
Products and Upgrades
Solar and Power Management
Solar panels offer an excellent energy solution for caravans and motorhomes, enabling you to power your adventures with clean and sustainable energy. By installing a solar setup, you can enjoy the freedom and flexibility of off-grid camping while still having access to essential comforts. These panels efficiently capture the sun's energy, allowing you to operate various devices and appliances during your travels, whether you're cooking a meal or charging your electronics. Enhance your caravan or motorhome experience with solar power and embrace the beauty of the great outdoors with peace of mind and confidence!
At Ecosse Caravan Services we only use branded materials and quality suppliers these to name just a few are:
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Truma
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Renogy
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RoadPro
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NDS Areo
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Dometic
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Flex Solar panels
When we install panels to your pride and joy we will look into your requirements and make sure that we do our best to ensure you have the system that is fit for purpose and is priced at a fair price.
For more information please get in touch and we will do our best to assist you.
Full Service - What do we check? Bodywork Exterior - Check condition and security of body panels - Check operation of door locks, catches and hinges and lubricate - Check condition and security of all trims, inserts and sealants Check windows and seals for damage - Check condition and security of grab handles - Check security of body attachments (ladders, aerials, cycle racks etc) Body work Interior - Check floor for delamination. - Check operation of cupboard hinges, catches, locks and stays - Check operation and condition of all window catches, stays and seals - Check operation and security of all skylights - Check operation of blinds and fly screens. Adjust if required - Check fixed ventilation openings for free flow of air Damp inspection - Use Damp meter to test for presence of moisture as per the AWS test procedure. - Provide full damp report Gas Supply and Appliances - Check regulator performance and carry out leak test and a flue gas analysis of all appliances and room CO test. - Check condition and date of flexible hose - Check condition and security of all pipe work - Check condition of LPG sticker on locker and security of gas bottles - Check gas dispersal holes for obstructions - Check fridge ignition, FFD and cooling - Check operation of cooker, hob and oven. Ignition, flame and FFD - Check operation of space heater. Ignition, flame and FFD - Check operation of water heater. Ignition, flame and FFD - Check operation and condition of external gas point if fitted (FFD = Flame Failure Device) Note: Whilst fridge operation is checked the fridge is not actually serviced. A fridge service is a long job and charged for appropriately. Electrical Systems 240v -Check condition of inlet plug and hook up cable (when available) -Check Operation of RCD,MCB’s and earth bonding Check condition of wiring, sockets and fixed connections - Check operation of battery charger - Check mains operation of fridge - Check mains operation of cooker and hob - Check mains operation of water heater - Check mains operation of space heater Electrical Systems 12v - Check condition of 12 'N' and 12 'S' ( 13 pin ) plugs and cables - Check condition and operation of road lights and reflectors - Check condition of wiring, sockets and fuses - Check functions of charging, fridge, lights and ATC / IDC - Check operation of battery charger - Check condition of battery. - Clean and lubricate terminals - Check operation of all 12v lights including awning light - Check blown air system Water System and Appliances Check operation and condition of water pump - Check operation of pressure switch and adjust if required - Check condition of water filter and housing (replace filter if required) - Check operation of taps and shower fittings (including external taps if fitted) Check overall condition of fresh and waste water pipes and fittings - Check toilet for operation and condition of seal, blade and flush - Check drain plugs for seal and operation (Drain down system in winter) Fire and safety - Check condition of security, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms - Check condition, type and expiry date of fire extinguisher - Check condition and location of fire blanket - Check operation, function and safety of DIY additions ( only install of such items not functionality) Chassis and Running Gear - Check coupling head and safety catch for wear and lubricate if required - Check and clean pad and ball acting stabiliser - Check condition and routing of breakaway cable and clip - Check operation of overrun piston and lubricate - Check operation of jockey wheel clean and lubricate - Check operation of handbrake and lubricate - Check brake rods, cables and supports - Remove wheels and check tyres for wear, damage, age and pressure - Remove brake drums check bearings, seals and linings. Clean and lubricate - Replace drum with new split pin or one shot nut and torque as required - Adjust brakes at drum and check free play in the linkage and at handbrake - Replace road wheel sand torque wheel nuts / bolts to manufacturers settings - Check condition and security of chassis and attachment to body - Check operation of suspension assemblies - Check corner steadies operation and lubricate - Check spare wheel carrier and folding step for operation and lubricate. (If fitted)
Batteries and Charging Systems
AGM, Gel, and LiFePO4 batteries are popular choices for various applications due to their unique characteristics. AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) batteries are known for their durability and maintenance-free design, making them ideal for high-drain devices. Gel batteries offer excellent deep-cycle performance with enhanced safety and are less prone to leakage. LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) batteries provide a lightweight option with a longer lifespan and faster charging times, making them popular for modern mobile energy storage solutions.
We can supply which ever technology your require at a great price, if you do want to instal or upgrade to Lifepo4 then we can carry out the upgrade to your requirements giving you the freedom you need for your adventure.
