If something was wrong with your RV’s roof, or something that was on your RV’s roof or attached to it, how willing would you be to get up there yourself?
Would you hop right up there, no hesitation at all? Would you only do it if it were really important? Would you try your best to avoid it? Would you never, not ever, get up on your RV’s roof?
After you vote, please leave a comment and explain your answer. If you would get up on your roof is it because you trust that it’s strong and sturdy enough to hold you? If you wouldn’t get up there, is it because you don’t trust that it’s strong and sturdy enough to hold you? Or are you just really terrified of heights?
Spouse doesn’t want me on the roof. The sudden stop when you slip and fall is a killer.
I just don’t like heights. I will put the ladder by the 5er and view but to get up there I sent my older son to check everything. nice having a construction contractor in the family. And it’s not the fall that hurts it’s the sudden stop.
Having had a knee replacement, two hip replacements, two rotator cuff surgeries, herniated disc surgery and an oversized mid section, it’s best I stay off the roof.
I’m on my roof every time the trailer moves. In the last five years I have found three small cuts from tree branches that I was able to repair immediately before any other damage happened.
Got a new 5th wheel last year. The ladder is easy to climb. I hated our older camper going from a ladder to the roof. My wife had no issue with that one.
As I have aged and experienced a few medical issues, my time on the roof is very limited. In the past, I could climb right up there, walk around and take care of issues. The last time that I got up there, it was a chore making the transition from the ladder to the roof, I stayed on my hands and knees the whole time and when I finished my project, I found that getting down was going to be an issue (lack of strength to transition back to the ladder), luckily my wife came outside at that time. She assisted me in making the transition, then let me know how she felt about my actions. Unless I can build up some lost strength, I am done with the roof.
No problem, but because of my petite build, I have to drag out the foldable (300 lb rated) ladder!
I was just up there 2 days ago troubleshooting an air conditioner problem. I am also up there frequently to clean the solar panels, clean the roof, and check sealants.
Don’t like inspecting or repairing your RV roof? Then take your coach to an RV repair joint…they will be glad to take your money.
Be super careful! A few months ago our volunteer fire department responded to a guy who fell off the top of his trailer and landed head first. Surgeries and months of rehab learning to walk again, still isn’t back home.
No problem being on the roof, but use my sloped telescoping ladder rather than the vertical ladder attached to many rigs. It is a safer trip up and down.
I used to get on the roof for inspecting it, and for minor repairs such as replacing roof vent covers. Now, at 74 yo and almost 300 pounds, I’ve decided that it’s time for others to do rooftop things that I can’t reach from using a ladder along the side.
I have no problem. Just took the cover off last week. I also wash the roof twice a season.
I use an extendable ladder though. Trailer ladder is for emergency use only.
Biggest thing to remember is to look where your feet are going, not where you want to go. Look down, not out.
I’m 75 and still in basically good health.
Should have had a choice stating that “I’m too old to be climbing up on the roof” LOL!
20 years ago a friend told me that 55 wasn’t just a speed limit it was an age limit for ladders. I get on our motor home roof when necessary but not my favorite thing to do. Basically not fond of heights.
I used to get on the roof when necessary, but now (after double knee replacement, back problems, and a friend my age being seriously injured falling off the ladder leaned against his RV roof) I pay someone else to take the risk.
Don’t have the right kind of ladder and don’t feel like buying a third ladder
I have a molded fiberglass trailer- I doubt the roof is strong enough to hold an adult, plus Snoozy doesn’t have ANYTHING coming thru the roof- no rooftop a/c or anything like that. The AC is on the trailer back. One of the reasons why I picked Snoozy among many other good reasons
Way too risky. 1 bad move and I’m done. Leave it to the hired help.
Never ever not ever. I use a GoPro on a long selfie stick to do roof inspections and take it to an RV repair place for routine roof maintenance. I know of a few RVers who fell off their roofs and I don’t want to be in that group.
Way too dangerous a proposition, I send the wife up twice a year…..
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I’d just about pay to hear that conversation! HA! Thanks for laugh of the day Cancelproof!
I work at heights so it’s not a problem.
I do wish for a safety anchor point or 2.
My MH was made back in 1977. I think that roof could support a small car.
1988 here, she is a tough ‘ol Broad.
I have never had a problem getting on the roof, although my balance isn’t very good and I am very careful My current motorhome does not have an installed ladder and the sides have awnings or raised facias so getting onto the roof from a ladder is a little awkward, so I now require an assistant (DW) to hold the ladder and provide a soft spot to land on.
Hi, Bill. I hope your DW is quick on her feet so in case she sees you coming, she can get out of the way and not get squished.😅 Have a great day. 😀 –Diane at RVtravel.com
I have the advantage of having a RV barn with scaffolding so getting onto my RV roof is relatively easy. My issue isn’t fear but being 70+ years old and having suffered a back injury keeps me off ladders unless an emergency. I carry a 16 ft telescoping ladder in the RV just in case but also carry a pole saw if I need to trim low hanging branches.
I won’t. But, my husband does when necessary. I am heavy enough I worry I’d damage it.
I have so much stuff attached to the roof of my Class B there wouldn’t be room if I did try.
We have an RPod 178. About 95% of the flat part of the roof is occupied by the AC, vent and tv antenna. So I only get up there if it’s absolutely necessary. It’s not the height, it’s the room. I climb on my house roof all the time.
Thank you, RV Travel! 🙂 DW does our high-wire acts. Rv #1 had a roof ladder and I managed to climb to the roof, but did not actually get on it. RV #2 has no ladder, so I bought a 15.5′ (16?) extension ladder. Getting on the roof is intimidating; can’t step on the front cap, the sides have raised rails and the back has a spoiler. 🤔😯 If we had a lift similar to our local RV service shop (e.g., https://www.unitedrentals.com/marketplace/equipment/aerial-work-platforms/scissor-lifts/10-13-ft-scissor-lift-electric-narrow), then I would be more willing to get on the roof. Safe travels! 🙂
I’m on my roof several times a year. I hand wash all 43′ of it at least two times annually while doing a thorough sealant inspection.
I have a problem getting in and doing work on the roof of RV. As soon as fully recovered from knee replacement surgery I’ll likely be up there again this summer as required.
I’m willing (sometimes the body isn’t) and able to get on the roof. Need the right shoes and avoid it when wet. Spring and fall inspections. Last summer I did one in the middle of the summer because of the cottonwood. What a mess!
Can not count the times that I’ve been on the roof, from A/C maintenance to seal inspections. While I have very good balance, I do not take safety for granted.
I am not my dad who always said, “I can’t fall. There’s nothing to stop me”.D
Wife sold my ladders years ago when I went to the hardware store. She didn’t want me to look down on anyone.
Being 6’2″ most of my life (until old age and gravity took their toll🙄), I looked down on a lot of people–but just physically, never otherwise.🤔😅 Now I’m only 6′ tall, which feels very short, especially when I’m standing next to my two 6’8″ sons! Have a good night, Kelly. 😀 –Diane
As recently as a few years ago, no problem, I was up there as required. But I’m 80 now so I hire it done
No problem getting up and doing a Dos-E-Doe, it’s getting back down that is an issue with my old-er body.