How to Repair and Replace an RV Roof: Start to Finish

[@KitKat_Omalie]

The best hour and 14 minutes I've spent in my life thus far. This video is gold. Water damage is so overwhelming and intimidating. You made it look doable. Thank you friend!

[@remodelyourrv]

Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad it can be of some help. Good luck with your project.

[@jonathandrachenberg6736]

You're a life saver. I have some roof damage on my RV and I've been struggling to wrap my head around how to prepare for the job. This video helped me understand what the job might entail. Thank you!!

[@remodelyourrv]

I’m glad it was some benefit to you. I was struggling to find the same information and decided to document what I did. It may not be the highest quality production or the best content, but it at least gives people a place to start when thinking about the project. Good luck with your project.

[@judyking5928]

I have watched this video so many times. My 2006 Jayco TT needs a roof and I've quite a bit of roof/water damage. My husband hates do it yourself stuff but I really like figuring things out because its sometimes too expensive to pay others to do things you can do yourself. You have given my confidence that I can do this but I'll be honest I'm scared to death. My uncle, an awesome carpenter was supposed to help but he can't now so I'm on my own. Never done anything like this or this big! Wish me luck. I'm sure I'll be keeping this video on "speed dial" to refer back to some things. I'll try to document with video as I go. Thanks for the great video.

[@remodelyourrv]

Best of luck with your project. Take your time be methodical and you should be able to work your way through it, if you have any issues feel free to check back in. I’ll try to help the best I can.

[@arlenesutton8456]

You go girl. I have been contemplating the same thing on my 1993 Holiday Rambler motor home and even though my husband is very handy with things like this he thinks it's to big of a project for us to do. We built a barn from scratch so I think it's doable, however I may be on my own. LOL. Good luck with your project.

[@agardenut]

Hi Judy! Did you end up doing the roof? I’m curious to see how it went and what suggestions you might have. I am planning a complete roof replacement. I’m slowly tearing out the ceiling in our camper, there’s water damage and broken trusses everywhere! The mold is grossing me out. But I’m getting it done. I’m going to build all new trusses and then pull off the roof and old trusses and install new.

[@SitaBita96]

I am so grateful for these videos. The water damage in my RV is very similar to yours (roof and everywhere else). I thought it wasn't something I would be able to do on my own but thanks to your videos I already have some progress coming along. Also, your calmness when talking about the replacements is very reassuring that I don't need to freak out, just continue doing things one task at a time.

[@remodelyourrv]

How's the project going?

[@BamoArt]

Great video! We just got a 1970’s gooseneck camper for free, has some roof damage and you were a huge help in our next step! Thank you

[@remodelyourrv]

Glad it helped!

[@davidemerson6006]

Just discovered our 37' 2007 Grand Junction had a roof leak around the TV antenna. From the inside the damage appears to be confined to the roof around the antenna. Been trying to figure out what to do. Just came across your roof series and will be going through all the videos and write up to see what will be required. Looks like your series will provide what's to be expected and give me the inspiration for do the job. If anything, I'll be able to quit scratching my head about this.

[@remodelyourrv]

Hi David...good luck with your upcoming project. I think you will be able to tackle it just. If you run into any issues be sure to check back in and I'm sure someone will be able to give you a hand. Take care.

[@truetech4158]

Perfect opportunity to install a greenhouse clean lexan optically pure roof perhaps. They even make the sheets in double wall so it has a vapor barrier double window effect, and you could always put a serious skylight on it, even build a cool vacuum table to pull heated sheets into any conical convex or concave shape you want if you made a interesting custom mold for the sheets to cool into shape on the vacuum table. Such a table can be giant if you were expecting to feed it 4x8 or longer or wider sheets. You make even order it in a giant roll from the factory, maybe even custom according to your asking em, they love innovative challenges if the idea is a good enough one that you or they want to consider. Custom roof deck options, from a fold down ajoining lower level perimeter deck area, you could park it right next to the waterfront and it would feel like you were sitting on your own dock fishing and getting properly tourist sunburnt. I just got a 40ft in my yard today from a trailerpark closing down, needs the roof, it has two major tip out sections that are in mint condition. Have all the building materials already to redo it including proper rubber roof compounds. Tomorrow, i get a zillion different types of patio stones and sheds and decks and other building materials, well over the next week. Bought another cheap 2 weeks ago, it helps that i have a couple acre hobby farm and giant 40x80ft shop and 30x50ft building to rebuild things, such as roofs of rv's in a indoor location. Cheers captain, happy rv'ing.

[@dalatina911]

I can’t thank you enough!!! I am now confident enough to tackle my 02 Shamrock’s roof now that I know an approximation of what’s ahead of me!

[@remodelyourrv]

Awesome....good luck with your project!

[@blair_actual]

Hey man, I've learned a lot from this video and I appreciate you posting this! I'm rebuilding a '97 Dutchmen Aristocrat and I took a lot of tips from your demonstration. But I have to say I took your advice and grabbed one of those 5 in one tools, and it is AMAZING.. haha my new favorite tool. Thank you again!

[@remodelyourrv]

Glad I could help!

