Mobile RV Repair

RV Propane System Repair

Propane leak detection, regulator replacement, line repair, OPD valve service, and certified leak-down testing at your driveway, storage facility, or campsite. The one RV system where a correct repair is a safety issue — handled by certified technicians across Utah and Texas.

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Mobile RV Propane Specialist

RV Propane System Repair Across Utah and Texas

Propane system service from Mobile RV Pro covers leak detection and certified leak-down testing, two-stage regulator replacement, propane line and fitting repair, OPD valve service, automatic changeover diagnostics, and propane detector replacement on travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes across Utah and Texas. Propane is the one RV system where a bad repair is a life-safety hazard, not just an inconvenience — every repair is pressure-tested and leak-checked before the system is returned to service. If you smell propane, leave the RV, shut off the tank if you can reach it safely, and call us — do not attempt to locate the leak yourself. Certified technicians, written estimate before any work begins.

Safety First

Signs of an RV Propane Problem

Propane problems range from a regulator that needs replacing to an active leak that is an immediate hazard. Know the difference: a leak is an emergency, and the safe response is to leave the RV and call — not to investigate it yourself.

You Smell Propane — This Is an Emergency

Leave the RV immediately, do not operate switches or flames, shut off the tank valve only if you can reach it safely, and call us from outside. Do not try to find the leak yourself.

Propane Detector Alarming

Treat every alarm as real until proven otherwise. Ventilate, shut off the tank, and leave. A genuine alarm and a failed 7-year-old detector look identical from inside — both need professional checking.

Appliances Run Poorly on Gas

Yellow furnace flame, fridge not cooling on propane, stove flame low across all burners — usually a failing two-stage regulator delivering incorrect pressure to the whole system.

Automatic Changeover Not Switching

A two-tank system that does not switch to the full tank when the first empties points to a failed regulator or changeover mechanism.

Tank or Fitting Frosting / Hissing

Hissing at a fitting or frost forming where there should be none can indicate a leak or regulator fault. Shut off the tank and call — do not tighten fittings on a pressurized leaking line.

No Leak-Down Test in Years

A certified leak-down test verifies the whole system holds pressure. Recommended after any propane work, after winter storage, and periodically as preventive safety maintenance.

If you smell propane or your detector is alarming, this is an emergency. Get everyone out of the RV, do not flip switches or light anything, shut off the tank valve only if it is safe to reach, and call us from a safe distance. Propane is heavier than air and pools in low spots — a single spark can ignite an accumulated leak. We do not ask you to diagnose a suspected leak yourself; that is what the certified leak-down test and our equipment are for.

Systems We Service

RV Propane Components and Systems We Service

Mobile RV Pro services the complete low-pressure propane system from the tank to each appliance connection. Common regulators, fittings, and detectors ride on the truck so most repairs complete in a single visit — every one verified with a leak-down test before the system goes back into service.

Regulators and Changeover

  • Two-stage regulators — Marshall Excelsior, Fairview, Cavagna — the heart of system pressure
  • Automatic changeover regulators — two-tank auto-switching for travel trailers and fifth wheels
  • Pigtails and POL / ACME fittings — tank-to-regulator connections, common wear point
  • High-pressure hoses — tank connections and quick-connect ports

Tanks, Valves, and Lines

  • OPD tank valves — overfill protection device service on DOT cylinders
  • ASME mounted tanks — motorhome permanently-mounted tank fittings and valves
  • Copper and rubber supply lines — line repair and fitting replacement throughout the coach
  • Tee fittings and manifolds — distribution to furnace, fridge, stove, water heater

Safety and Detection

  • Propane / LP detectors — replaced at 5–7 year expiry; common failure source of false alarms
  • Certified leak-down testing — manometer test that verifies the whole system holds pressure
  • Regulator vent inspection — blocked vents cause pressure faults and are a safety check
  • Appliance connection check — leak-check at each appliance gas connection
Pricing

What Does RV Propane Repair Cost?

Propane pricing is driven by the component and whether a full leak-down test is included. Most repairs — regulator, detector, fitting — are same-visit jobs. A certified leak-down test is recommended with any propane work. Ranges below are all-in: diagnostic, labor, and parts at typical cost.

Repair TypeTypical Labor RangeNotes
Two-stage regulator replacement $200 – $360 Most common propane repair; same-visit
Automatic changeover regulator $240 – $420 Two-tank auto-switching systems
Certified leak-down test $130 – $230 Manometer test; recommended with any work
Propane line / fitting repair $190 – $420 Depends on access and line length
OPD valve service $150 – $300 DOT cylinder overfill valve
Pigtail / hose replacement $120 – $240 Tank-to-regulator connection
Propane detector replacement $140 – $260 Expires every 5–7 years
Leak diagnosis only (no repair) $270 – $360 Walk-away price if you decline repair

Mobile RV Pro provides a written estimate before any work begins, and every propane repair includes a leak-check before the system is returned to service. We do not cut corners on propane — it is the one system where a cheap or incomplete repair is a danger to your family. If you suspect a leak, do not wait for a scheduled appointment; call and describe the situation.

