Electronics
It is a common issue that the pipes burst if you don't use your caravan in winter, due to the ice expands by 10% of your pipework, so to avoid this issue, you can just simply fit a drain down valve kits, so you don't need to pay a lot of money to buy a plumber, it is really very easy to finish this work.
Caravan Drain Down Valve Kit – Winter Pipe Protection (UK)
Protect your caravan’s pipework from costly winter damage with this easy-to-fit Drain Down Valve Kit. Designed to prevent frozen and burst pipes, the kit allows you to quickly drain and blow out residual water from your system—no plumber required.
Key Benefits:
Prevents pipe damage caused by freezing (ice expansion)
Simple DIY installation—ideal for UK winters
Compatible with standard caravan water systems
Works with a car tyre compressor to clear leftover water
Saves time and money on winterisation
How It Works (Quick Steps):
Open drain-off valves and all taps to empty the system.
Fit the supplied adaptors to the outside taps.
Close taps, keep drain valves open, and blow air through the pipes.
Reopen taps and shower after clearing water.
Add antifreeze to the toilet bowl.
Set the heating/boiler to winter mode for frost protection.
Package Includes:
1 × Drain Down Valve Kit
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