[@robb1252]

Awesome video. Great instruction and overview on the whole project as well as the impromptu fixes on the rotted wood sections. This gives me a good starting point to address my roof and how to go about it. Thank you.

[@remodelyourrv]

Glad it was helpful!

[@andrewnelson8093]

one of the best rv rebuild vids on youtube. thank you!

[@remodelyourrv]

Wow, thanks! I'm glad you liked it.

[@petalleahy7936]

Thank you for your full transparency :) there are a lot of things to consider and there are always oversights...makes the rest of us feel better when we make similar mistakes, it's just to be expected! Great video, very thorough

[@remodelyourrv]

Thanks for the note.

[@alisonmcirvin4763]

Please consider captioning your channel to allow all viewers access to your wonderful content, thanks!

[@remodelyourrv]

Great idea. I will see what I can do to figure out how to do that.

[@alisonmcirvin4763]

@@remodelyourrv thanks so much for adding the captioning feature! I plan to peruse your super helpful videos, now that I can catch what you are sharing. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Factory400]

This is an epic endeavour! Hats off to you. Guessing my Winnebago trailer is constructed very similar and its days are numbered.

[@remodelyourrv]

Thanks for stopping by. It has been a heck of a project to say the least. It's well worth it though. I couldn't stomach trashing it.

[@MrIzzy4real]

just bought a '91 with the same and I agree with everyone else... You give us confidence!

[@remodelyourrv]

You can do it.

[@rohlwithit5944]

When rebuilding my rafters I did what you did with the 2 by 4 but I kept it in line with the old rafter by adding a half-inch plywood screwed to both sides of the 2x4. That way when it came time to install the new plywood the center line remained the same. In some places, I had to place a bottle jack under the rafter inside, to repair the elevation alignment.

[@remodelyourrv]

That’s a great idea. I wish I could’ve got that tip from you months ago. LOL. How did your project turn out?

[@rohlwithit5944]

@@remodelyourrv send an email to rohlwithit at gmail and I'll send you some pictures. For me, it was a months-long project for several reasons.

[@marka9049]

I trained my neighbors barking dog with a water hose. I rang a bell first then sprayed him with the hose. That dog figured it out and from that point on, I never had to spray water on him. All I had to do was ring the bell lol.

[@remodelyourrv]

LOL

[@troycarpenter3675]

Perfect

[@robertuffman3041]

i really appreciate this. i just found 1 soft spot by my ac and a really bad spot front left( if you are looking at the tongue) i have remodels a ton of house but have always been weary about working on my camper.

[@remodelyourrv]

Glad it helped! Good luck!

[@thomasramoska3885]

Hey buddy Great video for years I repaired campus and I haven't touched one in 5 years you just refresh my memory big time I want to say something about one of the tools you using the fine tool multi-tool when you got to the air conditioning unit and you needed to take that gasket off you just use an old blade a new blade you with a ground that thing right off and as far as the butyl tape too that holds down the all the metal trim works excellent for that too Good luck I look to see forward you more videos

[@daviruml]

Excellent job! I was just given a 96 Thor Citation 35' in beautiful condition except for the hole in the rear roof! Saw your video before committing to this project. You have inspired me!

[@remodelyourrv]

That’s awesome. Thanks for reaching out. Best of luck on your project.

[@rubysangel5180]

I’m in Nc my slide out roof is damaged. Now my whole roof is damaged & I can’t move it safely for repairs. So with a lot of KZbin binging ol girl gotta try roof repair on her own wish me luck 🍀 thanks for the video

[@remodelyourrv]

Good luck with your project. Take your time and I bet you can get it done!

[@bigrod0069]

wow man, wish I had your patience, I think about all of it too hard and it drives me crazy, awesome job.

[@remodelyourrv]

I appreciate the kind words. However, there were plenty of "I hate this thing" moments along the way. Ha!

[@bigrod0069]

@@remodelyourrv lol, I believe it, one thing at a time i guess, hope it was worth it and works good for ya.

[@remodelyourrv]

@@bigrod0069 Thank you!

[@jorpsteinnamen4523]

Liked and subscribed, I can't believe I have no wood rot just a torn roof membrane and the shop wants 5k. I'll be doing this instead. Besides it looks like a good learning experience.

[@remodelyourrv]

It's a little bit of work, but you will save a ton of money and learn a lot in the process. Good luck!

[@melaniecotterell8263]

I love my old Wilderness travel trailer. 37 years old and everything still works. 4 burner range, an oven, twin-axles, a bathtub, and a cedar lined closet. Roof AC blows cold air and only uses 1600-watts. 1986 Model 18D 16-foot box. The roof is shot due to neglect. My bad. No way that I'm junking it. Travel trailers are so expensive now and they do not have the amenities that mine has.

[@remodelyourrv]

Your Wilderness seems like a keeper...probably worth the work you'll put into it.

[@randybobandy9828]

What amenities do newer trailers not have that yours does? That doesn't make sense.

[@timsigler-smalz9972]

Excellent video! I learned a lot following your progress. I've got my own roof repair to do soon!

[@remodelyourrv]

Glad I could help

[@DefinitelyShaun]

great work! I'm working on a similar project right now, and just about to install my roof membrane tomorrow. I liked what you did with the gorilla tape. I think that's what I'll do instead of fiberglass drywall tape.

