RV plumbing takes a beating from vibration on the road, freeze-thaw cycles, and fittings that were never built to last as long as the rest of the rig. Tristan's Mobile RV Repair handles everything from a dripping fitting under the sink to a water heater that won't ignite, working through the fresh water, gray water, and black water systems to find what's actually gone wrong.
A lot of RV plumbing problems hide behind cabinetry or under the floor, so a leak you notice as a damp cabinet floor or a musty smell might actually be coming from a fitting several feet away. Tristan traces the water back to its source instead of just patching the spot where it shows up.
Signs you need plumbing repair
- Water pooling under the sink, shower, or toilet
- Low or inconsistent water pressure throughout the rig
- Water heater won't ignite or doesn't heat consistently
- Toilet won't hold water or the black tank valve leaks
- Gray or black tank won't drain fully or backs up
- Water pump runs constantly or cycles on and off with no faucet open
- Musty smell or soft cabinet floor near plumbing lines
What Tristan does
Tracing and repairing leaks
Tristan pressurizes and inspects the fresh water system to find leaking fittings, cracked PEX lines, or failed connections, then repairs or replaces the affected sections rather than just tightening a fitting and hoping it holds.
Water heater diagnosis and repair
Whether it's a gas ignition problem, a bad thermostat, or a failed heating element on an electric unit, Tristan diagnoses the actual cause of water heater trouble and repairs or replaces the failed component.
Tank, valve, and pump service
Sluggish gray or black tank drainage, stuck dump valves, and water pumps that won't build or hold pressure are all diagnosed and repaired, including flushing and clearing blockages where needed.
Fixture and toilet repair
Faucets, shower valves, and RV toilets get replaced or rebuilt as needed, with attention to making sure seals and connections are properly seated so the fix holds up under road vibration.
Why mobile beats hauling it to a dealer
Plumbing problems often aren't obvious until you're already using the RV, whether that's a slow drain you notice mid-trip or a water heater that won't fire on the first cold morning at a Blue Ridge campsite. Tristan can come to wherever the rig is parked and get the system working again without you needing to find a way to move it.
Working on site also means Tristan can run water through the system under real conditions, filling tanks and running fixtures, to confirm a repair actually solved the problem rather than just testing it in isolation.
Relevant training
- Certificate in all-around RV repair
Questions we get asked
- Why does my water pressure drop when I run more than one faucet?
- That can point to a partially clogged line, a failing pump, or an undersized fitting somewhere in the system. Tristan checks pressure at multiple points to narrow down where the restriction is.
- My water heater clicks but won't light. What's going on?
- That's usually an ignition or gas supply issue rather than the heating element itself. Tristan checks the igniter, thermocouple, and gas line before replacing any parts.
- Can you fix a leak without tearing out my cabinets?
- In most cases, yes, since plumbing access panels and cabinet backs are usually removable without permanent damage. Tristan works through existing access points whenever possible.
- Do you work on both gas and electric water heaters?
- Yes, including dual-fuel units, and Tristan diagnoses each side of the system independently since a gas-side and electric-side failure can look similar from the outside.
Areas we serve for this service
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