First Winter in an RV - Frozen Pipes, No Water!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

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[@noworries.8601]

Great video. Thank you. Check out Xtreme Heaters. They are a bit pricey but have a small foot print, use little power and turn on and off automatically based on the low (40) and high temp (55) in the compartment. Thanks again!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@noworries.8601 that’s a great suggestion! We have been looking for something really reliable, we will be sure to check them out! Thank you 😊 🙏- Kyle and Renee

[@larryorr3571]

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[@sandys2672]

Omg you guys just totally saved my pipes! Today I was doing exactly what you did using my electricity to save my propane. I never thought about those pipes. Thank you thank you thank you!

[@derrybrant5505]

I'm originally from upstate NY and to save on heat take a old blanket or sheet and cover doorways or areas you do not use clothes off the vents to the old rooms or areas

[@TheJourneyAwaits]

It just makes me think of Olaf singing "In Summer". Stay warm my friends.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

😂 That’s awesome, we can see how fitting that is lol we shall do! You guys stay safe and thank you so much for the support - Kyle and Renee

[@eileenstickney80]

What I think that sets you apart from all the other KZbin video is that you give viewers lessons to be learned. Way to Go!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yay!! We are so happy to hear this 😊👋🏼 we just want to keep it real with everyone! You are so great Eileen!!

[@alexbog88]

Our tip would be while travel nursing during winter in PA. We had a large propane tank from the local propane company delivered to our site so we could keep up with our furnace and not run out of fuel so often

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Alex! That is an awesome tip! Being in colder climates, you sure can burn through propane quickly and it really helps having the larger tanks. When our tanks froze, we went through a 30 pound propane tank in 24 hours 😭No fun, but you live and learn. Thank you so much for the awesome tip and comment 😃👍🏼You are definitely getting a sticker 😎We appreciate the support, stay safe guys! - Kyle and Renee

[@HintonTheTrail]

More great lessons for folks just starting out. Cold weather camping can be tricky. We highly recommend a heated water hose! You can then run water on a very slight trickle at night to keep water flowing (we learned through frozen lines too!) Another awesome video guys, glad you nothing got damaged. -Chris & Suzannah

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yeah it sure can be tricky, so sorry to hear that you guys also had to experience this 😭The heated water hose has been something that we have been holding off on the for the longest time...we definitely need to get one ASAP! lol Thank you Chris and Suzannah for the awesome comment and suggestion, you guys stay safe out there! - Kyle and Renee

[@tammyward3423]

Heated water hose and using heat tape seem to be a great fire risk- many catching fire. Seems like leaving the water running with the grey drain open would be the better idea. Or filling the fresh water tank and using the pump with furnace heat

[@MidLifeJourney]

Thanks for the shout out guys! Great video! We have had our pipes freeze before and it's no fun. We were in South Dakota last year in April when we had a couple of winter storms come through. Luckily our employer let us use the shower in there guest house.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Absolutely you guys!! Thank you SO much for the tip 😊👍🏼 so sorry to hear that you had to go through this as well, truly not a fun thing to experience. Even in April I guess the weather can change abruptly and cause damage to an RV. We need to invest in some skirting sooner than later. Much love and gratitude for the support that you guys have shared with us ❤️ - Renee and Kyle

[@RVAmerica]

GREAT JOB (as usual) - very informative! RV TIP: Warm your inside plumbing by opening your bathroom and kitchen cabinets, so your trailer’s heating can keep your internal plumbing warm. Also, allowing a SMALL drip from faucets into a bucket in the kitchen sink can also help prevent freezing by keeping water moving. Use the water in bucket to flush toilet. BUT PLEASE, keep an eye on the bucket, so you don't have a water overflow DISASTER. Danny & Lynn

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Such a great tip!! We needed this about a week ago 😂 But then we wouldn’t of had inspiration for this video! Thank you so much for the support! Safe travels! ~Renee and Kyle

[@chrisszymanski5225]

With your skirt insulation barrier (hay bails work great), hang a string of 100 watt light bulbs using the other 15 amp circuit at the post, keeps the belly above freezing. A lamp in the basement will thaw the pipes out as well.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Great idea

[@AlliChuckAdventures]

Staying warm!!! But then again we live in Florida lol! When we do cold camp we carry a heat gun along in case the outside water lines freeze up. 😊 And we also disconnect the outside water hose but use the heat gun for the Spicket the next day if it’s frozen

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That sounds like a sweet set up to have! Might have to look into getting a heat gun in the near future 😄We sure were caught off guard this past week in Colorado. So happy and grateful for not finding any damage thus far. Send some warmth up here from Florida for us 😂Stay safe guys! - Kyle and Renee

[@ConsidertheWonders]