[@remodelyourrv]

I've had zero issues with it!

[@jamess1120]

Oscillating multi-tool for the old goo over screws and other places. It comes up like butter.

[@arizonawoodfarmer3142]

Just bought a 94' Play-Mor 5th wheel and you just gave me the confidence to get the roof done ASAP🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘💯

[@remodelyourrv]

Right on. Let me know how it goes.

[@arizonawoodfarmer3142]

@@remodelyourrv for sure brother!

[@ChadALozano]

Nice work and great documentation! You saved me so much thinking haha.

[@remodelyourrv]

Glad I could help!

[@rickboretirementplan]

I'm glad you cut that rot out, my OCD would not let me leave that in the RV.

[@remodelyourrv]

Lol…same!

[@sivakrishnamannava3588]

One of the best vedios i have seen , thanks a lot very informative

[@remodelyourrv]

Thank you.

[@trafficjon400]

Thumbs up Bro. If Piano keyboardist studio was not in the way. i believe after watching you i could do all most as good. not now though. i messed up a lot on my Vintage 74 Dodge Sportsman. Stupidly paid to much for it. sucks having to tear down what i rushed to finish and more money for parts . also have next door dog that the next door don't seem to have a clue how to own a dog. Barking at any thing to nothing but air. Had rot around the metal frame . lifted it in some Areas. Good Stuff. 👍

[@remodelyourrv]

Thanks for checking in and for the kind words. These RV's can get in bad shape really quick. I'm always amazed at how fast things go downhill.

[@jorgecaraccioli5699]

Very good video. I have been doing a similar project on my 28ft RV

[@remodelyourrv]

Good luck!

[@KevinCoop1]

I’m very surprised that you did not install the seal behind the trim pieces. That is what seals the screws and the holes in the EDPM. At least that is what the pros say. That was a lot of work! Congratulations on getting it done!

[@remodelyourrv]

Hi Kevin, thanks for checking in. I did install butyl tape behind all the trim pieces, but I may not of showed it on everything or if I was demoing something. And you’re right, it was a lot of work. More than I expected.

[@KevinCoop1]

@@remodelyourrv Great! How did it hold up?

[@remodelyourrv]

Great so far. I have high hopes.

[@denisedanel7062]

@@remodelyourrv Hey, are you anywhere near Denver Colorado I sure could use your help. I purchased at 99 wilderness Fleetwood and unfortunately has active leaks winter is setting in soon. it’s just me and one worker and I have never done anything like this. We’re in definitely need of guidance. we’ve taken off the back and the front fifth wheel. both other sides have to come up but we started with the roof to see how much damage is down those sides. there are 2 specific problems that I’m having trouble finding information on ...is the idea putting the TPO back on or actually using sheets of metal/tin and space/gaf tape ( airplane tape)... no terminal bars with screws and weatherstripping... less seams, less holes for water to get in. And the side around the slide, once that’s removed not sure how to replace it. It’s all in one piece but if you’re going to use the sheets of metal you’re going to seams going down and that’s where you use the space tape. It’s kind of a new concept… No screws… It’s a huge undertaking. I had no idea when I bought it how damaged it really was and I sure could use some help. Thanks so much denise

[@remodelyourrv]

As it relates to Denver, I’m probably a 2-day drive. It’s quite the haul. When it comes to your repair, are you talking about using the TPO on the roof or on the sides of your fifth wheel?

[@Troy.b]

Can I hire you to help me do mine? Lol. Great video it helped answer a lot of questions I was trying to figure out.

[@remodelyourrv]

Thanks for the confidence. Trust me....you wouldn't want to hire me....I'm extremely slow and there's a lot of two steps forward and one step back action. I glad the videos could help out.

[@wally1957]

You did a great job on the roof and kudo's for sticking with it. I had a Nomad trailer with corrugated aluminum siding and it was the worst RV ever made. I will never purchase a RV with corrugated siding ever! That thing leaked all over and the siding had pin holes from electrolysis. I replaced the slide out floor completely rotted. I found a good deal on a King of the Road 36" fifth wheel and could not sell that Nomad fast enough. It was gone in two days! Flat fiberglass siding is the only way to go. I made a huge mistake by operating a propane heater inside during the winter and it produced so much condensation that it saturated the OSB wood sheets for the roof, delaminated the glue and soft spots all over the roof. I am now planning to replace the entire roof. So far it will cost 3k in materials alone. I was wondering how your floor went. Maybe I have to look for your next video? I know when you open up a can of worms it can be much worse than you ever thought. For your viewers P.S. Dicor is your friend and Silicone is your enemy.

[@remodelyourrv]

Great information...you know my pain. lol. I ended up replacing a few sections of flooring. This whole project was a lot more work than I anticipated.

[@wally1957]

@@remodelyourrv One week into replacing the roof and a few more days to go. Not easy to do at age 65. I am getting a little help from a friend which helps a lot. I have 5k in materials not including labor. Job always lasts longer than expected. Hope for the best plan for the worst. Now taking 2 days rest. body sore....Rain in the forecast. TPO acting as a tarp for now.

[@remodelyourrv]

Great hear you’re almost done. Slow and steady for the win.

