Up And Running RV
Mobile RV repair in Franklin, TN, specializing in solar, batteries, and electrical work with a 5.0 rating from 19 reviews.
Franklin, TN
RV Water Heater Repair in Franklin, TN
A cold shower on a Franklin morning is a good reason to call ahead. Two shops around here handle RV water heater repair, and both know the difference between a bad element and a tank that has quietly rusted through. One is a small outfit with a perfect rating. The other is a bigger Nashville shop with parts on the shelf. Either way, call before you haul the rig over.
Discover RV Water Heater Repair in Franklin, TN
2Shops listed
4.8★Average Google rating
2More within 30 miles
RV repair shops in Franklin
Nashville RV Service
Franklin RV shop with a 4.6-star rating and 79 reviews, specializing in roof and AC repairs.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Franklin. Mobile techs on this list often cover the towns around them too.
MT RV Mobile Repair
Mobile RV repair serving Smyrna and middle Tennessee, rated 4.9 stars for honest work and quick diagnosis.
Always Rollin
Mobile RV repair serving Columbia, TN and nearby campgrounds, with a 4.7 rating from 89 Google reviews.
What usually goes wrong
Water heaters fail in boring ways. The electric element burns out, the igniter stops firing, or the anode rod dissolves and the tank starts leaking. A shop will pressure-test the tank before selling you a part you do not need. Ask whether the replacement is in stock. Suburban and Atwood units are common, but odd sizes can mean a wait. If your heater works on propane but not electric, say so when you book. That one detail saves diagnostic time. So does a photo of the data plate. If the tank itself is leaking, plan on a replacement, not a repair. That is a bigger job and usually needs an appointment.
Two shops, two styles
Up And Running RV carries a 5.0 rating across 19 reviews and handles A/C, fridges, awnings, water heaters and solar. Smaller shops like this often get you in faster and remember your rig. Nashville RV Service rates 4.6 from 79 reviews and does water heaters along with roof, A/C, fridge, awning and generator work. It also stocks parts and handles body, chassis and generator service, which helps if the heater is one item on a longer list. Neither one advertises warranty work, so if your rig is still covered, get pre-approval from the warranty provider before anyone touches it.
Before you go
Drain and bypass the heater if you can, and note whether it fails on propane, electric or both. Spring and early summer book up, so call a week out if you can. Mobile techs are thin around Franklin, so most water heater work means bringing the rig to a shop. Ask what the diagnostic fee is and whether it counts toward the repair. And while the rig is in, have them look at the roof sealant and the A/C, since both show up often in this area.
Specialists in Franklin
Nearby cities
- Portland, TN (2, 49 mi)
- Smyrna, TN (1, 18 mi)
- Columbia, TN (1, 20 mi)
- Shelbyville, TN (1, 25 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many RV water heater repair shops are in Franklin?
Two shops serve Franklin for water heater repair. Both also handle A/C and fridge work, and one does roof and generator service too. With only two options, call ahead rather than assuming same-day service.
What rating do the Franklin shops have?
The two shops average 4.8 stars. Up And Running RV sits at 5.0 from 19 reviews. Nashville RV Service is at 4.6 from 79 reviews, so it has far more feedback behind its score.
Can a mobile tech come to my site?
The listings show no mobile water heater specialists based in Franklin, though two nearby options exist. For most water heater repairs, plan to take the rig to a shop. Ask when you call whether they do any on-site work.
Will either shop do warranty work?
Neither shop is listed as doing warranty work. If your RV is still under warranty, contact the warranty provider first and get approval before any repair starts. Otherwise you may end up paying out of pocket for work that would have been covered.