Welcome to RVTrouble.com — your go-to resource for simple, clear, and reliable RV troubleshooting advice.
My name is Dan Harvickson, and I created this site to help RV owners fix the most common (and most frustrating) issues without stress. After decades working hands-on in technical service fields — from complex electrical systems to water and heating equipment — I transitioned into RV repair, where I quickly realized something important:
Most RV problems are fixable… if someone explains them in a way that actually makes sense.
That’s why this website exists.
Why RVTrouble.com?
If you’ve ever tried to solve an RV issue using YouTube videos, half-complete forum threads, or manuals written in another language (or at least it feels like it)… you know how overwhelming it can be.
My goal here is to cut through the confusion and give you:
- Clear troubleshooting steps
- Plain-language explanations
- Real-world solutions based on technician experience
- Honest advice on what you can fix yourself — and when you really shouldn’t
Whether your RV won’t start, your water pump is acting up, or you’re dealing with electrical issues, RVTrouble.com is built to help you get back on the road quickly and safely.
My Background
I’ve spent my entire adult life in technical, hands-on repair work — starting in water systems, heating equipment, electrical troubleshooting, and mechanical diagnostics, mostly working with pools and spas, long before I serviced RVs. That experience became a perfect foundation when I began working as an RV technician, because RVs combine all of those systems into one rolling home.
I’ve worked on:
- Travel trailers
- Fifth wheels
- Class A, B, and C motorhomes
- Campers and toy haulers
- Off-grid and solar setups
And the same problems keep showing up over and over… so this site helps you solve them with confidence.
What You’ll Find on This Website
RVTrouble.com focuses on the issues that most RV owners deal with at some point:
- Electrical system failures
- Battery and charging problems
- Inverter & converter issues
- Low water pressure
- Water pump problems
- Water heater not lighting
- Furnace troubleshooting
- Plumbing leaks
- Appliance failures
- Error codes explained in plain English
Every article is written to be:
- Beginner-friendly
- Step-by-step
- Accurate to real technician experience
- Focused on safety and cost-saving
A Promise to My Readers
I’m not here to overwhelm you with technical jargon or push unnecessary repairs. My goal is simple:
Help you fix your RV quickly, safely, and affordably — with information you can trust.
As the site grows, I’ll be adding more troubleshooting guides, product recommendations, checklists, and downloadable resources.
If you ever have an issue you want covered, feel free to reach out — many guides here start with a real question from an RV owner just like you.
Thanks for being here,
Dan Harvickson
Founder, RVTrouble.com