[@wally1957]

@@remodelyourrv Finally done with the roof. It took two weeks and had to hire some help. I didn't install any vents other than pipe vents. I only installed solar panels on the roof. I did not even install the fridge vent since I am only using electric fridge. I installed 3/4 inch plywood, 8 sheets at $60.00 a sheet. I ran wires along the roof for cat6, phone, cable for tv etc. when all the OSB was removed. Solar panel wiring runs to a junction box front center of roof. Security cameras mounted on roof also. I spent somewhere close to 7k and about 1K for labor. Much more expensive than I thought. It all adds up.

[@zeitgeist57]

Great series. I’ve got a ‘75 Rockwood (Dodge Sportsman-based) RV that I’m looking to re-roof. Wonderful write up as well in the linked article. Thank you!

[@remodelyourrv]

Thank you for the kind words. Hopefully, you can pull some benefit from the article. Thanks for checking in.

[@trafficjon400]

Just notice your comment. Last year i bought a 74 Dodge sportsman. 360 motor

[@zeitgeist57]

@@trafficjon400 8 months since my comment and just NOW tackling the rest of my roof. :)

[@remodelyourrv]

I’ve been there. Sometimes it seems to take forever.

[@earacheselbowsenoch6251]

Little slow but a solid on how to start and what to expect. I was given a motorhome with a rotten roof. No matter what I watch I'll still have to tear it off. I'm considering gutting it. Engine Transmission is solid and running...

[@remodelyourrv]

Good luck with everything!

[@thenoneckpeoplerepresentat8074]

When you start digging in you’re almost guaranteed to open a can of worms. Keeping the water out is an ongoing battle due to faulty manufacturing processes.

[@remodelyourrv]

You’re exactly right.

[@kathleenrutherford733]

Well that keeps them in business, faulty but Expensive products as well as way to expensive repair costs! It's horrible!!

[@chrisfoster3772]

Oof

[@terasagregg1112]

I definitely opened that can of worms. I did all the "don'ts" when buying a used travel trailer. Once I started to pull away all the water damaged ceiling I found that a lot of the styrofoam is either damaged or swollen or still wet. I just ordered my TPO roofing kit. My question is, what do I do first? Should I replace the foam first then put on the new roof or put in the foam during the roof install. Everything on the roof has to go. Even the plywood is rotten. I'm doing a 100% roof to ceiling rebuild but stuck on the order I should do it. Thanks for any advice!!

[@largefamilyadventures681]

​@@terasagregg1112did u finish it? I have the same issue

[@edwardlocke874]

Nice work…always a good idea to treat your wood with KILZ.

[@teresatait-taylor8352]

I have had some luck at simply telling a barking to, ‘go lay down’ and prompt it by saying ‘good boy’ SOMETIMES they do what they are told. By the way the dollar stores have that tool. I would be lost without it. 😉 thank you for this video.

[@remodelyourrv]

That's good advice. Fortunately, my dog listens (somewhat) to those commands. Unfortunately, my neighbor's dog has no interest in what I'm saying. lol

[@wally1957]

I also forgot to mention that I have done interior roof paneling repairs using plastic shower stall wall sheathing which I purchased at the big box hardware stores. Cut sections as needed and held it up in place with white Gorilla tape or Eternabond tape. One section I repaired from rot was directly above the shower so the shower wall plastic stuff worked great. The second place where I used the plastic sheet was in the bedroom vent section where I removed a old AC and needed to cover up the hole.

[@remodelyourrv]

Great idea...thanks for sharing.

[@jeremeydyke881]

Also if any of you are. Lose to Montpelier, IN there is a great RV surplus store called Ike’s RV surplus. It is awesome every single thing you want to restore a camper.

[@JerryjWeiser]

Very good instructions. Thanks. 😊

[@shoebert31]

think its an option to put new wood over the old wood if its not rotten, just a bit "spongy". removing the old wood seems like a real job

[@remodelyourrv]

You probably need to dig into it and really see what is causing the spongy feeling. My guess is that water penetrated at some point. Maybe you can get away with replacing a small section.

[@omahaomaha8694]

Great job on the roof 👍

[@remodelyourrv]

Thank you and thanks for stopping by.

[@MrBassinhuntin]

Thanks for the time spent to set up a camera from start to finish. Great video on one way yo do it and save lots of Cash!!!!

[@remodelyourrv]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@melinacuratelli2013]

Excellent video! Thank you so much....I'm hoping to replace my roof myself, lots of water damage...walls and floor as well...ugh... The roof kit link is not available now....could someone tell me what you use? Thank you so much!!

[@remodelyourrv]

You're welcome.

[@thegreener196]

awesome video. thanks to you im redoing my 5th wheel roof. I noticed after removing the old material that there is sticky residue from the old glue and now all kids of dust and particulates from removing the old material sticking to that. what did you use to get all that stuff off before laying down the glue and new material?

[@remodelyourrv]

I didn't do anything for the glue. I just cleaned it the best I could. If there's anything big enough to puncture to damage the new membrane I would definitely try to remove it anyway possible.