I saw it in the video Kyle...that moment when you realized that the pipes were frozen and that sinking feeling of “well what now” sank in. While not having been there because of frozen RV pipes...I’ve been there for countless other issues. Well done you two for persevering through this rough patch. But it looks like an invaluable lesson was gained and you’ll be better prepared for the next one. We’re packing up to head west (like right now now) and there is a chance of snow...so I went and grabbed some material to make a skirt. Thanks for the heads up y’all 🤙

[@ConsidertheWonders]

💥Condensation💥. We respect the love given 🤣

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes, that feeling hit really hard but it ended up being a great lesson in the end. You live and learn I guess, not always fun learning but great to now have the knowledge! We really appreciate the kind words and support, be sure to stay safe in your travels and stay warm!! Wish you guys nothing but the best 😊 also let us know when a skirting video come out 😉 we haven’t gotten that far in our purchases yet and need some ideas of what is out there for skirting. Take care! - Kyle and Renee

[@OurGoldRoad]

How did the skirt work for you in the cold weather? We haven't planned a trip in the cold yet but we want to start RVing more and that would mean some cold weather camping.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@OurGoldRoad the skirting worked out wonderful. I wish I hadn’t waited so long to do the skirting, because we have saved so much propane since finishing it. The amount the heat retention goes up underneath the belly of the RV is really good. Definitely worth the $200 we put into it..hoping to get a more professional skirting done in the near future 🙂 you guys won’t go wrong, best of luck. Thank you for coming by and commenting. It’s so great to meet you - Kyle and Renee

[@RVOnTheWayside]

Smart points and great suggestions. The situation you fell into with the frozen pipes looked like an easy one to fall into. Really great tips about how to help preserve the heat in the RV and keeping it warm below the RV too. Really smart diagnostics done. Great job you two! Stay warm and safe, Donovan and Jodi

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Donovan and Jodi thank you guys for the kind words! Yes, we sure got caught off guard with the whole situation, but it was a great learning lesson for us and we are happy to have the knowledge now. Hopefully this will benefit others before getting caught in the situation as well. Hope you guys are well and staying safe :) We have been driving a bunch across the states, super busy! Much love to you both - Kyle and Renee

[@joshuahowell7602]

Sorry to hear you guys had frozen pipes... good information here! Thanks for sharing !

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you josh! Just glad it all worked out in the end :) - Kyle and Renee

[@jonathantaylor3586]

Texas is a lot warmer during winter, then travel north around March or April. It rarely freezes here during winter here. I'm in Houston. Only twice this winter. The norm here is 30's and 40's at night. 50's to 70's in the day. Ya'll would love Galveston, Texas. They have a lot of RV parks there.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We can't wait to RV in Texas more someday! Thanks Jonathan!

[@Steven-hg4cz]

Great tips! Glad everything worked out and you are able to share your experience with us! Hope you're having a ton of fun and staying warm out there!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey man thank you so much! We needed a plumber at this point more than you could know lol What’s your schedule like? Can we hire you full time to travel with us? Lol appreciate you man, we will be sure to stay warm! - Kyle and Renee

[@HowToRV]

Love the ending...Happily Ever Hanks Checking Out... You nailed this video. Great content and on point with how to pull yourself out of the freezing issues. Good job.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow thank you guys!!! 😊😊 you definitely brought some smiles to our faces this evening, we can’t express how much that meant to us. Yeah we were definitely caught off guard with the whole situation, but happy to have the experience now 😃

[@markferrick10]

Never thought about filling the fresh water tank and disconnect the hose. I always just removed the hose and pushed thru. Great tip. Thanks

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Mark! Absolutely 😊 thank you so much for your feedback! Keep it coming, we appreciate it Best to you!

[@doggomom5176]

Oh no! Glad you got it worked out! Kyle under the RV, Dexter by the fireplace🤗 Love the new logo!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

How about that!! Dexter always living the rough life 😹😹 we are so glad it worked out too, lesson learned and hopefully it can be some great information. We truly appreciate your support ❤️ much love from the Hanks family for all your kindness - Kyle and Renee

[@dontfencemein-rving7439]

Great info. Also if you are in the South and you are expecting temps to drop below freezing but it's borderline you can put an incandescent light bulb on a small lamp and place about a foot behind your piping. That will be sufficient and will be a lot safer than a small space heater or heat lamp.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh that's a great point, less chance of a fire. Like this a lot!! Thank you 😃I don't know when we will ever be winter RV living again, it was a rough one this past winter lol

[@lindamarie6574]

Looks like you kept adorable kitty warm!

