Pre-Trip Readiness
Know your RV is ready before you leave the driveway.
A full systems check — Engine oil change, heater, water heater, battery, plumbing, and more — so the first problem you find isn't 200 miles from home.
What's included
A thorough check of everything that matters.
Sea Change RV goes through your rig top to bottom — not a quick walk-around, but a real inspection and test of every system. If something's off, you'll know before the trip, not during it.
- Oil change
- Air filter inspection
- Fluid levels — coolant, brake, power steering
- Belt and hose visual check
- Heater fire-up and function test
- Water heater fire-up and function test
- Air conditioning test
- Refrigerator test
- Battery condition and charge level
- Shore power and charging systems
- 12V and 120V system check
- Interior and exterior lights
- Water pump test
- Fresh water system pressure check
- Visible leak inspection
- Start-up and load test (included)
- Oil change (extra fee)
- Air filter replacement (extra fee)
- Smoke and CO detector test
- Propane system check
- Tire pressure check and inflation
- Tire condition visual inspection
- Slide-out operation
- Roof and seal visual inspection
Pricing
Straightforward pricing. No surprises.
Final price depends on your RV's systems. Add-on services are listed below.
Includes vehicle oil change, chassis inspection, and full living systems check. Generator oil change not included — available as an add-on.
Up to 6 qts of oil included. Additional quarts extra.
Full living systems check — no vehicle oil change required. Generator oil change available as an add-on if needed.
Why it matters
Most RV problems show up on the first night of a trip.
The heater that hasn't run since last winter. The water pump that's been sitting dry. The battery that's been on shore power for six months and has quietly given up. These things are easy to catch at home — and expensive to deal with at a campsite three hours away.
A pre-trip check is the one hour that protects the whole weekend. It's not about finding something wrong — it's about knowing nothing is.
Common questions
Pre-trip inspection FAQ.
How long does the pre-trip inspection take?
Most visits take 1.5–2 hours depending on your RV type and whether any issues come up. Motorhomes take slightly longer due to the vehicle oil change. We come to your location so you're not waiting at a shop.
Do you come to where my RV is parked?
Yes — Sea Change RV is a mobile service. We come to your home, storage yard, campsite, or wherever your RV is kept throughout North County San Diego.
What if you find something wrong during the inspection?
We'll tell you exactly what we found, what it means, and what your options are — no pressure. If it's something we can fix on the spot, we'll let you know the cost before doing anything. Some items may require a separate service visit or parts order.
Is the pre-trip check worth it for a newer RV?
Yes, especially if the RV has been sitting for a few months or more. Batteries lose charge, water pumps go bad, and heaters that haven't run since last season may need some love. Even new systems benefit from a check before a trip. In fact, the newest RV's often have the most issues until all the kinks from the manufacturer are worked out!
Do you inspect travel trailers and fifth wheels, or just motorhomes?
Both. The pre-trip check covers all RV types — Class A, B, and C motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels, and toy haulers. Trailers start at $125 since there's no vehicle oil change required.
Can I combine the pre-trip check with other repairs?
Absolutely. If you have a list of things you've been putting off — a solar upgrade, an electrical issue, a slide-out that's been acting up — we can address multiple items during the same visit. Just mention it when you book.
Book a visit
Ready to get your rig checked?
Tell us a little about your RV and when you need it done. Jesse will follow up to confirm the visit and answer any questions.
Starting at $175 for motorhomes · $125 for trailers.
We come to your location anywhere in North County San Diego.
While we're there
Need anything else taken care of?
Sea Change RV also handles electrical repairs, solar installations, lithium battery upgrades, AC repair, plumbing, slide-outs, and more. If you've been putting something off, the pre-trip visit is a good time to knock it out.
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Get your rig checked before your next trip.
Starting at $175 for motorhomes. Serving North County San Diego — we come to you.