[@SamehKhan]

Thank you for the detailed video compilation! I'm going to attack roof repair (and addition of skylights, roof AC delete) on my 97 30ft Motorhome. Not expecting rotten wood, but not I feel much more ready for it! I live in Canada, where it seems to rain at least 1-2x per week during the summer. Any tips on keeping the roof covered, especially if wood/foam is exposed or the skylight holes are open? Would you cover the entire roof, or just portions?

[@remodelyourrv]

I would probably try to use a large tarp and cover the whole thing. Do you want to eliminate any possibility of additional moisture getting in there.

[@timmerylee977]

Lol, you kept mentioning the 5 in 1, I don’t see a link. But i found you can find them at most paint or tool store.

[@remodelyourrv]

Haha...that's due to my 'mad' KZbin skills. Thanks for pointing that out. I've now added the link!!!

[@doctordinothedinosofrock2157]

This looks like a somewhat time consuming, but a fun project. I'm excited. I'm going to attack mine now.

[@remodelyourrv]

Any luck?

[@aaaforla]

I5s not enough to spray mold treatment on damaged wood. To seal the wood y9u should use oil base primer (kills restoration primer works great)...Love your videos

[@remodelyourrv]

Thanks!

[@jennb1903]

Thank you for the video, i am going to replace my roof as well, can you tell me what size screws you used?

[@remodelyourrv]

I believe on the roof decking I used 1 1/2” screws.

[@shelleydumas6348]

My Husband and I just took on a 25 ft camper that was headed to the scrap yard. I demoed it yesterday and it’s rotten in 3 corners of the floor and one corner on the roof. I’m thinking roof first but not sure as the integrity of the floor frame is non existent, Thoughts??? It’s going to be a fun project. Thank you for your videos !! it’s where I find most everything I need to proceed with most projects when I have a questions

[@remodelyourrv]

That is awesome! Good luck with your project. Keep us posted of your progress.

[@timguthrie2319]

Im feeling fairly confident all except for those roof corners and getting them good on mine. Doing just the roof and hoping i wont have to take much off from the side corners. Any tips? Could also use tips on where to apply the butyl tape if not just on the backs of the termination bars do i apply under the rubber-to-roof too?

[@kevinstaton496]

Great info! Thank you! I'm curious where you purchased the replacement ac gaskit.

[@saragruda2713]

I have a 83 cameo 5th wheel trailer there's water damage with the roof and the whole outer wall behind the sink area now as far as I can tell they didn't use screws basically this thing is poorly assembled and been thru years of abuse what is best thing to use to reinforce the floors and walls and roof any ideas on products and removal and install when be wonderful cause my husband has no clue I'm doing this myself

[@remodelyourrv]

Hi Sara, thanks for checking in. Have you had a chance to check out our other videos? I think I may have gone through a lot of the steps you guys are going to tackle. Let me know if there’s something in there that you can’t find. Thanks again.

[@cwkhonda]

(A) for effort and motivation. I would of done things a bit different. But great job on the detailed video. I always say I'm going to video my projects. But when I get into a project. I don't want to stop to mess with a camera.

[@remodelyourrv]

I would do different things this time around as well. However, trying to figure things out from scratch was quite the process.

[@chugbry]

Are those sheets of OSB usually screwed down or do they use brads/nails?????

[@remodelyourrv]

Screws!

[@aracelitamez2045]

Love the video the rusted screws that you removed do you have a specific place you but them from? I’ve been having a hard time finding them.

[@remodelyourrv]

I don't recall. Let me see if I can track something down.

[@kert987654]

Thank this helped a lot. Re doing my roof and some trusses from water damage. Where can you buy trim for top pieces and vertical running down the front and back?

[@remodelyourrv]

Check on Amazon, Recpro, and eTrailer. A lot of different places have the product. You can basically search for RV termination bar.

[@robbypro3370]

Heat gun works great to remove old adhesive backed foam. But you will need other products to remove the glue residues.

[@remodelyourrv]

Good suggestion

[@krisg3984]

So, 1-buy the kit, 2-pull out the tools need to use. 3-take off all roof add ons like vents, skylight cover, antennae, a/c 4-

[@remodelyourrv]

Yep...it's pretty straight forward. Unless you are like me and there is damage from top to bottom.

[@justinmoore8097]

How or what did u do for the cieling piece inside very interested in how that came out

[@remodelyourrv]

I added some additional support in the ceiling and installed new paneling for the ceiling covering. I then covered all seams with some matching molding.

[@DoYourLabsDoThis]

For most of the video I thought you were working on my trailer lol.

[@remodelyourrv]

You feel my pain. LOL

[@oneanon]

What would be a better roof for my travel trailer pvc or rubber.

[@kathleenrutherford733]

Ask the owner of the Dog if you can give it treats, then when it's calm reward it with praise and treats! It will be your friend! That's just nervous energy

[@wjs569]

While it was open could you have water sealed the wood? Or would that make finding future leaks impossible?

[@remodelyourrv]

We thought about it, but figured it was a gamble either way!

[@johnmueller3494]

Great job and video. A job I plan on doing. Where did you buy your EPDM material? And EPDM cost with adhesive? Thanks!

