If you’re a keen caravanner, you’ll know that levelling your caravan is essential for comfort, safety, and functionality. An unlevel caravan can cause doors to swing open, appliances to malfunction, and even disrupt your sleep. Thankfully, with the right equipment and method, levelling your caravan is straightforward.

At LocknLevel, we understand the importance of a stable and secure caravan setup. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you level your caravan efficiently and stress-free.

Why is Levelling Important?

Before we dive into the process, let’s quickly look at why levelling your caravan is crucial:

• Comfort: Sleeping, cooking, and walking around inside is much easier when the caravan is level.
• Appliance Efficiency: Absorption fridges, for example, need to be level to function properly.
• Structural Integrity: Reduces strain on the caravan’s frame and components.
• Safety: Prevents movement inside, reducing trip hazards and uneven weight distribution.

Step 1: Find the Right Spot

Choose a suitable pitch or location that is as level as possible to begin with. This will make the process much easier. If you’re on soft ground, ensure your caravan won’t sink over time.

Step 2: Check the Level

Use a spirit level or a built-in levelling system to check the caravan’s position. Place the level on the A-frame or inside on the floor near the doorway to gauge the left-to-right and front-to-back levels.

Step 3: Levelling Side-to-Side

If the caravan is leaning to one side, you’ll need to raise the lower side:

1. Position a LocknLevel airbag system, levelling ramps, or blocks under the wheels on the lower side.
2. Slowly drive or winch the caravan onto the levelling aid until it reaches the correct height.
3. Double-check with a spirit level and adjust as necessary.
4. Secure the caravan by chocking the wheels to prevent movement.

Step 4: Levelling Front-to-Back

Once side-to-side levelling is complete, adjust the front-to-back position using the jockey wheel:

1. Rotate the jockey wheel up or down until the spirit level indicates a balanced position.
2. Ensure the handbrake is engaged before unhitching from the tow vehicle.

Step 5: Stabilise the Caravan

Once the caravan is level, lower the corner steadies to provide additional stability. These are not designed for levelling but will keep the caravan from rocking as you move inside.

Step 6: Final Checks

• Walk inside to check for any unwanted movement.
• Open cupboard doors to ensure they stay in place.
• Test appliances, especially the fridge, to confirm they are functioning properly.

LocknLevel: The Easy Levelling Solution

For a hassle-free levelling experience, the LocknLevel airbag system offers a simple, efficient, and secure way to level your caravan. Unlike traditional ramps, it allows precise height adjustments without the need to drive onto blocks. Simply position, inflate, and enjoy a perfectly level caravan in minutes!

Conclusion

Levelling your caravan doesn’t have to be a chore. With the right tools and approach, you can ensure a safe and comfortable setup every time. Whether using traditional ramps or the innovative LocknLevel system, following these steps will make your caravanning experience smoother and more enjoyable.