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Sandhopper2

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With covid 19 I would like to have a motorhome sanitized. I'm looking at buying a MH from a private party and would like to have it sanitized by a profesional company . I live in Norwalk Ca. so would like this done local any ideas?
 
First off, has the motorhome been used recently? If it has not been used in several days the virus is probably gone “if” whoever used it was exposed. Are the current owners been exposed? If not then doubtful any surface in or out of the motorhome has been exposed. The virus only lives several hours to several days depending on type surface and temperature. Hotter the temp, the shorter the life span.

To do a complete sanitize on a motorhome would be a waste of resources in my opinion.
Common soap and water will do the trick.

Or buy it and let it sit locked up for a few days. Done.

Below is something I pulled from the CDC website.


A Few Important Reminders about Coronaviruses and Reducing the Risk of Exposure:
• Coronaviruses on surfaces and objects naturally die within hours to days. Warmer temperatures and exposure to sunlight will reduce the time the virus survives on surfaces and objects.
• Normal routine cleaning with soap and water removes germs and dirt from surfaces. It lowers the risk of spreading COVID-19 infection.
• Disinfectants kill germs on surfaces. By killing germs on a surface after cleaning, you can further lower the risk of spreading infection. EPA-approved disinfectants are an important part of reducing the risk of exposure to COVID-19. If disinfectants on this list are in short supply, alternative disinfectants can be used (for example, 1/3 cup of bleach added to 1 gallon of water, or 70% alcohol solutions).
• Store and use disinfectants in a responsible and appropriate manner according to the label. Do not mix bleach or other cleaning and disinfection products together—this can cause fumes that may be very dangerous to breathe in. Keep all disinfectants out of the reach of children.
• Do not overuse or stockpile disinfectants or other supplies. This can result in shortages of appropriate products for others to use in critical situations.
• Always wear gloves appropriate for the chemicals being used when you are cleaning and disinfecting. Additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be needed based on setting and product. For more information, see CDC’s website on Cleaning and Disinfection for Community Facilities.
• Practice social distancing, wear facial coverings, and follow proper prevention hygiene, such as washing your hands frequently and using alcohol-based (at least 60% alcohol) hand sanitizer when soap and water are not available.
If you oversee staff in a workplace, your plan should include considerations about the safety of custodial
 
An alcohol based sanitizer from the grocery store is all that is needed and it will not damage fabric and can be used on countertops and the toilet. Open the windows and doors to let it air out while you are doing the clean up and all will be well. Virus can remain in closed rooms for hours so ventilation is a simple solution.

I would be more worried about the freshwater tank and its contents and I would dump all the water and add new water along with household bleach for an overall concentration to "shock" the contents of the water (much lower concentration needed than most people assume as it only takes 2 oz bleach per 20 gallons of water). For maintenance half as much bleach is needed as with the shock treatment.
 

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