[@remodelyourrv]

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[@r.j.schubert9222]

Hi there. Great video!! I am doing a lot of the same repairs to my 1997 Coachmen. Can you tell me where you would get the replacement interior ceiling panels? The closest that I've come up with are the white luan panels from home depot.

[@remodelyourrv]

Hi, R.J. I bought my panels at Lowe's and ended up having to go with 1/8" brown wall panels that I had to prime and paint.

[@805_diver]

How is the rec pro epdm holding up? I’m looking for options online and there doesn’t seem to be many options. I’ve heard issues that the material isn’t as thick as they claim? Thanks

[@remodelyourrv]

No issues thus far, but there's not way to guess it's lifespan.

[@gabrielpenaloza1376]

Nice job! What would something like cost?

[@remodelyourrv]

All in all it was about $750 tops. The Roofing Kit cost me about $550 on Amazon and came with the rubber roofing material, lap sealant, butyl tape, and roof adhesive. Then I spent about $100 on wood and maybe another $100 on miscellaneous materials. But, I did have to replace a skylight, some vent covers, refrigerator vent cover, and the bathroom vent.

[@debfurman3169]

Any recommendation for creating a pitched roof. My rv is under a roof on a beach and I want to raise the ceiling. What material would you recommend for that?

[@remodelyourrv]

Hi Deb, thanks for checking in. I’m not exactly sure how to tackle that since I’ve never done it myself. Let me check around a bit and I’ll see if I can come up with an answer for you.

[@One-Crazy-Cat]

Gosh seeing that I don’t feel so bad having to do the roof on my 1953. After almost 70 years I need me a roof and probably 2 the trusses. Nowhere near the rot level here. Granted they used real wood from factory as OSB was not a 50’s option. Haha. Glad you used real wood on the repair. That osb rots so easy and takes the rest with it when it starts.

[@remodelyourrv]

Thanks for the encouraging words. I kept finding new damage at every turn. I thought it would never end. Haha!

[@park-n-sonsarchery9570]

What kind of gorilla tape did you use for the edges , regular or the thicker water proof stuff ?

[@remodelyourrv]

I just used the regular!

[@robbypro3370]

40 thousand dollars of work for a 4 thousand dollar trailer. Thanks for showing us how to do repairs.

[@remodelyourrv]

I hope it helps. However, I think if I can get that much per hour I may see a career change in my future. lol

[@shawnaseal8617]

I have a question is the Osb supposed to be higher then the the aluminum sideing

[@remodelyourrv]

Yes. That's how the factory finish was on mine.

[@danm1193]

Just want to say thank you.

[@ItsRickyBaby]

Love these videos I need a full remodel/ overhaul From defamation to needing a full roof replacement but where do I start the roof or side walls? Its a 21ft Class- C RV any information would help. Thank you

[@remodelyourrv]

Hi Ricky, thanks for stopping by. It’s hard to tell without being able to inspect things. But, I would say that if your walls offer enough structural support, I would probably start with the roof. That’s what happened in my case. The walls had a lot of damage, but they weren’t so bad that I couldn’t repair the roof and get it watertight first. Feel free to reach out anytime.

[@ItsRickyBaby]

@@remodelyourrv Thank you@ I am located in Clearwater Florida in the Tampa Bay area. Would you know the best economical place to buy trim and other part to rebuild my RV? Thank you again Ricky [e-mail]

[@artistaloca4]

@@ItsRickyBaby Hi Ricky, how's the renovation going? I'm doing an '83, 33' class A Fleetwood Southwind. Isn't there a huge RV sales and repair out toward kissimmee? I know there's a few highly reputable places around and when I find one I'll pass that information along... Meanwhile have you looked online? I ask bc you stated your location. Another area in which to look is Indiana as many RVs in The US are manufactured up there. I'm in Lee County, approx 85 miles south from you. I'm interested in knowing how your project is going. Happy Camping!!

[@artistaloca4]

@@ItsRickyBaby ps: -North Trail RV- Located in Ft. Myers have been of utmost help to me throughout this process; I'm a first-time owner. North Trail RV- 239.309.2299

[@thercrv8202]

Curious how you located the holes for those vent tubes so nicely without there being too much slack or too tight? Looks like they fit perfectly.

[@remodelyourrv]

Oh geez...it had to be some luck combined with measuring and remeasuring about 20 times.

[@timguthrie2319]

If enough of that panel of wood is ok you could totally use it as a template 🤘

[@butterpecan5642]

I was expecting him to replace all wet rotted wood (which looked like the entirety of the roof). I would've rather replace all lumber before putting on a new roof

[@troycarpenter3675]

Good neighbors are like finding buried treasure

[@remodelyourrv]

lol...exactly.

[@carolschaap80]

Question, I have 3" x 32' aluminum flashing that was on top of the wood and side siding.....then the "drywall tap covered the edges. What are you supposed to use to replace the flashing?

[@remodelyourrv]

I'm not exactly sure on that. Mine did not have that flashing. Off the top of my head I was thinking you could possibly use metal roofing flashing or possibly drip edge.

[@xandra9107]

Great job!

[@remodelyourrv]

Thank you!

[@AaronWieringa]

i would love to know how long this project took? It would be helpful for planning a period of time with weather and such

[@remodelyourrv]

The roof could be done in about 3-5 days depending on whether or not you are replacing wood.