[@johnbaer7614]

Little tip guys if your hooked up to water in winter with a heat tape water line as long as the water is dripping your pipes will never freeze

[@waynemew1429]

scriting also prevent wind under the rv cooling the floors throw a heater under to keep it warm

[@johnbaer7614]

Like a slow drip I've done this it works also a heat blanket is awesome to stay warm

[@SoonerDiscGuy]

Great video you two! What I would stress is to seal off at the pass-thru wall as much as you can.(Pool noodles, foam board or whatever you can get) This will help keep more heated air in the underbelly compartment. Plus as the gas/propane heater heats the RV, the return air, that goes under the inside steps, will keep circulating the pre-heated air more efficiently. My suggestion is, try not to wrap the individual water lines as you need them to stay open and exposed to the heated air. I know, sounds crazy but it works. Thanks again and happy and safe travels! Larry

[@HappilyEverHanks]

This is all such great advice!! So true with those darn steps, that we boarded up of course 😄. Thanks for checking out our video!! Safe travels!! ~Renee and Kyle

[@AFKDays]

ah... RV life. glad it was not too bad! Thanks for sharing the dark and gray side of RVing!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yeah sometimes the RV life has its downsides, but it was a great learning experience 👍🏼 we are happy it worked out too! Thank you guys so much 😃 - Kyle and Renee

[@livingthervdream2081]

I installed a recirculating pump under the kitchen sink that I run in cold temps. it has a timer and thermostat if you want to set it in an automated fashion. it helps keep the water flowing through the pipes

[@HappyPlaceDiaries]

Fantastic video.. we camp all year long and do much of what you suggested. Knock on wood (or pex) we have never had a pipe freeze and break. Did crack our hot water heater once when it froze.. totally my fault. Great video! Thanks for sharing

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh no!! That is such a bummer 😭Yes hopefully we can all stay far away from cracked pipes this year. That is awesome that you guys are so well accustomed to all temperatures and environments. We sure were caught off guard in Colorado! Thank you for the continued support and awesome comments 😊Much love from the Hanks family - Kyle and Renee

[@amypletcher4411]

@@HappilyEverHanks You know early on Keep Your Daydream Marc and Trish and their family camped in Colorado during a snow storm in their Northland t.t. Did you see their episode? Did you ever meet up with them? They are now in an Airstream after several other RVs. I have never meet them but follow them 😊😂

[@LivingtheSilverLife]

We had that happen to us in Wyoming; luckily it was just our sewer hose. Bill used the hairdryer trick, and we were off and running in a matter of about 30 minutes. However, it can be pretty serious; especially, when it's a really hard freeze and you end up with busted pipes. Glad you came out on top of that situation.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh the sewer hose, wasn’t even thinking about that. So sorry that happens to you guys 😕 it’s crazy how much the weather can be unforgiving at times. When Renee and I had first pulled into the campground, we tried dumping at the dump station. Our tanks wouldn’t dump either at that point. So we had to be diligent with water use when we finally had some with us Boondocking and all. Thank you guys so much for watching, we wish you all the safe travels and happy trails 🙂 - Kyle and Renee

[@DesmondsDonders]

Agree on the boondocking. Good cold weather advice.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much 😃We appreciate your support! Stay warm - Kyle and Renee

[@MrToby33333]

The one thing we do when hooked up to electric in cold weather. We put a small electric space heater that has a thermostat on it, in the underbelly to keeps the pipes from freezing. Most 5th wheels have an outlet in the underbelly. You just have to have it warm enough to keep from freezing the pipes.

[@larrysiddoway4054]

I put a 1500 watt electric heater under the trailer and ran it when it got real cooled and never froze up at all last winter in Idaho and yes I did have my trailer enclosed òn the bottom .

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Very nice idea Larry!! I bet Idaho can get quite chilly during the winter times 🥶 Thank you so much for sharing this with us, this is a great inside tip! Keep these great tips coming 😃 We appreciate your insight!

[@BillandKelleyAdventures]

Great video. We don’t deal with snow but we do live in our camper more in the winter. I’ve never thought about not using the gas heat more. We user the fireplace so much and turn the gas heat down cause the fireplace usually keeps the RV warm.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks guys!! We love our fireplace but did suffer by having the heat (gas) turned down and extra heaters blasting!! It would probably be ok in 15-30 degree temps but not -5 F 😂 Safe travels! Thanks for stopping by! ~Renee and Kyle

[@whatsayu7421]

Glad you guys stayed safe! Great tips!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you Stef!! Hope you guys are staying nice and toasty during the snow storms up in Minnesota 😊

[@ccut1955]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Safe Travels and stay WARM! 🥶

[@FernTheCamper]

Great tips! We're thankful to not live in an area where pipes can freeze but I know so many people who will be appreciative of your advice!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes that really helps not being in an area exposed to these kind of environments 😊 Thank you so much for the kind words, we sure hope it can be good information for others!! Much love from the Hanks family - Kyle, Renee and Dexter

