The Truth About RV Heated Hoses! Get One That Works.

Today I wanted to share our experience with Heated Hoses for Rving. Having a working heated hose to have fresh water when it's freezing outside can make RVing so much more enjoyable. We have used multiple Heated hoses and DIY Options. This video is what has and hasn't worked for us.

Camco 25’ $109.
Insulation. Cheaper to get at local Hardware Store. I use 3/4 and 1"

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[mikedidier]

I prefer to fill the tank and use the pump. (Keep a spare pump on hand). If the source freezes, a heated hose doesn't solve that problem. I do like the idea of putting the pressure regulator in the heated area of the trailer if you go with the heated hose option for a longer stay. Bonus tip: remove your external Valterra sewer valve. In freezing conditions, that will freeze first.

[stacyhazelwood]

I made a DYI model 2 years ago and it performs great. I have not seen a park that doesn't allow it, but it is good to know that there are some that will not. I use one of the styrofoam freeze caps at the camper. It has a hole in the bottom for the hose to go thru and I have a loop of the heat line inside the cap. It really works well. Good video!!

[dhillman]

Have to insulate your low point drains too. They will cause an ice blockage in line to tank or faucets.

[tjbristle]

Great video. Do any of you still keep the water on a slow drip in really cold temps to reduce risk of freezing at the weak points like connections?

[allisgood]

I made my heated hose using a Frost heated cable and garden hose pushed through a discharge or backwash hose. It looks identical to Camco's except I used shrink tubing on the ends. I would not trade mine for any commercial heated hose.

[SumKnight-iwrw]

I liked the first option but wish you had shown how it connects. Does it need ele? I have an extra outlet at my hookup.

[Hlpusnall]

Camco Hose froze the 1st night temp went to single digits. I paid $120 w tax. It was also very prone to leaking if not in the perfect position on the RV. Hose is 2 months old but never had real cold. Last night the hose had no heat whatsoever but the light was still on at the plug. I hope Camco will honor the warranty but still without running water now for some days.

[josephgermain]

Well as Florida is a finite size, we all can't just go there in the winter =P

[rickie]

Thanks for the video very well done Thank you, as of today 05/22/25 on Amazon the Pirit heated hose is $143.66, for a 25 foot hose, the problem is the reviews are horrible, maybe you just got a good one ??

[jonathanskeele]

Do i really need to worry about my lines freezing if temp only hits 31-32 for a couple of hours in the early mornings?

[dawndixon]

Mine is frozen rn! It’s supposed to be new

[Rick-ivnw]

Jared, if you don't know how to pronounce the manufacturer's name, then either don't try, or find out how before you do your video. Not knowing how to pronounce the name of your number 1 pick takes credibility from you.