Custom RV Services
RV repair shop in DeForest, WI rated 4.6 stars, handling roof, awning, electrical and body work.
DeForest, WI
RV Slide-Out Repair in DeForest, WI
A slide-out that won't come in is the kind of problem that turns a campsite into a waiting room. In DeForest there are just 2 shops that list slide-out work, and their reputations are far apart. One is a long-running local shop with a solid record; the other is a big-box service center with very few reviews. Here's how to sort out which one gets your rig.
Discover RV Slide-out Repair in DeForest, WI
2Shops listed
2.8★Average Google rating
1Do warranty work
RV repair shops in DeForest
Camping World RV Service - Deforest
Camping World RV Service in DeForest handles repair, maintenance and warranty work on trailers, fifth wheels and motorhomes.
Two slide-out options, two very different records
Custom RV Services carries a 4.6 rating across 126 reviews, and slide-outs are one of ten service types it lists, alongside roof, fridge, awning, body, tires, electrical, generator and windshield work. It handles insurance and keeps parts on hand. Camping World RV Service in Deforest sits at 1.0 from just 3 reviews, with warranty work, generator service and parts. Three reviews is thin, so read them closely and ask direct questions before you hand over the keys. The average rating across both is 2.8, which tells you the local spread is wide.
What to say when you call
Describe the failure precisely. Does the slide move at all, does it move on one side, or is it dead? Does it click, grind or stall? Note the year, make and model, and whether the slide is electric, hydraulic or a Schwintek-style rack system. Ask if the shop has the specific part in stock, or how long it takes to arrive. Ask whether they can get to it this week. A slide-out left extended is a leak and theft risk, so tell them if the rig is sitting out in the open. Warranty work is worth a call to your provider first. Get pre-approval and ask what documentation the shop needs, because a slide repair can run into real money.
Mobile techs are not on the list here
Neither DeForest shop is listed as mobile, so plan on towing or driving the rig in. If the slide is stuck out and the rig is not roadworthy, call and explain that before you book. Some shops can talk you through a manual retract over the phone, and many slide systems have a manual override or a motor you can release. If you can get the slide in and secured, the trip gets much simpler. Winter in this part of Wisconsin makes an open slide worse, so don't leave it out for weeks.
Specialists in DeForest
Nearby cities
- Wisconsin Rapids, WI (2, 83 mi)
- Montello, WI (1, 34 mi)
- Milton, WI (1, 36 mi)
- Roscoe, IL (2, 52 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many slide-out repair shops are in DeForest?
Two shops in DeForest list slide-out repair: Custom RV Services and Camping World RV Service. There are no mobile slide-out techs listed here, so plan to bring the RV to a shop.
Which DeForest shop has the better reviews?
Custom RV Services has a 4.6 rating from 126 reviews. Camping World RV Service in Deforest has a 1.0 rating from 3 reviews. The combined average is 2.8, so the two are far apart.
Can a mobile tech fix my slide-out in DeForest?
Not from this list. Neither DeForest shop is listed as mobile, so you will need to drive or tow the RV in. If the slide is stuck out, call ahead and ask about a manual retract before you move it.
Does either shop do warranty work on slide-outs?
Yes. Camping World RV Service lists warranty work, and Custom RV Services lists insurance. Call your warranty provider for pre-approval first, and ask the shop what paperwork they need before the repair starts.