[@ItsAboutTimeNow]

Great video guys! Our "rig has "an Arctic" package, but you have brought up great points. We have a small rig.... but Brad wants a fireplace and be able to tow,,,, eh -oh.... seeing your yummy fireplace just may be too tempting not to think seriously about changing rigs. and YES a dehumidifier is SO important ~ Diana

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes, the fireplace is SOOO worth it! 😃It has been one of our favorite amenities since upgrading from the travel trailer. Keep us updated if you guys ever decide to upgrade, we will be really curious to see what you decide on! Thank you both for the support, stay warm out there! - Kyle and Renee 😊

[@TexasFamilyCamping]

WHAT, snow ball at the camera??? LOL. So, this is making sense why our propane heater vents run through the floor, cause it's close to the tanks and the water pipes. Ours isn't a 4 season RV, but we could still see freezing in the early mornings occasionally.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

What can I say, Renee was feeling extra salty and wanted to take it out on the camera 🤷‍♂️ 😂 lol yeah we had even tried plugging up some of our vents in the upstairs temporarily to force warm air back into the underbelly. It was a loooong process of getting these puppies unfrozen, but they finally pulled through! I guess Texas can have some freezing temperatures too right? Haven’t spent much time in Texas, but I’m sure it encounters its fair share of low temperatures

[@opaandomascampingadventures]

Reflectix in the windows (behind the blinds) helps a lot of keeping warm (And cool in the summer). We learned the hard way keeping warm didn't mean the basement was warm. We froze our pipes in Texas. So we turned off the Aux heat and cranked up the Furnace. Took a couple days before we regained ALL water flow.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

These are some incredible tips, we really found out the reflectix works well! So sorry to hear that you had this problem as well, it’s amazing how long it can take to thaw things out 😣 Stay safe friends, we really enjoy hearing from you guys

[@corywood171]

Thank you for the informative video. Winter and cold temperatures have always been my curiosity with full time RV'ing as you know from previous posts. Stay warm! Have a great time!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Cory! Yeah unfortunately the winter time weather can be tricky with balancing all the temperatures, but it is very doable if you are prepared for it (unlike us) 😂So happy to hear that the information was valuable! Stay safe and warm as well :) Thank you for the awesome comment - Renee and Kyle

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh by the we caught up on Cobra Kai!!! Can't wait for January! 😱

[@lukasadams1]

I heat the inside of my RV with 3 electric heaters 2 1500 watt and one 400 watt, i dont use any propane, the small 400 watt is in the bathroom next to the vent where the heat for the furnace would be coming out which is also linked to the underbelly nothing has frozen yet at -25C i also use a plywood with foam insulation skirting sealed with sprayfoam and thick plastic on the outside of my windows still lets daylight in the windows and takes away moisture

[@HappilyEverHanks]

This is wonderful information, thank you for taking the time to write this out 😃🙌🏼 Great ideas!!

[@bernardstevens3613]

Great Diagnostic Skills Guys! Thanks for the RV TECH Tips!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Dale! Always so great hearing from you 😃 we appreciate the feedback, sure glad that moment is behind us lol hope all is well with you! - Renee and Kyle

[@thompsona10625]

I’m heeeree!!! Frozen pipes? Oh my!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Dude frozen pipes are no joke!!! Have you had any first hand experience with frozen pipes?? 😄

[@thompsona10625]

Only ever winter! Lol. I use a lot of heat tapes :)

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@thompsona10625 lol we figured you would have plenty of experience! Yes that is such a great idea! We haven’t dove into actually getting skirting for the camper, but think that might be a big priority sooner than later 😊

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Need to get me some of that heat tape as well!! Either that or a heated hose. I think Nic says he has one, but we haven’t invested in one thus far

[@HaswellTravelled]

Wonderful! Great instruction and tips as usual. Well done, my friends 👍. Thanks for sharing and enjoy your day 😀.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey thank you so much!! We are so happy to hear that there was some good information in this video :) We truly appreciate your time and support. Stay safe and happy trails! - Kyle and Renee 😊

[@HaswellTravelled]

@@HappilyEverHanks When you have time, I also invite you to checkout my new video as I'm sure you will like it. Take care!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@HaswellTravelled Sounds great, we will be sure to check out your video 👍🏼😃

[@thejagfamily08]

Awesome tips. Out RV isn't set up for winter usage so we have to be extra careful in cold temps.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yeah that totally makes sense. We sure were caught off guard with this weather and found out the hard way that even this RV winter package can't always be a saving grace. We need to look into getting skirting before this happens again to us! Thank you guys for watching and the continued support :) - Kyle and Renee

[@curtisbleeker]

I used a small electric space heater in my water bay. Just make sure it has tip over protection.

