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Pre-Purchase RV Inspection near you

A pre-purchase inspection is the cheapest part of buying an RV, and the one most people skip. In the United States, 244 inspectors offer this service, with an average rating of 4.6 from buyers who have been through it. I have paid for two inspections and walked away from one rig because of what the report found. Here is what to expect and how to choose.

Discover Pre-purchase RV Inspection in the US

142Inspectors listed
4.6★Average Google rating
67Check for moisture

Top-rated inspectors

ACE RV in Surprise, AZ

ACE RV

Surprise, AZ ★ 5.0 (153 Google reviews)

Mobile RV inspections and repair in Surprise, AZ. 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, praised for thoroughness.

CertifiedMobilePre-purchase Written report with photosRoof inspection
By The Bay RV | Mobile RV Repair & Inspections in Bradenton, FL

By The Bay RV | Mobile RV Repair & Inspections

Bradenton, FL ★ 5.0 (97 Google reviews)

Mobile RV repair and inspections based in Bradenton, serving Manatee and Sarasota counties.

CertifiedMobilePre-purchase Written report with photosRoof inspectionTravels long distance
Reynolds Mobile RV Service LLC in Marengo, IA

Reynolds Mobile RV Service LLC

Marengo, IA ★ 4.9 (222 Google reviews)

Mobile RV repair and pre-purchase inspections serving the Iowa Corridor, rated 4.9 from 222 Google reviews.

MobilePre-purchase Roof inspectionMoisture and water damageChassis and engine
Jefes RV Service in Commerce City, CO

Jefes RV Service

Commerce City, CO ★ 4.9 (190 Google reviews)

Commerce City RV shop with a 4.9 rating from 190 reviews, offering pre-purchase inspections and mobile service.

MobilePre-purchase Roof inspectionTravels long distance
Faithful RV in Lenexa, KS

Faithful RV

Lenexa, KS ★ 4.9 (114 Google reviews)

Mobile RV inspection and repair in Lenexa with 4.9 stars from 114 reviews, praised for honest work and fair pricing.

CertifiedMobilePre-purchase Roof inspectionTravels long distance
Cavalry Mobile Services LLC in Maysville, OK

Cavalry Mobile Services LLC

Maysville, OK ★ 5.0 (51 Google reviews)

Mobile RV repair and inspection in Maysville, OK. Rated 5.0 from 51 reviews for fast, fair service.

MobilePre-purchase Roof inspectionTravels long distance
Happy Kamper RV Service LLC in Sparks, NV

Happy Kamper RV Service LLC

Sparks, NV ★ 4.9 (104 Google reviews)

NRVIA-certified mobile RV inspector in Sparks, NV, rated 4.9 stars for thorough inspections and clear explanations.

CertifiedPre-purchase Chassis and engineTravels long distance
Blue Line RV Service LLC in Lutz, FL

Blue Line RV Service LLC

Lutz, FL ★ 5.0 (49 Google reviews)

Mobile RV inspections in Lutz, FL with a 5.0 rating from 49 Google reviews.

CertifiedMobilePre-purchase Written report with photosRoof inspectionMoisture and water damage
RV Smart Inspections in Louisville, KY

RV Smart Inspections

Louisville, KY ★ 4.9 (85 Google reviews)

NRVIA-certified pre-purchase RV inspections in Louisville, serving KY, IN and OH, with detailed photo reports.

CertifiedPre-purchase Written report with photosRoof inspectionGenerator check
Florida RV Inspections & Repairs in Clearwater, FL

Florida RV Inspections & Repairs

Clearwater, FL ★ 5.0 (43 Google reviews)

NRVIA-certified mobile RV inspections in Clearwater with a 5.0 rating from 43 reviews.

CertifiedMobilePre-purchase Written report with photosRoof inspectionChassis and engine
On the Go RV Pros - RV Inspection & Repair in Port St. Lucie, FL

On the Go RV Pros - RV Inspection & Repair

Port St. Lucie, FL ★ 4.9 (79 Google reviews)

NRVIA certified mobile RV inspections in Port St. Lucie, FL, with a 4.9-star rating from 79 reviews.

CertifiedMobilePre-purchase Written report with photosRoof inspectionGenerator check
The Car Friend in Portland, OR

The Car Friend

Portland, OR ★ 4.9 (68 Google reviews)

Mobile pre-purchase RV and vehicle inspections in Portland, OR, with a 4.9 rating from 68 Google reviews.

MobilePre-purchase Written report with photosChassis and engine
Progress RV in Belle Fourche, SD

Progress RV

Belle Fourche, SD ★ 4.9 (65 Google reviews)

Belle Fourche RV shop with a 4.9 rating from 65 reviews, known for pre-purchase inspections and electrical work.

Pre-purchase Roof inspectionMoisture and water damageGenerator check
Mobile RV Repair Tech 2 You in La Verne, CA

Mobile RV Repair Tech 2 You

La Verne, CA ★ 4.9 (65 Google reviews)

Mobile RV inspector in La Verne, CA, rated 4.9 stars for pre-purchase inspections and repairs.

Pre-purchase Roof inspectionGenerator checkTravels long distance
Bud's Total RV Care LLC in Lavon, TX

Bud's Total RV Care LLC

Lavon, TX ★ 5.0 (37 Google reviews)

Veteran-owned mobile RV repair and inspection service in Lavon, TX, rated 5.0 stars across 37 Google reviews.

