Guy Ashby - Caravan and Motorhome Servicing
Caravan and Motorhome Servicing and Repair
- Guy Ashby Caravan Services are based in Kent in the Southeast of England, and offer a full professional caravan servicing service.
- We are fully trained and certificated by the Mobile Caravan Engineers Association and offer our customers the option of site visits, home visits to carry out a comprehensive service of your caravan or motorhome. Based in South East Kent, we cover all areas in the South East, from Ramsgate, Dover, Folkestone & Hastings through to Brighton and Tunbridge Wells.
- Supply and fit and fit only of caravan motormovers
- We are a mobile Speedcoat authorised dealer and can offer a great new repair service for cracked, broken, new and existing shower trays.
- Caravan washing.
- We also buy and sell caravans.
Bodywork Exterior
- Check condition and security of body panels
- Check operation of door locks, catches and hinges and lubricate
- Check condition and security of all trims, inserts and sealants
- Check windows and seals for damage
- Check condition and security of grab handles
- Check security of body attachments (ladders, aerials, cycle racks etc)
Bodywork Interior
- Damp meter test
- Check floor for delamination
- Check operation of cupboard hinges, catches, locks and stays
- Check operation and condition of all window catches, stays and seals
- Check operation and security of all skylights
- Check operation of blinds and fly screens. Adjust if required
- Check fixed ventilation openings for free flow of air
Water Systems and Appliances
- Check operation and condition of water pump
- Check operation of pressure switch and adjust if required
- Check condition of water filter and housing (replace filter if required)
- Check operation of taps and shower fittings (including external taps if fitted)
- Check overall condition of fresh and waste water pipes and fittings
- Check toilet for operation and condition of seal, blade and flush
- Check drain plugs for seal and operation ( Drain down system in winter )
Gas Supply and Appliances
- Fridge not serviced unless requested
- Check regulator performance and carry out leak test
- Check condition and date of flexible hose
- Check condition and security of all pipe work
- Check condition of LPG sticker on locker and security of gas bottles
- Check gas dispersal holes for obstructions
- Check fridge ignition, FFD and cooling
- Check operation of cooker, hob and oven. Ignition, flame and FFD
- Check operation of space heater. Ignition, flame, FFD and CO room test
- Check operation of water heater. Ignition, flame, FFD and heating
- Check operation and condition of external gas point if fitted
Electrical Systems 240v
- Check condition of inlet plug and hook up cable (when available) Operation of RCD, MCB’s and earth bonding
- Check condition of wiring, sockets and fixed connections
- Check operation of battery charger
- Check mains operation of fridge
- Check mains operation of cooker and hob
- Check mains operation of water heater
- Check mains operation of space heater
Electrical Systems 12v
- Check condition of 12N and 12S plugs and cables
- Check condition and operation of road lights and reflectors
- Check condition of wiring, sockets and fuses
- Check functions of 12S system ( charging, fridge, lights etc)
- Check operation of battery charger
- Check condition of battery. Clean and lubricate terminals
- Check operation of all 12v lights including awning light - Check blown air system
Chassis and Running Gear
- Check coupling head and safety catch for wear and lubricate if required Check and clean pads on ball acting stabiliser
- Check condition and routing of breakaway cable and clip
- Check operation of overrun piston and lubricate
- Check operation of jockey wheel clean and lubricate
- Check operation of handbrake and lubricate
- Check brake rods, cables and supports
- Remove wheels and check tyres for wear, damage, age and pressure Remove brake drums check bearings, seals and linings.
- Clean and lubricate Replace drum with new split pin or one shot nut and torque as required
- Adjust brakes at drum and check free play in the linkage and at handbrake
- Replace road wheels and torque wheel nuts / bolts to manufacturers settings
- Check condition and security of chassis and attachment to body
- Check operation of suspension assemblies
- Check corner steadies operation and lubricate
- Check spare wheel carrier and folding step for operation and lubricate
Fire and Safety
- Check condition of security, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
- Check condition, type and expiry date of fire extinguisher
- Check condition and location of fire blanket
- Check operation, function and safety of DIY additions
Guy Ashby Caravan and Motorhome services
About Guy Ashby Caravan Services
- We provide a mobile or fixed caravan and motorhome service to all of Kent & East Sussex.
- With over 10 years of caravan maintenance experience, we have built up a very strong relationship with hundreds of satisfied customers who contact us for all types of reasons. Guy's Mobile Caravan Servicing and Repairs is only a phone call away and we are more than happy to talk to you about any caravan maintenance problems you are experiencing.
- At Guy Ashby Caravan Services we have a wealth of experience in the caravan service and repair industry.
- We have extensive knowledge of the trade and provide a broad range of services.
- We are a small family run business and are situated in Southeast Kent.
- We provide year around servicing and repairs for caravans, motorhome habitation checks and general maintenance.
- All our services are provided at a competitive price.
Guy Ashby Speedcoat Authorised Dealer
- Guy Ashby Caravan Services are a mobile Speedcoat authorised dealer and can offer a great new repair service for cracked, broken, new and existing shower trays. We will come to you, and the repair can be done in site.
- No need to remove the tray to repair.
- Speedcoat shower trays come in a variety of colours.
- Not Only Caravan Shower Tray, We Can Repair Motorhome / Static Caravan Trays.
Guy Ashby Caravan Services - About MCEA
MCEA - MOBILE CARAVAN ENGINEERS ASSOCIATION
- MCEA is the UK’s largest network of independent service engineers and have been established since 2005. As an independent businesses member, we work hard to deliver quality service at a competitive price. Added to this is the convenience of mobile servicing & repairs at your home, storage site or pitch.
