Does my RV’s toilet have a trap in it? While RV toilets are similar to the toilet in your home in many ways, they aren’t that similar when it comes to the flow of water. Your home toilet has a trap of water that creates a barrier, stopping dangerous and...
What can I use to clean my RV toilet? We presume the question is about the surfaces of the toilet, specifically the bowl. While you should never introduce bleach or other harsh cleaning chemicals into your waste system (they can break down soft rubber seals over...
What is causing odor problems in my black and grey tanks? Odor problems are usually caused by the build-up of sludge, waste, and decomposing matter that is still in your RV’s holding tanks. Get rid of the sludge and you get rid of the odor. The use of enzymes...
Should I leave water in my holding tanks when I am not using my RV? If you are leaving or storing your RV for a short period of time (a few days to a couple of weeks), then it is okay to leave water (not waste!) in your holding tanks. In fact, 3-5 gallons will help...
Everyone says that I should empty my black tank before my gray tank. Is this right? Ready for a revelation? No! Do not empty your black tank before your gray one(s). But here’s the catch: Open your gray tank pull just a little bit, allowing some of the...
How do you keep a black tank from smelling? Black (and gray, for that matter) tanks smell because they contain human and other types of waste in them. That waste has a tendency to smell bad from the start, but over time, it can break down further, causing even more...
