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why dont they allow you to fit one in storage ???

Wouldn't use one I am afraid as covers cause condensation between the cover and the caravan which in turn can lead to areas of dampness.

My caravan was designed to be outside all year round so thats how it will be. You wouldn't put a cover on your car you would leave it open to the elements and then wash it... so the caravan will get washed at the end of February. 

I have wanted to buy a Protec tailored cover for the last couple of winters, to save me washing it during the period when not using it. I would only cover it from end November to end of January maximum as like to use the van as late as possible.

Problem is like some others, I am concerned with moisture sitting between cover and caravan when it gets wet and causing possible condensation inside the van. Some have indicated that it will take longer for water to penetrate a leaky seal. but we keep the van serviced regulary every year in the Spring with full damp check reports, if a problem was found at the service (if not spotted earlier) it would be sorted.

I am fortunate that I can keep the van on our drive, so if we get a nice weekend in November, December and January I will give it a wash at least a couple of times during this period.

Maybe I am lucky, but I have kept my caravans on my drive for the last 10 years uncovered, just washing them a couple of times during the November - January Period (when there is no ice or freezing temperature forecast) , keeping them serviced /damp checked by my dealer every year and (touch wood) in 10 years over 3 vans never had an issue of damp anywhere at any time.

One thing I do however, is when we have had a heavy snowfall and seen a foot or more sometimes of snow on top of the van, I have gone out with a broom and set of steps and pushed the snow off, not right down to the roof or roof lights in case of scratching it, but leaving an inch or so. This keeps the weight of snow off and should avoid putting pressure on the roof and seams for days whilst thawing .

Bear in mind you may get the looks though from neighbours LOL, I was out with steps clearing my roof of the heavy snow WHILST it was snowing heavily in the last snowfall at 10.00 pm at night because it was already about a foot deep. (yes I am mad LOL) flipside I have never had leaks, damp or otherwise....and the van is out all year with no cover in all weathers.