[@AaronWieringa]

@@remodelyourrv thanks!!

[@remodelyourrv]

I couldn't tell you how much time it took for the entire project. It seemed like a lot. The time investment would have been much better if I had not had to work in small chunks of time. I spent a lot of time and energy dragging and putting up tools. Just rebuilding the water damage on the roof and replacing all of that material probably took 25-30 hrs. Again, there was a lot of time wasted dragging out and putting away tools.

[@guinnessmagner4778]

Fantastic Job, Improvements to consider, Building a rises edge around cut outs, say 3 or 5mm thick plastic 25mm wide, laid around cut openings roof rubber ride up before being cut. THIS GIVES AN UPSTAND TO ROOF FLAT SURFACE. THE CAUSE OF YOUR REPAIR NEEING DOING. Next is laying black square gasket, another water fault. So bed roofing off cut. So maskic black gasket to roof rub that sitting high already. Then lay strips off top of gasket down gaskeupstand then out onto roof say 50mm 2"......so repeat of layers from ply, plastic strip, roof rubber gasket, strips roof rubber, then metal Air Con case. You are adding two extra barrier to any watergetting in. Instead of using gasket sealant corking etc, Infact 701 diel corner silicon is better, con outside, seal fish tank and bonds glass, plass no Aging to sun light.

[@remodelyourrv]

Thanks for the info!

[@imary3739]

Hi. I'd love to ask you a few questions. If possible.. and btw great information here in your video!! . . Thanks!!! So I bought a 91 coachman Catalina. Basically its me and my 2 daughters 6 and 8 and my best friend and her son who is 3. After leaving a bad 11 yr marriage last last June of 2020 and my best friend in a similar situation, we decided to buy an rv and travel for a year while our children are still young, so that's what we did. So knowing absolutely nothing about rvs we hoped in my car and headed 4hrs. away to buy a rv we found online. The guy told me it had a new motor and transmission...and the floor had been redone. When we get there we look around and say to each other "🤡🗯oh it just needs some TLC and a little paint 🤡🗯yeah just some paint!" ... 😐turns out it Needed a hell of a lot more then some tlc and paint....now it runs beautifully and for some odd reason its good on gas! I put $600 worth of battieris in it and she never misses a crank..will crank everytime! However it does have issues....first time it rained we had to swim out of it! 😄😭..well almost....so I have to replace the roof...from the back of the ac unit back its good... but there forward is a mess....the whole bathroom floor and back bathroom wall needs replacing..pretty much the whole left wall....got to replace plumbing....fix hydraulic system for the stabilizers....and then I have a issue I can't quite figure out..well 2 actually.....the main one is this...when I start to drive it's fine but once I get to 2nd gear....or if I'm going up a hill....this loud SHHHH like sound starts...drives me nuts!!! Imagine someone making the sound SHHHHHHHH! Not sssssss like a snake but like SHHHHH be quiet! Or like letting air out of a tier....I dont have any leakes nowhere.. had my rear end looked at and its fine....but as long as your going over 25mph your going to hear SHHHH and I hate it! Then lastly is it possible to replace all the siding on the outside,? I want to have it wrapped in a beach scene so I guess I'm kinda wondering should I worry about the siding? It's not to bad a few dings and broken parts and it bulges out in places. Well thanks for your time im fixing to try my luck here in this bathroom 😬and I really hope to Here back from you soon....thanks a million..and just in case you have some advice my email is [e-mail] thanks again!

[@remodelyourrv]

Hi and thanks for checking in. The sound your rig is making is very interesting and I'm not sure I have an answer for that one. Let me ask around a bit and see what I can find out. Maybe someone with more knowledge than me can chime in on here. In reference to the siding, I wouldn't personally replace it unless it is is badly damaged and in need of it. Especially if you plan on wrapping it. I think it would save you a lot of time and money that way. Good luck on your project and safe travels.

[@Red_right_hand1]

Nice job bro

[@remodelyourrv]

I appreciate the encouragement. Thanks for stopping by.

[@dawnandrews622]

We have a 5th wheel with water damage and we are in the process of gutting it. Question did you start with roof first or last? The back half of our camper needs re framed due to rotten wood also we have to remove super slide out to re frame that as well any tips or suggestions. Thanks

[@remodelyourrv]

If you have frame issues that need repairing, you will probably have to work your way from the bottom up. Once you replace the damaged areas, it will provide a solid platform for you to finish up the roof. That's the route I ended up having to take. Good luck!

[@TheDouglash]

Length wise it looks like you were several Feet longer (with the rubber) and width wise looks like you had “6 hanging down on each side. Is that correct?

[@remodelyourrv]

Yes, I had too much excess. There was a sale going on when I purchased my material, so I ended up going with a larger size. I had a lot of material left over.

[@chadaustin-nl5cl]

Where did you get the epdm roofing and what was the price

[@remodelyourrv]

Here you go: amzn.to/44dLrwV

[@byronscustoms]

Not counting rain and wind delays how many hours did you put in to this video? And how much for materials? Were any of the trim pieces hard to come by? With lumber costs now, I might have to just scrap my Jayco...

