What precautions should I take to avoid breakdowns or any liability?
Van Service
Owners are required to have a roadworthy vehicle at all times so make sure your van has been fully serviced prior to your first hire of the season. Depending on how popular your van is, you may need to get it serviced more than once each season. Ideally, vans should be serviced every 5,000 miles or at the 50,000 miles mark. This will reduce the chances of breakdowns and accidents.
Gas Safety
If you are renting out your van (for drive or static hire), you must provide us with your Gas Safety Record showing annual tests have been completed. It is imperative that this is kept up to date in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations. In the event of a fault or problem, if the gas system is faulty and has not been checked or maintained, you will be found negligent and held liable for any damage or incident. You can find more information and a list of gas safety registered engineers here.
MOT
Check the due date on your next MOT and book it in. All vans must have an up-to-date MOT. All advisories on the MOT must be addressed and resolved prior to any rental. Failing to action them will void your insurance through Camplify and owners will be responsible for the claim.
Habitation Check
We strongly encourage you to have an up-to-date habitation check for your van. This is a detailed examination of your van and usually covers dangers such as fire risk, ventilation and gas systems as well as problem areas like damp, water systems, electrical systems and bodywork.
Your local caravan or motorhome dealer service centre may be able to carry out this work for you or you could search for a registered mobile servicer to carry out the test at your location.
Camplify Tools
Camplify has created a detailed course for our owners with a comprehensive overview of what is involved in Damages and how to avoid them, as well as our Claims and Resolutions process. Other tools and guides can be found linked to the course.
We have also put together some additional resources to support you in understanding more in depth about specific topics. Please take some time to read them.
Van Maintenance / Habitation Check / Guidance for keeping the van safe during each booking
If you would like more information please get in touch at support@camplify.co.uk.