[@EastCoastStreamers]

Excellent video and great tips. It's so good to know how your water flows to find the problem!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you guys!! We are so happy to hear that this was some good content and you found some information from it 😊 yes, it is always great knowing the water situation and how everything flows through the trailer. We sure learned a lot during this experience. Thank you for the continued support! Much love from the Hanks family ❤️ - Renee and Kyle

[@CCKnight]

Great tips. Thanks. Following.

[@LovingLifeHitchedUp]

Love your electric fireplace. Great tips. We have a three season trailer, hoping not to be anywhere that's freezing once we start full timing. Never thought about drafts with the slide outs. So true about using a dehumidifier. Lots to worry about in the cold. Stay warm.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much! Yes, the electric fireplace is really nice to have. We had a hard time balancing the electric fireplace and propane furnace at first. We actually put pipe wrap underneath our slides...they sneak under really easily and are cheap. Definitely help cut down on the draft! Hope you have a wonderful New Year 😃👋🏼- Kyle and Renee

[@MemawsMatters]

We have an oil filled space heater (electric) that we put in our bottom compartment. Of course that would not work in a boondocking situation. We also disconnect the water hose too. We haven't stayed in the cold much because we chase 70 degrees and winter down south. Good thoughts about the slides leaking air though. Agree with the dehumidifier in general for an RV. Good summary and TYFS

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey those are some great ideas! Definitely always pays to be prepared for cold temperatures (unlike what we were) lol smart move chasing the warm weather, we want to get into that position for the future. Thank you so much for the awesome comment and watching 😊👍🏼 - Kyle and Renee

[@thejerrysjourney7763]

Omg thanks you so much! Everytime I think about a problem you guys already have a video with answers!!! #thankshanks!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Justin!! So great to hear from you again 😃 Thank you! We are so happy it can be of help, talk to you again soon. Cheers friend!

[@edkendall3932]

Great info and video! My tip would be to hookup and head south! 🤣

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Ed!! We would totally have to agree with you on that tip 😄Best tip ever!! Thank you so much for watching and supporting as always ❤️Much love from the Hanks family - Renee and Kyle

[@WolfHeathen]

Small infrared heat lamps in compartments where you have uninsulated pipes can work wonders.

[@MrAegismedic]

Helpful tips for this new travel nurse rver!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That’s awesome to hear Jonathan!! We are so glad that it was helpful 😊 What kind of RV do you have? Also what specialty of nursing are ya??

[@MrAegismedic]

I have a Jayco 28bhs travel trailer. I am a PCU/ICU nurse! Im currently in Rio Rancho NM!

[@MrAegismedic]

I subbed btw!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Nice!! Sweet set up 😎👍🏼 Love that you are ICU/PCU, we both worked ER. #NursesRock We hope that we can continue to hear from you on other videos as well, keep these great comments coming 😀👋🏼 Best to you Jonathan!

[@PurpleCollarLife]

All great tips! Thanks for sharing.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey thank you guys so much for the support and kind words, we really appreciate it 😊❤️- Renee and Kyle

[@Level1Bob]

Renee and Carlyle...brrr. Renee, that 6 inch vertical leap at the end of the video was amazing. You could probably run hurdles, or play for the WNBA....on a world where the average height is just a little over two feet tall. However, as ER nurses, I am sure you guys rock!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

LOL love this!! We really enjoy hearing from you Bob 😊🙌🏼Best to you friend!! We can't wait to catch up with you again soon! Stay safe

[@tonykoth4379]

Just a thought. If you turn your thermostat to Fan on for the thermostat while running the fireplace, you can help spread that heat under the rv, you’re not going to get as much radiant heat as when the gas furnace is on but can help spread and even our temperatures through the space. Maybe even tie a vent into the under cavity to help prevent freezing.

[@ChasingOurSunshine]

Yep- frozen pipes/no water sucks... been there.. you can do a-lot to try to prevent it in the first place... but real life happens & thanks for sharing the truth on what can occur.. Cashing RV Sunshine ☀️ Joel, Deb & 🐕 Maya

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yeah no fun at all! We are just so happy to now have the experience that came with the process so that we can hopefully be prepared more in the future. It’s always nice to have running water back 😊 thank you Joel, Deb and Maya! Wishing you guys happy trails and safe travels ❤️ - Renee and Kyle

[@LB-oz9hv]

Thankfully newer RV plumbing uses plastic pipes that are much more durable when it comes to freezing and will typically stretch a bit without bursting. Especially if the water system is not under pressure, I've had mine freeze up completely a few times and after thawing it out have had no leaks. Old school copper piping will split on the first freeze unfortunately. Running the furnace, using portable electric heaters in certain areas and a heat gun can usually thaw things out in a hour or so.

