RV rent guide to choosing your first rental motorhome affordably, safely and easily
RV Rent
Renting an rv can often be a great way to experience a fantastic and adventurous vacation without making a huge financial commitment. Often renting an rv can prevent purchasing an expensive motorhome that you THINK will make all your dreams come true (like Pedro from Napoleon Dynamite said), but might not. I've outlined the advantages and disadvantages of renting an rv and compared it to buying one.
First remember that rv's are like boats, unless you are going to live in them like, Kelly, my wife and I do, they must be considered an extra expense or luxury. If you take vacations often, go camping at least once a month, or attend events like big football games or car racing then they can often be no more expensive than typical car travel when considering the savings from not needing a hotel room.
So, try the rv rent route first. If you are considering buying a particular rv then by all means rent it first and try it out for THREE days! NO less. You will get a real feel for the rv that way. If you are RENTING BEFORE BUYING check out our rv rentals page which contains a checklist of issues you should be addressing and observing while renting in order to decide whether to purchase the rv or not.
When renting an RV and on vacation, make sure to secure your home while you're away with a security camera system. Check here for additional info on CCTV camera equipment.
If you are simply looking for information on how to get a good deal on rv rent, how to locate a dealer, and what to expect in terms of cost, paperwork, etc. then the following information will help you.
Most rv rent places rent Class A's, Class C's and Class B's but not travel trailers or fifth wheels. Many places will not rent for less than 4 days with a Motorhome Rental being typically a four to fourteen night rental period. Most companies give you the first 100 miles a day for free and charge about .32 to .42 a mile thereafter depending on current depreciation rates. Nearly all U.S. rv rent companies require at least a $1000 reservation deposit or half the rental is charged to your credit card at the time of confirmation. This is later applied toward your rental charges. When you pick up your RV there is also usually a security deposit charged and held during the time of your rental. Terms, rates and conditions of deposits vary depending on make, model, year, condition, and location of rv unit.
Extra's on your contract may include hospitality kits, kitchen kits, emergency road kits, or extra insurance. If the RV for rent has a generator there is usually a per hour fee on its use which is calculated after your rental and for many people camping in the wild this is worth it. If you are staying at a campground you don't need a generator. Visit motorhome for advantages and disadvantages of each major class of recreational vehicle. Visit All Motorhome Rentals for a comprehensive list of motorhome rental companies, agencies from around the world, especially helpful for renting motorhomes in a country outside the US.
When returning your RV for rent it is usually required that you clean the it so that it is ready for use for the next renter. If you return the RV in a condition that is not clean and ready for use, you could be charged a cleaning fee. Special insurance is often needed to prevent a catastrophe financially should you have an accident. It typically is about $15 per day or you can get a binder from your car insurance company.
If you have a breakdown during your rental period many companies have nationwide 24-hour roadside assistance, 24-hour vehicle operation assistance, and 24-hour customer service in many languages, Toll-free technical service hotline, mobile mechanical services, and warranty station appointment services can often be very valuable in ensuring your vacation is not a total disaster should a breakdown occur.
You do not need a special license to operate an rv but most rental places require you be at least 25 years of age with a valid driver's license. Visit bus rent or truck rent for information on renting a bus or truck. You will pay a serious late fee if you don't return the rv on time. Try the rv rent idea.
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