Make Your RV FRESHWATER TANK CLEAN And SAFE With This EASY HACK! You Might Think The Water is...

If you live in an RV full-time, are a snowbird, sunbird, or just RV as a weekend getaways, you probably rely on your freshwater tank for clean, potable water. The problem is, there might be stuff growing in there. RV tanks are dark and hot, and bacteria naturally grows inside. Your freshwater RV tank should be disinfected at least twice a year. It sounds like a big job, but it doesn't have to be!

Here's my hack for an EASY WAY to disinfect your freshwater tank.

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[kleenmary]

My rig is over 30 years old. I am afraid of using bleach because the fittings are already old. I use 4 bottles of hydrogen peroxide instead. Same disinfecting properties, no smell, no danger of destroying my fittings and not the end of the world if it does not all get flushed out . And cheap!

[joyphelps]

Don't know if this is pertinent, but Clorox also sells bleach flakes! I ordered them on Amazon during the pandemic, when bleach was impossible to procure.

[LadyPenelope]

Bleach tabs?? Who knew!!? Robin knew, that's who! Another brilliant hack! Huggssss

[jonisjourneys]

The first time I did this, I was afraid of doing it wrong, but it is actually pretty easy; I did drive around for about 1/2
hour and then let mine sit. Flushing out the bleach wasn’t bad either. I also have a Berkey, I got it from Berkey in the scratch and dent section, it’s 1 size up from the travel size, but it was cheaper, so I went for the bargain 😊

[stephenbeckers]

Thank You Robin!
We've been on the road for 6 months now, and have been dreading sanitizing our fresh water tank. You've really solved a huge problem for us! Looking forward to your next video, as our sensors are no longer reading properly. We boondock most of the time and we rely on our sensors as you know. Hoping all is okay with you and your rig, take care 🙂

[foodpornchef]

I love this you have so many amazing products you find that are compact. I get a lot of stuff you post and oh my im the hit of the RVrs. The pill paper towels are dust far the best hands down. Ppl are so amazed by it. Thank you soo much.

[Debbie_T_FL]

Thanks Robin - so much easier than carrying bleach around 😊

[playhooky]

I am glad you addressed this! This is something that I think about in the back of my mind; water that sits in any container for any length of time just seems prone to be icky to me. Just think of a dog bowl when a person just adds water to it over & over for several days. When you empty the bowl out, there is a layer of slimy stuff on it. I try to clean my dog's water bowl every 2 or 3 days at least. But it makes me think water tanks & rain water containment system's containers etc. must get slimy too. Ick. Thanks again!

[LStofer]

Robin, perfect timing. I'm going to pick up my RV tomorrow morning and was planning on putting baking soda in my tank (which someone told me to use). You do not risk damaging your seals. Now, I do not know if this will work or how baking soda cleans your tank, but I thought, it really couldn't hurt to try it. And the Berkey - at first, I was reluctant to get one simply because of the price. I finally broke down and got one. OMG, it is the best. Well worth the cost and since the filters will last for 8000 gallons, means replacing them, will not be an issue. Thank you, Robin, you have been a wonderful source of information for me, a great inspiration, and mentor (if you don't mind me saying). I really hope to get the chance to actually meet in person out there on the road. Best wishes.

[JanetAlexanderJewelry]

I love how informative your videos are! I've been living in my TT for two years full-time. I learned to do this technique and then repeat it with a mixture of vinegar. It neutralizes the chlorine and removes the smell. No need to let it sit just run the vinegar-water mixture through the system.

[rbo]

Robin, If it was my septic I would rotate using different natural un scented natural products like Vinegar, Baking soda, lemon juice and Hydrogen Peroxide....thanks for the video

[ThoseWhoGlampTogether]

We don’t drink the holding tank water, but would still like to keep it clean!

[tiffanyirlbeck]

I am subscribed and following on Facebook now. I'm starting solo full time RV next Spring 2021. Ive watched hours and hours of videos then came across your channel! you! It's SO informative and organized. I do have to admit its a little overwhelming on where to start. So I plan on watching a couple each day. :) I know there are things I will just have to learn as I go, but I wanted to say thanks for creating this content. There is so much content out there, its refreshing to find easy to follow videos. I'm extremely nervous for this next adventure but also very excited! Cheers to the RV life.

[WorrywartAdventures]

Very informative. We intend to buy an RV after the new year and are soaking up all the maintenance information. Thanks.

[DeEtte]

I was taught to never put bleach into a septic system, which is what most RV parks have. So if you dump the bleach water down the sewer system at a park you may be killing the septic system bacteria needed to break down the solid material. Better to drain when on gravel or driving down the road, which also allows the bleach water to splash around in your tank. Use a quarter cup of baking soda in the first tank to sweeten the tank.

[debbizill]

Thank you for the tip. Looking forward to next weeks. Happy travels

[patriciaburr]

Very insightful video this week. I love this. Thank you so much for sharing.

[authordebradickinson]

Getting ready to hit the road and will be boondocking so this is perfect timing. Thanks for tips Robin. I’ll start cleaning my freshwater tank today! KOKO!

[patriciagaroutte]

I was just going to do this and was looking for an easier way to do it thanks for the help. And I just got my berky and I love it. I thought my well water was good but it is even better with the berky, and my coffee is better!!