Further advice on letting out your caravan

Cleaning

We advise that your caravan should be cleaned after each let to ensure a high standard of cleanliness, please do not reply on all holiday makers to leave the caravan as we would like it. While you find most people do clean up there are also those that don’t.

If you can’t get down to the caravan after each let then there are many caravan cleaners in the area. Please visit www.caravan-owners-directory.co.uk for details on caravan services.

Should I allow pets?

This is a personal choice, you may consider allowing small pets such has Yorkshire Terriers, Chihuahuas or other small dogs these are less likely to cause much damage or shed much hair.

The negative side to allowing pets is you don’t want your caravan smelling doggy and full of dog hairs, Extra Cleaning!!

Smoking

This is a personal choice, If you decide not to allow smoking then it is advised to provide ashtrays outside the caravan as this saves cigarette ends being thrown around the caravan.

Gas bottles

It is advised that you provide 2 gas bottle when renting out your caravan, 1 which is being used and the other as a spare just in case the bottle runs out... There is nothing more annoying for the holiday maker for them to have to buy a gas bottle and then claiming the money back from the caravan owner.

It is advised if you provide a spare bottle of gas that you leave full instructions on how to change it, what may be a simple tasks for many people some do struggle. Don’t forget to leave a spanner. If the gas regulator is not fitted correctly to the bottle the gas can leak through the regulator not only is this dangerous it also wastes gas and cost you more money!

If you would rather spare your guests the hassle of changing the gas you can buy a Double Change Over Value These can be supplied by AJH Gas Service for £120 fitted you can contact them on 01754 762837  or 07786 000 961

What is a change over valve?

Basically a change over valve is regulators that is fitted to 2 gas bottles, when one gas bottle runs out it automatically switches over to the 2nd gas bottle for a continuous supply of gas. These are ideal if the gas runs out in the middle of the night or while you are cooking.

These may seem a little expensive to buy but so is a bottle of gas should it be fitted incorrectly.

Insurance

All caravans are required to have insurance, If you are letting out your caravan you must inform your insurers as there are various types of caravan insurance and not all cover for letting out your caravan.

Caravan Maintenance

It is advised to keep your caravan in a good state of repair when letting it out, the last thing the holiday maker wants to find on arrival is a shabby caravan this causes complaints and refunds... If you require any maintenance on you caravan and you are unable to do it yourself, your caravan site may offer maintenance service or visit www.caravan-owners-directory.co.uk  for a directory of caravan services.

Gas Check

All caravans are required by law to have an annual gas safety check. There are many gas fitters in the Skegness area so finding one should not be a problem, the site that your caravan is on may have their own gas fitter or may recommend one, or AJH Gas Services charge £30 you can contact them on 01754 762837  or 07786 000 961

Drain Down / Reconnection

It is advised that all caravans are drained of water at the end of each season, it is worth paying a plumber to do this rather than yourself as if it is not drained properly this can cause major problems and expense, also the plumber who drains it are then responsible for any damage occurred.

Your site may offer the drain down service or AJH Gas Services can drain down at the end of the season and reconnect at the beginning of the season for £30 call them on 01754 762837 or 07786 000 961

PAT Testing

It is advised that your electrical items be PAT tested, there are many electricians in the area offering this service, your caravan site may offer this or may recommend a company, or why not visit www.caravan-owners-directory.co.uk

Smoke Alarms / Carbon Monoxide Detectors / Fire Extinguishers

It is advised that you provide smoke alarms throughout your caravan to ensure safety, as we are all aware caravans do often catch fire.

It is also advised that a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher are fitted to ensure safety.

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