[@remodelyourrv]

I would say it took me about 25 -30 hours. I was taking my time and trying to figure things out as I went along. All in all it was about $750 tops. The Roofing Kit cost me about $550 on Amazon and came with the rubber roofing material, lap sealant, butyl tape, and roof adhesive. Then I spent about $100 on wood and maybe another $100 on miscellaneous materials. But, I did have to replace a skylight, some vent covers, refrigerator vent cover, and the bathroom vent. None of the trim pieces were hard to come by. Lumber is a bit more expensive, but the word is that it will drop significantly by the end of the year due to a surging supply. We can always hope!

[@byronscustoms]

@@remodelyourrv Thank you! For your reply and for the video!

[@allycat1521]

Good job!!

[@remodelyourrv]

Thanks!

[@EveryBitOfBree]

Can u do this from the inside with the roof still on

[@remodelyourrv]

Which part of the process are you referencing?

[@martinfamilyband]

nice job, do you think the gruella tape will hold up over time?

[@remodelyourrv]

I think it will serve the purpose...I hope! So far so good!

[@patriots5628]

HELP/ADVICE RV'rs... I replaced the wood on my travel trailer roof and I'm not sure if I should use eterna Bond tape the mesh drywall tape at every OSB abutment joint. 1.Mesh drywall tape? 2. White 2"gorilla tape.? 3. 4 in eterna Bond tape? I replaced all 7 OSB plywood on my travel trailer and due to my inexperience not sure how I should protect the perimeter edges and the joints using which tape. I bought a 60 mil EPDM Rubber roof kit and I'm worried about the edges tearing the rubber roof and some people frowned that I bought a rubber roof when there was supposedly better roofing material that I could have used so that's kind of a downer because I don't know anything about the various types of roofing material that I could have bought something more durable. It's a 2007 copper canyon sprinter keystone camper 33 ft and been working on this repair solo for quite some time it is a lot of work repairing all the wood building rafters putting the new boards up priming the edges for eternal Bond tape in case I use the turnabon tape and fixing some of the delamination repairing spider cracks in the fiberglass and miscellaneous little Nixon cuts and it's come out pretty decent. So what tape should I use and on what area should I use the tape such as I was told to use mesh tape for all of the OSB joints and use eternal Bond tape or gorilla tape on the outer perimeter for the fiberglass and the rubber roof overlap each other to give it some extra strength and protection from tearing I also saw that some people put rubber tape or return a bond tape on top of the rubber roof on the side length all going all the way down front to back to give it protection as well on top so therefore I'm thinking that's a lot of eternal Bond tape a lot of money and there's going to be tape underneath and there's going to be tape on top of this to give a durability whereas some people use some of the old rubber from the old rubber roof cut slices and glue that in and then put the eternal on tape on top so not sure so I turned to all of you for your advice on my issue appreciate it as soon as possible as I'm sitting here just about to bring the rubber up to the roof and spread it out and prepare it for the first half of the roof to glue it down.

[@remodelyourrv]

I'm not sure what the consensus is, but I used black 2" Gorilla tape on the joints and on the edges. I'm one year in and everything still looks great.

[@patriots5628]

@@remodelyourrv I went and I bought the black gorilla tape I saw what you did so I think it was a video or something I saw it you taped around the vents and everything so I went and bought gorilla tape 2 inch and used it I think it'll be fine thank you for replying

[@remodelyourrv]

No problem. I think it will work out just fine for you.

[@VinnieChenzo]

How did you fix the bottom rot on the floor?

[@remodelyourrv]

I had to replace some smaller sections as well as some entire sheets.

[@chadaustin-nl5cl]

Whats the instrumental song you use in the background

[@jeffreylazu6692]

What type of wood did you use other then the 3/8 plywood? Did you buy allot of 2x4s and just cut down or also got some 2x2 wood etc. Thanks for the great videos I've been watching them all

[@remodelyourrv]

My decking was actually 1/4", believe it or not. I used 2x4's and some 2x2's as well.

[@jeffreylazu6692]

Thanks for the reply ! I'm starting my rv roof this weekend hopefully it isn't to bad under there

[@remodelyourrv]

Anytime. Good luck with your project and keep us posted of your progress.

[@cindylcarrasco8889]

I think you made a mistake not taking out the water damaged wood and just treating it. I speak from experience with a house that had mold up in the attic due to a bathroom vent which spread to the roof decking and the rafters. I had a mold specialist come and do an assessment and I learned a lot about mold. Bottom line I was told it needs to be completely removed or encapsulated. Spray treatments don’t do it. So $11,000.00 later it was taken care of. They encapsulated the rafter with a special paint and then replaced all the decking and all the drywall in the bathroom. And now I’m dealing with water damage in a 2006 Outback travel trailer. Waiting for the estimate to come in. Very informative video and your blessed you can do the work yourself. Wishing you all best with your trailer going forward. You did a great job.

[@jaidynmartin5565]

What did you end up doing with your travel trailer??

[@cindylcarrasco8889]

@@jaidynmartin5565 my son in law stripped the interior wall and replaced the damaged wood and then used the peel n stick wallpaper. It looked very nice and I sold it and was shocked what I got out of it. I also disclosed that there had been water damage. Was sad to see it go.