We are trusted and approved installers with many years of experience in this field, we only use brands that are at the forefront of technology and reliability. These are just a few of our trusted suppliers:
Victron
(Batteries and full systems 12v, 24v, and 48v vehicle systems are available on request)
Renogy
(Batteries and full systems are available on request)
NDS (Dometic)
(Dometic brand) ranges cover batteries, battery chargers, Dc to Dc chargers, Solar panels, converters and inverters.
Sterling Power products,
Dc to Dc and mains chargers, Batteries, Induction hobs, Galvanic Isolators, Portable power supplies, inverters, solar and much, much more.
Fogstar
Need a reliable battery at a great price? The Drift ECO is your answer. It offers solid lithium performance for basic needs, with capacities of 100Ah and 305Ah.
Blue Sea
Blue sea are the number 1 for switches, relays terminals, busbars fuses and much much more. We only use top products and none of the Ebay or Chinese inferior products here at Ecosse caravans as we commit to reliability and high standards which have stood the test of time with no products being found faulty with in our installations.
For more information or help with your installation or upgrades then please get in to
Habitation only Service
We are pleased to offer our specialized Habitation service, commonly referred to as "Habcheck," which is particularly suitable for caravans that are stationed at seasonal pitches.
This service is designed to provide you with the convenience of maintenance without the need for running gear or external checks, as your caravan will remain in its current location during the process. Our mobile service starts at a competitive price of £150.00 plus VAT, but we highly encourage you to reach out and confirm the exact pricing prior to making a booking.
With our Habitation service, you can rest assured that your caravan is receiving the care it deserves, allowing you to enjoy your time away with complete peace of mind!
For a list of items that are checked please see the Read More below the pictures.
We Advice you book early to get your "Habcheck" done.
Here is a list of items that are checked: Bodywork Interior - Check floor for delamination - Check operation of cupboard hinges, catches, locks and stays - Check operation and condition of all window catches, stays and seals - Check operation and security of all skylights - Check operation of blinds and fly screens. Adjust if required - Check fixed ventilation openings for free flow of air Damp inspection Use Damp meter to test for presence of moisture around roof and walls - Provide full damp report Gas Supply and Appliances - Check regulator performance and carry out leak test - Check condition and date of flexible hose - Check condition and security of all pipe work - Check condition of LPG sticker on locker and security of gas bottles - Check gas dispersal holes for obstructions - Check fridge ignition, FFD and cooling - Check operation of cooker, hob and oven. Ignition, flame and FFD - Check operation of space heater. Ignition, flame and FFD - Check operation of water heater. Ignition, flame and FFD - Check operation and condition of external gas point if fitted Test for Carbon Monoxide (FFD = Flame Failure Device) Note: Whilst fridge operation is checked the fridge is not actually serviced. A fridge service is a long job and charged for appropriately. Electrical Systems 240v - Check condition of inlet plug and hook up cable (when available) - Operation of RCD, MCB’s and earth bonding - Check condition of wiring, sockets and fixed connections - Check operation of battery charger - Check mains operation of fridge - Check mains operation of cooker and hob - Check mains operation of water heater - Check mains operation of space heater Electrical Systems 12v - Check condition of 12N and 12S ( 13pin ) plugs and cables Check condition and operation of road lights and reflectors - Check condition of wiring, sockets and fuses. - Check operation of battery charger - Check condition of battery. - - -- Clean and lubricate terminals - Check operation of all 12v lights including awning light - Check blown air system Water System and Appliances - Check operation and condition of water pump - Check operation of pressure switch and adjust if required - Check condition of water filter and housing (replace filter if required) - Check operation of taps and shower fittings (including external taps if fitted) - Check overall condition of fresh and waste water pipes and fittings - Check toilet for operation and condition of seal, blade and flush - Check drain plugs for seal and operation ( Drain down system in winter ) Fire and safety - Check condition of security, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms - Check condition, type and expiry date of fire extinguisher - Check condition and location of fire blanket - Check operation, function and safety of DIY additions We Advice you book early to get you Habcheck done.
Electrical Test and Inspection
Is your Caravan over 3 years old? Do you remember when it had its last Electrical Inspection?
At Ecosse Caravan Services Ltd., we provide an essential service known as the Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), which plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and of your caravan.
Our service is billed at an hourly rate of £60 plus VAT, and the time required for the inspection can vary based on the size of your caravan's installation and the specific equipment that needs to be tested.
Although the testing is not, compulsory we strongly encourage it, as the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) recommends that caravans undergo inspection and testing at least once every three years.
This is particularly important because the nature of caravan travel—being driven on the road—can lead to vibrations that may loosen connections or cause damage to components over time.
By utilizing our specialized testing equipment, we can effectively identify any potential issues, ensuring that you and others remain safe while on the road. Remember, this important test can be performed before your annual service or at any time you feel necessary.
Your safety is our top priority!