[@valerie80yearsago90]

Dealing with this right now. Can’t wait for Winter to be over. 😤

[@OffKilterRV]

Another great video Kyle & Renee!! Stay warm 😀👊

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much!! 😊❤️We truly appreciate the support and awesome comments. Hope you stay warm and safe as well 🙌🏼😃- Kyle and Renee

[@LivinginOurNow]

It's too early for Christmas music 😂 You know, your pipes wouldn't freeze in Arizona, haha! Thanks for the great tip, we've never had to deal with frozen pipes, but having the knowledge on how to deal with it in our toolbox will be important if it happens! 😎 Aaron & Nicole

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Lol I knew we would be hitting a touchy subject with the Christmas music 😂 couldn’t help it lol So glad you guys found some benefits from the video! We wish you very warm travels and hope that you can prevent the frozen pipes ever from happening in the future :) thank you guys!! - Kyle and Renee

[@novaliebulin942]

Great info. Thank you! 😊

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Absolutely!! :)

[@kateszimmerman]

Stay warm!! See you soon!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you for watching!! Much warmer than Colorado now! ❤️ ~Renee and Kyle

[@kaylastinnett4333]

Can’t believe this happened to you guys!! 😔 so glad everything worked out ok for you

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Us too!! We hopefully won’t have to go through anymore of that!! Lol

[@pbabowler1640]

I would use a 75W incandescent light bulb. Not so hot to melt pipes, but enough heat to keep the piping area warm. I had used an official heat lamp. I got it too close to my black tank valve & melted it!

[@Jennanyree]

The solitude is at the top of our list so your experience is a lesson for us in the future 👍

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Nice! Love the tall ceilings in our Solitide so much compared to other rigs! You have a certain floor plan you like the most?

[@Jennanyree]

@@HappilyEverHanks The one set up like yours. I believe it's the 310. It's about 35'. We both cook so having counter space on both sides of the stove is important. We love the window by the stove and in addition, a window behind the 'televator' tv. Tall height and large windows are so important to us for full time living!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes absolutely! We love the open for space look with all the windows for sure 😊🙌🏼 you guys sound like you have an absolutely beautiful home! Hope to see you guys soon on the road 🙂👍🏼 cheers Jenna!! - Kyle and Renee

[@bigdanc.8429]

In cold weather keep a incandescent lamp in the wet bay area for those that don't have a heated bay area.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

For sure! We wish we had one during that trip so bad! Thanks for the recommendation! ~Renee & Kyle

[@danielguertin9664]

Wrote some of your great tips. We probably won't be winter RVing but we are in Canada and will be there from April to end of October so appreciate the great information! 🤗

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Daniel! Thank you so much friend 😀🙌🏼 We hope that you guys stay nice and toasty up there! It’s starting to cool off here for sure Thank you for your wonderful feedback and support, have a great week!!

[@DesentryD]

What about the hot water heater that is exposed to the outside essentially? All it is, is that little metal door and then you have the hot water heater. Does it just keep itself warm enough to not need anything?

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That does a great job keeping itself warm, as long as you have the heater actually turned on

[@LB-oz9hv]

All good as long as you have AC power and or propane!

[@anthonyjohnston2178]

To thaw out frozen waterline : leave open a faucet. Heat up a pot of water. With silicone or latex gloves on , dip rag in the water and rub on frozen spots til it starts running again. I was a repair plumber for 40 years

[@agirlandhercows501]

Ohman thanks for sharing these are great tips

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Absolutely! So happy they can be helpful 😊Thank you for watching! - Kyle and Renee

[@robertstravels7445]

Ty

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks for watching! 😃~Renee & Kyle

[@dontask8979]

Tip If you are fill time and plugged in, Use the propane when it gets cold. Then if you loose power, your water heater will keep the water heater from freezing in the water heater. I have a exposed water tank, so I don't even try and keep it warm. I also push a cheap Styrofoam ice chest over the low spot drains and up tight to the floor, and I havent has a issue with it freezing, but Iv only been down to the lower 20's ish.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That's a great tip! Way to make the most out of the supplies you already have. Nice thinking on the low point drains being covered, you have some great "outside the box" ideas! No pun intended LOL

[@dontask8979]

@@HappilyEverHanks The ice chest was only .97 at Walmart and easily worth $1 🤡

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@dontask8979 nice!!! 😊🙌🏼👏🏼

[@BoutthatRVLife]

Great info thanks for this video

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you for watching! 😃

[@MrNicmousseau]

Awesome job guys!!!!!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you Nic!! We really appreciate it 😊👍🏼

[@AstheCamperRolls]

Do you still put skirting on when you are using onboard water?

