An RV is a big investment, so it pays to have the proper insurance coverage. In addition to having your insurance with you at all times during your travels, you should also have up-to-date photos of your RV’s interior and exterior on hand. Here’s why photos are important, as well as some photo taking tips.

 

  1. Pictures give you a record of your RV’s appearance and premiums before there’s a problem. As part of being prepared, take photos of your RV to serve as a record to compare to at a future date. Photograph
    Photograph your electronics, especially after-market purchases.

    Photograph your electronics, especially after-market purchases.

    slide-outs, interior treatments, awnings, electronic systems, appliances, the engine, and any additional bells and whistles. That way you’ll have a detailed record – just in case something happens down the line. Some quick photo taking tips:

  • Take photos during the day when there is plenty of natural sunlight for the best quality. Check your camera’s settings, too, and make adjustments if needed.
  • Take photos of your RV when it’s set up for camp as well as when it’s closed up for storage.
  • Take distant shots to see the RV in its entirety, from all sides, and detailed shots of attached accessories.

 

 

  1. Pictures help you keep track of upgrades and improvements. Any significant changes or additions you’ve done to your RV could impact the value of the RV in the event you decide to sell. Unfortunately, RVs tend to lose value quickly no matter what you do – whether to a private buyer or a dealer – but everything and anything counts toward increasing the value. Some examples of improvements and premiums to record (take before and after pictures when appropriate):