Surfs Up RV Mobile Service, Repairs & Inspections
Mobile RV repair in St. Petersburg with a 5-star rating from 33 reviews for prompt, honest service.
St. Petersburg, FL
RV Water Heater Repair in St. Petersburg, FL
A cold shower in a campground is a quick way to ruin a morning, and RV water heaters tend to quit at the worst time. St. Petersburg has two shops and mobile techs that handle the fix, averaging 4.7 stars. Both come to you, which matters when the rig is parked and unhooked. Here is what to expect and who to call.
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2Shops listed
4.7★Average Google rating
1Do warranty work
RV repair shops in St. Petersburg
Rv Unlimited
Mobile RV repair in St. Petersburg with certified techs; reviews mention helpful staff and quick fixes.
Mobile service fits this city
Both shops listed here are mobile, meaning the tech drives to your site, driveway or storage yard. That saves you breaking camp and towing just to get a tank looked at. Expect the tech to check the basics first: the burner tube, the thermostat, the heating element on electric models and any sediment built up in the tank. Scale and mineral buildup are common in Florida water, and a good flush solves more no-hot-water calls than you would guess. Ask whether the tech carries common parts like an anode rod or thermostat on the van, because a second trip costs you another service call.
Two shops, different strengths
Surfs Up RV Mobile Service, Repairs & Inspections holds a 5.0 rating across 33 reviews and handles water heaters alongside roof, A/C, fridge, awning, slide-out, tire and generator work. RV Unlimited sits at 4.4 stars over 38 reviews, covers furnace and electrical too, and is the one that does warranty work. That warranty flag matters. If your heater is still under an extended plan, call the plan first and get pre-approval before anyone touches the unit, or you may end up paying out of pocket for a repair that should have been covered.
Before the tech arrives
Do a little homework so the visit goes fast. Note whether the heater fails on propane, electric or both, since that narrows the diagnosis. Check that the tank is full before anyone fires the burner, because a dry tank can cook the element or worse. Clear access to the heater compartment and mention the make and model when you book. Spring and early summer fill up quickly around here, so call ahead if you can. And if you are heading out soon, ask about the water heater and roof sealant in the same visit to save a trip.
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Nearby cities
- Largo, FL (2, 8 mi)
- Seminole, FL (2, 8 mi)
- Clearwater, FL (5, 9 mi)
- Tampa, FL (4, 18 mi)
- Palmetto, FL (4, 21 mi)
- Bradenton, FL (3, 27 mi)
- Sarasota, FL (3, 35 mi)
- Hudson, FL (2, 36 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many RV water heater repair options are in St. Petersburg?
There are 2 shops serving St. Petersburg for water heater work, and both are mobile techs. Their average rating is 4.7 stars, so you have a couple of solid choices rather than a long list.
Can a mobile tech fix my water heater at the campground?
Yes. Both St. Petersburg shops are mobile, so they come to your site or driveway. Have the rig accessible and the heater compartment clear, and mention the make and model when you book so the tech brings likely parts.
Will warranty cover my water heater repair?
One of the two shops here does warranty work. Call your warranty provider before the repair and get pre-approval, then confirm the shop will bill the plan. Skipping that step can leave you paying for a covered repair yourself.
Why does my RV water heater keep failing?
Common causes are a clogged burner tube, a bad thermostat, a failed heating element or sediment in the tank. Florida water leaves mineral scale, so a flush helps. Tell the tech whether it fails on propane, electric or both to speed up diagnosis.