Step-By-Step: How to Clean and Sanitize Your RV Water System
4/15/2026
Sanitizing your RV’s fresh water system is essential after storage, buying a used RV, or when water smells or tastes off. The process cleans the tank, lines, and fixtures to ensure safe, fresh water.
Basic Steps
Drain the fresh water tank and lines
Add diluted bleach (¼ cup per 15 gallons)
Fill tank with clean water
Run solution through all faucets and fixtures
Let sit for several hours or overnight
Drain and flush system until bleach smell is gone
Key Tips
Remove or bypass water filters first
Don’t forget outside showers and extra fixtures
Use unscented household bleach only
Flush thoroughly—this is where most people cut corners
When to Sanitize
After long storage
After buying a used RV
If water smells or tastes bad
At the start of the camping season
Bottom Line
Sanitizing your RV water system is a simple but important maintenance step that keeps your water clean, safe, and fresh.
For more info and to read the full article, visit https://www.doityourselfrv.com/sanitize-rvs-water-system/?utm_source=Iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=campaign_17338435
If you would like to reserve a stay with us and enjoy the Williamston, Greenville, Washington and Eastern NC area please give us a call 252-943-1699 or visit our website: Treeside RV Park
To reserve a spot, give us a call 252-943-1699