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@AstheCamperRolls We haven't utilized skirting thus far for our camper. Once we do however, yes we would totally be placing skirting and utilizing onboard water unless we had some source of outside water from a heated hose or something. Have you guys purchased any skirting or ran into inclement weather in your travels? 🥶- Kyle and Renee

[@berylwhite2983]

Where do you pour your dehumidifier out at? I personally would not want it in my gray tank because it would fill it up too much I would find a place outdoors at least I would think that's what Dexter would do. Great video and many thumbs up for all the shots of Dexter do you ever think about using pipe insulation like you use under your house?

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We've thought about pipe insulation but getting to all the pipes is so rough! If we are connected to full hookups then we'll dump the water down the sink drain

[@tylerquigley7042]

Both of you are great at explaining things, like definitely better than my school teachers .. especially Renee. No offense Kyle lol

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thanks Tyler! It takes a lot of mess ups for a while to sometimes get it right! It gets easier over time! Thanks for watching 😁 ~Renee and Kyle

[@zfeedrv]

Awesome video

[@Silverxxx450]

100 watt light bulb can keep spaces warm. I put one in water cabinet to keep it from freezing.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

This is great information Tom!! Thank you very much for sharing this with us :)

[@MrNicmousseau]

You know what works amazing for filing those cracks around the slides??? Foam pipe wrap insulation from a home supply store (HomeDepot/Lowe’s Etc). It’s about 1.50/275/ piece. Depending on the size you get, It can be cut in half and then those can be tucked into cracks. Easy to put in and remove and easy to store!!! Also works great to keep kitty toys and small dropped items from going under the slides.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Ooooh!!! Very very nice! Every time I hear of the foam pipe wrap I think of the pool noodles lol Is this stuff easy to find at Home Depot? Someone else was telling us about this and we would love to get some! I am sure it would really help with decreasing the cold draft that comes from the outside 😃👍🏼 do you guys have this stuff?

[@MrNicmousseau]

@@HappilyEverHanks it’s in the plumbing section sometimes in the isle where you buy pipe fittings and pipe and sometimes it’s in the next isle over.

[@MrNicmousseau]

@@HappilyEverHanks yes we have been using it for a couple years.!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@MrNicmousseau awesome :) I am way behind on the game lol definitely need to get this! Thanks for the suggestion!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

@@MrNicmousseau come on, you know I can’t go to home depot without you! It just never feels the same 😄 we are always going to Home Depot on our adventures of upgrades lol

[@jamesparent1525]

Should have a 3way conected to your pump so if it freezes you van have a 5 gallon water jug inside the rv you can run the hose to and have water untill you thaw out your pipes

[@maxyourjourney]

Great tips guys all these things help save from getting those frozen pipes. This will help so many stay on top of the cold weather incoming. Love our space heater. MAX_YOUR_JOURNEY (Alvin)

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Alvin! Thank you very much for the kind words :) yeah it was not fun going through the process, but we are grateful to now have the experience that came with it. Space heaters are so nice aren’t they? We appreciate your continued support, we wish you happy trails and safe travels 😊 - Kyle and Renee

[@theFrugalDuo]

Great video, guys!! Such great information for those that are in their RVs during the cold months. Sorry that you two had to deal with this in October! At least Dexter was comfortable....thats all that really matters!! 😂

[@HappilyEverHanks]

So glad that you guys were able to pick up that Dexter was comfortable 😂He is SO spoiled!! We are happy to have learned some valuable lessons when it comes to RV living in the winter. Thank you Christina and Rick! You guys are the best ❤️👍🏼🙌🏼😊- Kyle and Renee

[@RVthere]

We have not been as brave as you guys and have not had the RV in snow yet! We are still following the weather 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@HappilyEverHanks]

What!? Ya gotta break it in, get it in the snow! Actually you guys are smart, stay where it’s warm! 😂 Thanks for stopping by! ~Renee and Kyle

[@edgar.lamkin8409]

Have you ever heard of heat tape it's like a thin extension cord it comes on with it gets cold we use it here in South Dakota if you had it wrapped on those plastic pipes then wrapped in foil insulation on top of heat tape look it up on KZbin

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Edgar! We actually have heard of that heat tape before, we definitely need to get some! Thank you so much for this awesome tip, it's great to meet you and hear your insight 😃 Keep these wonderful comments coming Edgar!!! We hope to hear from you again soon

[@carloscasamayor7861]

cover the pipes with foam and foil to avoid froz

[@howardsheridan]

I survived the texas freeze, ran out of propane, no electricity for 3 days. It got down to 27f inside RV for 3 days. Used 5 blankets and brought a 60lb & 80lb dog and 2 cats in bed. Had to put 4 blankets under me because i had a gel top mattress which is like a slab of ice to lay on. It was miserable. Once electricity came on in city i was in a hour long wait for propane and they ran out 4 vehicles after me.

