the original one - they replaced with new (the original one was almost 20 years old).

[@TC-nn7xk]

This is not a good idea, it's a great idea! An owner is reducing the potential failure points from hundreds of seams and screw holes under aging sealants to a few vents, many of which are replaceable without cutting into the membrane. When a component does fail, many years in most cases, they only charge to spray in the new item. The industry doesn't do this or other quality improvements because the customers demand lowest prices and the industry races to the bottom, leaving us with shoddy products that don't last. They only care if the roof doesn't leak the first year, after that, a wrecked RV is just another new RV sale for them!

[@terryhaynes1596]

@@GratefulGlamper do they charge for the repair? Or is that part of the lifetime warranty?

[@RickandDarcirvadventures]

You don’t have to clean the roof either?

[@GratefulGlamper]

Nope!

[@billyclabough9835]

You should probably live with it for a few years before making claims like never. Marketing sometimes lies.

[@jimmccarthy370]

NOTHING is permanent...

[@Pauls-World]

Taxes, death?

[@TC-nn7xk]

the "Lifetime" warranty is for the life of the RV. Which is far better than the factory option. Look at the fine print of TPO roof membranes, inspection regime requirements, and loopholes. FlexArmor does have some exclusions, but mostly it is around modifying the roof and not getting it resealed with in one year.