Murphy's On-Site RV Repair
Mobile RV repair in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, with a 4.8-star rating from 249 reviews and service since 2006.
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
RV Water Heater Repair in Wisconsin Rapids, WI
A cold shower in a Wisconsin Rapids campground is a quick way to ruin a morning. Two local shops handle RV water heater repair here, and both average 4.7 stars across more than 500 reviews combined. One is mobile, so the tech can come to your site or driveway. The other runs a full shop with body and tire work. Either way, call ahead and describe the symptoms.
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2Shops listed
4.7★Average Google rating
2Do warranty work
1More within 30 miles
RV repair shops in Wisconsin Rapids
Greeneway RV
Family-owned Wisconsin Rapids RV dealer since 1963, with service for roof, AC, awning and more.
Nearby options
Within a short drive of Wisconsin Rapids. Mobile techs on this list often cover the towns around them too.
On-site Camper Pros
Mobile RV repair in Necedah, WI, handling A/C, roofs, water damage and appliances on site.
What usually goes wrong
RV water heaters fail in a few predictable ways. The igniter or control board quits and you get no hot water on gas. Sediment builds up in the tank until there is barely any capacity left. The pressure relief valve weeps, or the electric element burns out on a 120-volt unit. Anode rods corrode away and the tank starts leaking from the inside. Most of this is a parts-and-labor job, not a mystery. Ask whether the replacement part is on the shelf or on order, because a tank or board can sideline you for days. Both shops here do warranty work, so get pre-approval from your warranty provider before the tech digs in. That one call saves arguments later.
Mobile or shop bay
Murphy's On-Site RV Repair is the mobile option, rated 4.8 stars over 249 reviews, and it also carries parts and takes emergency calls. That matters if your rig is set up at a campground and breaking camp just to fix a water heater is a hassle. Greeneway RV is the shop, 4.5 stars over 301 reviews, and it adds certified techs, insurance work and body repair when a leak has done collateral damage to the compartment. Mobile work suits a bad igniter, a thermostat or a valve. If the tank itself is cracked, a shop bay usually makes more sense. Ask the tech on the phone which one your symptoms point to.
Timing it right
Spring and early summer book up fast around Wisconsin Rapids, as everyone de-winters and finds out what broke. Call a week or two out if you can, and say plainly whether you have hot water at all, whether it works on electric but not gas, and what year and model the heater is. Photos of the data plate help more than you would think. While the tech is in there, have them look at the roof sealant and the furnace too. Both shops here handle roof, A/C, fridge, awning, slide-out and furnace work, and combining jobs on one visit usually beats paying two service calls. Murphy's and Greeneway both winterize as well, which is worth remembering in October.
Specialists in Wisconsin Rapids
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- RV Refrigerator Repair in Wisconsin Rapids (6)
- RV Awning Repair in Wisconsin Rapids (6)
- Mobile RV Repair in Wisconsin Rapids (2)
- RV Roof Repair in Wisconsin Rapids (4)
- RV A/C Repair in Wisconsin Rapids (4)
- RV Furnace Repair in Wisconsin Rapids (2)
- RV Slide-Out Repair in Wisconsin Rapids (2)
- RV Electrical Repair in Wisconsin Rapids (2)
- RV Winterization in Wisconsin Rapids (2)
- RV Water Heater Repair in Wisconsin (22)
Nearby cities
- Necedah, WI (1, 25 mi)
- Montello, WI (1, 50 mi)
- DeForest, WI (1, 83 mi)
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Questions people ask
How many RV water heater repair shops are in Wisconsin Rapids?
Two shops serve Wisconsin Rapids for water heater work, and they average 4.7 stars combined. One is a mobile tech that comes to you, the other is a full shop with a service bay. There is also one nearby option if these are booked out.
Do both Wisconsin Rapids shops do warranty work?
Yes, both Murphy's On-Site RV Repair and Greeneway RV handle warranty work. Call your warranty provider first and get the repair pre-approved, then book the shop. That order keeps the paperwork simple and avoids paying out of pocket for something that should be covered.
Can a mobile tech fix my water heater at the campground?
Often, yes. Igniters, thermostats, control boards and valves are common mobile repairs, and Murphy's On-Site RV Repair is the mobile option here with a 4.8 rating over 249 reviews. A cracked or leaking tank is tougher in the field, so describe the symptoms when you call.
When should I book water heater repair?
Book as early as you can in spring, when everyone is de-winterizing and the schedule fills. Outside the rush, a few days of notice is usually enough. Ask whether the part you need is in stock, since a special-order tank or board can add wait time to the repair.