CertifiedMobilePre-purchase Roof inspectionGenerator checkChassis and engine
Triad RV Repair LLC in Lexington, NC

Triad RV Repair LLC

Lexington, NC ★ 4.8 (203 Google reviews)

Triad RV Repair in Lexington, NC offers independent pre-purchase inspections and repair services with a 4.8-star rating.

Pre-purchase Roof inspectionMoisture and water damageGenerator check
RV Trek Inspections and Repairs in Johns Creek, GA

RV Trek Inspections and Repairs

Johns Creek, GA ★ 5.0 (36 Google reviews)

Veteran-owned RV inspector in Johns Creek with a 5.0 rating from 36 reviews, praised for thorough pre-purchase inspections and clear reports.

CertifiedPre-purchase Written report with photos
Road Warriors RV Services in Midlothian, VA

Road Warriors RV Services

Midlothian, VA ★ 5.0 (34 Google reviews)

Mobile RV inspections in Midlothian with a 5.0 rating from 34 reviews, known for thorough reports.

Pre-purchase Written report with photosRoof inspection
The RV Tech in Martinsville, IN

The RV Tech

Martinsville, IN ★ 4.8 (159 Google reviews)

Certified RV inspector and technician in Martinsville with a 4.8 rating from 159 reviews.

CertifiedPre-purchase Written report with photosRoof inspectionGenerator check
Platinum Coach & RV in Fort Myers, FL

Platinum Coach & RV

Fort Myers, FL ★ 4.8 (149 Google reviews)

Mobile RV repair and inspection shop in Fort Myers with a 4.8 rating from 149 Google reviews.

CertifiedMobilePre-purchase Roof inspectionMoisture and water damageGenerator check
I Know A Guy Mobile RV Repair and Inspections in Billings, MT

I Know A Guy Mobile RV Repair and Inspections

Billings, MT ★ 4.9 (54 Google reviews)

Mobile RV inspector in Billings, MT, rated 4.9 stars, covering pre-purchase checks and repairs within 250 miles.

CertifiedMobilePre-purchase Roof inspectionGenerator check
Tys RV Repair in Calhan, CO

Tys RV Repair

Calhan, CO ★ 5.0 (30 Google reviews)

Mobile RV repair in Calhan with a 5.0 rating from 30 reviews, praised for electrical work and punctuality.

MobilePre-purchase Roof inspectionGenerator checkChassis and engine
TJs RV in Concord, NC

TJs RV

Concord, NC ★ 4.8 (112 Google reviews)

Family-run Concord RV shop with 4.8 stars from 112 reviews, known for honest repair work and NRVIA mobile pre-purchase inspections.

CertifiedMobilePre-purchase Roof inspectionMoisture and water damageGenerator check
Hanks RV Repair & Inspection Services in Yuma, AZ

Hanks RV Repair & Inspection Services

Yuma, AZ ★ 4.9 (46 Google reviews)

Independent RV and park model inspections in Yuma from a veteran-owned shop with 46 Google reviews at 4.9 stars.

CertifiedPre-purchase Written report with photosRoof inspectionChassis and engine

What a good pre-purchase inspection covers

A proper inspection goes beyond a walkaround. The inspector should check the roof and seals, look for moisture intrusion with a meter, test all appliances and systems, run the generator under load, and examine the chassis and tires. Fluid analysis can reveal engine or transmission issues that a test drive will not. Ask for a written report with photos and a clear list of defects, big and small. NRVIA-certified inspectors follow a standard that covers these areas, so look for that credential. In the United States, 114 of the 244 inspectors hold NRVIA certification, which is a good starting point.

Why you should never use the seller's inspector

The seller's inspector works for the seller. Even with the best intentions, their job is to help close the sale, not to protect your wallet. Hire your own inspector, someone with no connection to the dealer or private seller. The 129 mobile inspectors in the United States can come to the seller's location, which makes it easier to keep the process independent. Expect to schedule the inspection before the deposit is final, so you have room to walk away if the report shows problems. I did that on my second purchase and it saved me from a rig with hidden water damage.

How to read the report and negotiate

The report is a negotiating tool, not a deal breaker. Prioritize safety and structural issues: moisture, roof damage, chassis rust, and generator problems. Cosmetic flaws are less urgent. If the report lists major items, you can ask the seller to fix them, reduce the price, or walk away. In the United States, 80 inspectors specifically check for moisture, which is the most common hidden problem in used RVs. Some of the top-rated inspectors, like Uncharted Recreation (4.9 stars from 1148 reviews) and Alabama Campers Tuscaloosa (5.0 from 172), have experience with nationwide buyers, but availability varies. Always confirm what the inspection includes before you book.

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Questions people ask

How many pre-purchase RV inspectors are in the United States?

There are 244 pre-purchase RV inspectors listed in the United States. Of those, 114 are NRVIA certified and 129 offer mobile service, so they can come to the seller's location.

What is the average rating for pre-purchase RV inspectors in the United States?

The average rating is 4.6 out of 5, based on reviews from customers who have used these inspectors for pre-purchase checks.

How many inspectors check for moisture?

80 of the 244 inspectors specifically check for moisture. Moisture is a common issue in used RVs, so ask if it is included in the inspection.

Should I use the seller's inspector for a pre-purchase inspection?

No. Always hire an independent inspector with no connection to the seller. It is the only way to get an unbiased report, and it helps you negotiate or walk away with confidence.