| Buying a caravan as a holiday home is an | | | | another. Staying in a damp caravan is a most |
| important decision, so it is vital that you are | | | | unpleasant experience. |
| aware of any pitfalls that may come your way. | | | | When deciding whether to buy a static caravan |
| Static caravans, as the name implies, remain at | | | | remember to ensure if it will be big enough for |
| one location, so it is important that you are | | | | your needs, especially if you have children or |
| satisfied with the holiday park or any other | | | | intend inviting friends to stay on a regular basis. |
| location where it will be sited. As far as holiday | | | | There is absolutely no sense in spending good |
| parks are concerned it is crucial that your caravan | | | | money if there is not enough room for everyone |
| will be allowed to stay there outside the usual | | | | to be comfortable. |
| holiday months. So remember to check out that | | | | Price is always important, so only make a |
| information first. | | | | purchase that you can really afford. And that also |
| When purchasing your van check out its condition | | | | applies if you will be paying in installments. Also, if |
| before agreeing the deal. Check especially for | | | | you are buying through a particular holiday park, |
| rust, particularly on the chassis and flooring areas. | | | | they may charge you a commission. If that is so, |
| Be wary of the appearance of fresh paint as this | | | | ask what the commission will be when negotiating |
| could have been used to mask the appearance of | | | | the price, as this will spare you the shock of |
| rust. | | | | receiving an unexpectedly large bill. |
| The interior of the unit is obviously important as is | | | | A static caravan can be a great place to relax |
| any living area. Dampness, the curse of all caravan | | | | during holiday periods and for weekend breaks. By |
| users, can make itself apparent through its smell. | | | | checking the condition of the unit before buying, |
| Check all window seals to see if they are letting in | | | | ensuring it is right size for you and your family's |
| any damp. And also inspect any pipes to ensure | | | | needs, and having the peace of mind knowing it is |
| there are no leaks. If there appears to be damp | | | | one you can really afford, it will be an excellent |
| in the unit you are thinking of buying then choose | | | | investment. |