[@BossnurseCouple]

Thanks a lot !!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Thank you so much Stan!! We appreciate you 😃🙌🏼

[@buildanadventure]

It's 80 degrees here in Florida today so feel free to send us some of your cold weather! ;-)

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Oh my 😱That sounds lovely, we made it to Kentucky and now the temperatures are 80's here as well! It is weird going from -5 to 80 degree weather LOL Sending cool vibes your way 😎- Kyle and Renee

[@HappilyEverHanks]

I don't know know what is up with the lines through our comments lol ⬆️

[@rexgeorg7324]

that was very enjoyable

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Wow thank you so much!! We really appreciate the kind words and support ❤️- Renee and Kyle

[@stevepannier3537]

Have you guys had any issues with your refrigerator not working when it gets extremely cold outside

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Hey Steve, actually we have never had that happen yet. Our fridge however does get very cold, to the point of us needing to turn it down lol is that something that is common to happen when it gets cold? Have you had your fridge act up?

[@stevepannier3537]

@@HappilyEverHanks we do more late fall and winter camping than anything else. We just got back from a trip where we had temperatures many nights below 10° and I never could get my refrigerator to get very cold, the freezer part actually felt like what the refrigerator usually feels like lol. but after doing some research I have found that this is must be a problem. ( BTW we did have some pipe freeze issues ) 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️ Love your channel !!!!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Awww so sorry to hear this! That just be frustrating. Honestly, when we first picked up our rig, the fridge was acting up and they had to order another one. Having your food spoil is the last thing you want to do 😕 Sorry to hear about the pipes, we have had this happen for the second time. Glad that we went through with the skirting. You guys are smart sticking towards warmer seasons lol Thank you so much!! We are so happy to have you along for the ride 😃 what kind of rig do you guys have??

[@stevepannier3537]

@@HappilyEverHanks we have a 2020 keystone cougar half ton fifth wheel It’s our first fifth wheel and so far, for the most part we love it. Though we are learning quickly the things we will be looking for in our next rig. Lol

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Lol that is exactly how we felt when we bought our first rig. It’s nice to have an initial understanding of things that you appreciate through a trial run of your first rig. We had a travel trailer for our first and then upgraded to the fifth wheel. It’s amazing how there is a never ending list of upgrades to always invest in 😄

[@lifererouted]

So are you guys going to do a "how to live in an igloo" video next? 😆 Also, where did you guys get your pictures at 03:14? nice video, guys!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That would be great!! It def felt like an igloo, especially when we were outside at 11:30 at night using a broom to push snow around the RV, wish we got that part on camera 🤦🏻‍♀️ Those are our own pics that we made through Canvas champ for such a great price! There is a link in the description for it!! ⬆️ Thanks for watching guys!! Safe travels!! ~Renee and Kyle

[@Lolaandcassidyadventures]

One word. Florida

[@amypletcher4411]

This winter camping video of frozen pipes was great but here is my question. Of course we don't have a GD but a Forest River Hemisphere hyperlite 29rlshl 5th wheel. Looks like you guys had full access to your water lines. I know we have some under our bed, front of the RV. Is that where yours were? Great video!!

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We can access ours in the pass through storage

[@tannerduncan4294]

Any experience with AirSkirts? We're getting some for this winter and hoping they are a good investment. #BingeHanks

[@HappilyEverHanks]

We actually do not have any experience with AirSkirts, I have never heard of this! Will have to look into them. Keep us updated on what your thoughts are, we would enjoy hearing more of your thoughts on them!

[@TP-vu3tc]

Problem is burning large amounts of propane can be very costly, but I guess it's better than major freezing problems. Would be better if you could run your propane system on "fan only", (no gas), to push the electric produced heat from the cabin down to the underbelly.

[@frankmitzen2008]

Install a small ceramic heater in the underbelly to keep the pipes warm

[@HappilyEverHanks]

Yes!! That is such a great idea Frank 😃Thank you so much for this! We don't plan on doing winter camping anytime soon again 😅

[@frankmitzen2008]

@@HappilyEverHanks Our camping doesn't start until the end of December, then we head for SC.

[@HappilyEverHanks]

That sounds awesome! We haven’t spent much time in South Carolina, but we definitely want to come check it out sometime soon 😊🙌🏼 We really enjoy hearing from you Frank!

[@kamyventures]

Try a brooder heater for chickens

[@patient0x]

Probably a smart plug for the heater with a thermometer. That way you can control it with your phone.