Certified & Guaranteed

Mobile RV Pro technicians are certified, background-checked, and carry full liability insurance. The company is licensed and insured to perform RV repair across Utah and Texas. If a technician damages any component while performing a hired repair, Mobile RV Pro covers the replacement 100% — both parts and labor.

Warranty Coordination

Mobile RV Pro is an authorized warranty coordinator for most major extended warranty providers including Good Sam, Wholesale Warranties, Cornerstone, and National General. We coordinate repairs and payment directly with extended warranty companies on your behalf — at no extra charge.

Certified, Leak-Tested, and Never Rushed

Propane is the one RV system where "good enough" is not acceptable. Mobile RV Pro technicians are certified to work on RV LP systems, and every repair ends with a manometer leak-down test that verifies the entire system holds pressure before it goes back into service. We will not hand an RV back with a propane system we have not verified. If a suspected leak turns out to be a failed detector or a vented regulator rather than gas, you still get a straight answer and a safe system — that is the job.

Where We Serve

RV Propane System Repair — Utah & Texas

Certified technicians dispatched to your location — driveway, storage facility, or campsite. No haul-in, no storage fees.

Utah
  • Salt Lake City
  • Provo / Orem
  • Ogden
  • American Fork
  • Spanish Fork / Springville (South Utah County)
  • Midvale (Shop)
  • South Jordan / West Jordan
  • West Valley
  • Herriman
  • Draper / Sandy
  • Park City / Heber (Wasatch Back)
  • Layton
  • St. George (Washington County)
(801) 203-4325
Texas
  • Austin
  • Round Rock
  • Hutto (Shop)
  • Leander
  • Georgetown
  • Pflugerville
  • Temple
  • Buda ((extended area))
  • Plano / North Dallas
(512) 259-1202
Mobile vs. Dealership

Why Mobile Propane Service Beats the Dealership Wait

A propane fault can sideline the whole coach — no heat, no hot water, no fridge on gas, no stove. Mobile service lands in days with a leak-down test on the truck, instead of a multi-week dealership wait while your RV sits unusable.

Mobile RV ProDealership
Suspected-leak response Prioritized; safety-first Queued with everything else
Leak-down test On the truck, every repair Sometimes; extra charge
Service location Your driveway or campsite Drop-off only
Regulator in stock Common types on the truck Often ordered in
Written estimate Always before work Often after diagnostic
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Treat it as an emergency. Get everyone out of the RV immediately. Do not operate any electrical switches, do not light anything, and do not use a phone inside the coach — any spark can ignite pooled gas. If you can safely reach the tank valve, shut it off. Then call us from a safe distance outside. Propane is heavier than air and collects in low areas like basements and floor cavities, so a leak you cannot smell at head height may be concentrated below. Do not attempt to locate the leak yourself — a certified leak-down test is how it is found safely.
A certified leak-down test is recommended after any propane work, after winter storage, after a tank or regulator is replaced, and periodically as preventive safety maintenance. The test uses a manometer to confirm the entire system holds pressure with no slow leaks — the kind you cannot smell but that waste gas and pose a long-term hazard. Mobile RV Pro performs leak-down testing on-site as a standalone service or bundled with any other propane repair.
Two common causes. First, a genuine low-level leak you cannot smell — propane is odorized, but a small or low-lying leak may not reach your nose while still triggering a floor-level detector. Second, the detector itself: RV propane detectors expire and must be replaced every 5–7 years, and an aging detector throws false alarms. Either way, treat the alarm as real until verified — ventilate, shut off the tank, leave, and have it checked. Mobile RV Pro tests for an actual leak and replaces an expired detector in the same visit.
When the furnace flame is yellow, the fridge will not cool on gas, and the stove burners are all weak, the common cause is a failing two-stage regulator delivering incorrect pressure to the entire system. Individual appliance problems affect one appliance; a regulator problem affects all of them at once. Regulator replacement runs $200–$360 all-in and is a same-visit repair. Mobile RV Pro confirms the diagnosis with a pressure test before replacing the regulator.
Yes. Regulator replacement, line and fitting repair, OPD valve service, detector replacement, and certified leak-down testing are all routine mobile jobs done at your driveway, storage facility, or campsite across Utah and Texas. Common regulators, fittings, and detectors ride on the truck. Every repair is leak-tested on-site before the system is returned to service — we do not leave a propane system unverified.
No. Do not tighten, wrap, or otherwise work on a pressurized propane line or fitting that is leaking. Shut off the tank valve and call. Propane fittings use specific torque and sealant requirements, and a fitting that is leaking may be cracked, cross-threaded, or have a failed flare that tightening will not fix — and working on a live line risks a much larger release. The safe path is to isolate the tank and have a certified technician diagnose and repair it.

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