Stuart RV Repair fixes and replaces RV vents and skylights on-site. MaxxAir, Fantastic Fan, standard vents. Cracked domes, fan motors, hinge failures. We come to you across Stuart, FL and the Treasure Coast.
Stuart RV Repair fixes and replaces RV vents and skylights on-site. Cracked domes, dead fan motors, broken hinges, leaking seals. MaxxAir, Fantastic Fan, and standard vents. $100-450 depending on the repair. Serving Stuart, FL and all of Martin County. Call 772-280-3915. Got a roof leak around the vent? We fix that too.
Every RV has at least 2-4 roof vents and usually a skylight or two. They're your ventilation system, your moisture control, and in many cases your only source of fresh air when the windows are locked up. But they're also the most exposed components on the roof. Sitting right on top of the rig, they take the full force of Florida's UV, rain, and wind. And they fail more often than most owners realize.
The dome is usually the first thing to go. UV exposure makes the plastic brittle over 3-5 years. A brittle dome can crack from a falling branch, a strong wind gust, or just thermal cycling. Once it cracks, rain gets in directly. According to Dicor Products, the sealant around the vent base should be inspected every 6 months in high-UV climates like Stuart and the Treasure Coast.
Fan motor failures are the other big one. MaxxAir and Fantastic Fan units run on small 12V motors with bearings that wear out. Florida's humidity speeds up that process. You'll hear the motor start to hum louder, then it slows down, then it stops. We swap fan motors on-site in about an hour. No need to replace the whole vent unit if the motor is the only issue. But if the housing is cracked or the hinge mechanism has failed, a full unit replacement makes more sense.
This is the single most common vent call we get in Stuart. UV makes the plastic brittle, and then a branch, hailstone, or just thermal expansion cracks it. A replacement dome costs $100-175 installed. We carry standard 14x14 domes in white, clear, and smoked on the truck. Swap takes about 30 minutes and we reseal the base while we're up there.
Fan motor bearing failure from Florida's humidity. You'll hear it getting louder and slower over a few weeks before it dies completely. We test the wiring first to rule out an electrical issue, then swap the motor. A motor replacement runs $150-300 depending on the fan model. If you've got a MaxxAir Deluxe, we usually have the motor in stock.
Broken hinge arms or a stripped crank mechanism. The plastic hinge arms on standard vents get brittle from UV exposure, just like the dome. When they snap, the vent either stays open or won't hold its position. A hinge kit replacement is $80-175. If the crank gear is stripped, we can replace that too. Both are common parts we carry.
That's a base sealant failure. The Dicor or caulk around the vent frame on the roof has cracked from UV and thermal cycling. Water runs between the vent frame and the roof membrane and drips inside. We strip the old sealant, clean the surface, and apply fresh Dicor. $100-175 and it stops the leak. This is the repair that prevents the $400 plywood replacement later.
Usually a loose fan blade, a cracked blade hitting the shroud, or debris caught in the housing. We pull the interior shroud, inspect the blade and motor, clean out any debris, and tighten or replace what's needed. If the blade is cracked, that's a $50-80 part. If the motor bearings are the rattle source, it's a motor swap at $150-300.
UV degradation turns clear and tinted skylight domes yellow and hazy over time. Beyond being ugly, a yellowed dome is brittle and more likely to crack. A new dome restores the light and view for $125-250 installed. If you've been living with a yellowed skylight for years, you'll be surprised how much brighter the interior gets with a fresh one.
We work on every RV vent brand on the market. Here's what we see most across Stuart and the Treasure Coast, and what makes each one different when it comes to repairs.
The MaxxFan Deluxe is one of the most popular powered vent fans. It has a built-in rain cover that lets you run the fan with the vent open even in the rain. The motor, blade assembly, and control board are all serviceable without replacing the whole unit. We keep Deluxe motors and blade assemblies in stock. The Plus model is similar but has fewer speed settings.
Fantastic Vent fans range from basic single-speed (1200) to the premium rain-sensing thermostat model (7350). The motors in all models are replaceable. The 6000 and 7350 have electronic speed controllers that can also fail separately from the motor. According to industry maintenance standards, these fans should be cleaned every 6 months in dusty or sandy environments like the Treasure Coast.
Basic crank-open vents without a fan. They use a crank handle to raise and lower the dome. The most common failure is the plastic hinge arms breaking from UV exposure. A hinge kit is a $20-30 part and takes about 30 minutes to install. We also replace the dome separately if the hinge and frame are fine. These are the cheapest vent repairs we do.
Skylights come in various sizes and profiles. Fixed skylights don't open but still crack and need dome replacement. Opening skylights have a crank mechanism similar to standard vents. We measure the existing frame to source the correct dome. If the mounting flange on the roof is damaged, we replace the full unit and reseal it. Skylight replacements run $125-400 depending on type.
Call 772-280-3915 or request an estimate. Tell us what's happening: cracked dome, fan not spinning, leaking, hinge broken. If you know the brand (MaxxAir, Fantastic Fan), let us know. We'll schedule same or next day.
Our tech gets on the roof and checks the dome, frame, hinge, fan motor, wiring, and the sealant around the base. We identify the exact model so we match the right parts. Written estimate before any work starts. No surprises.
We carry common vent domes, fan motors, hinge kits, and full replacement units on the truck. Most vent repairs finish in under 2 hours. We always reseal the vent base with fresh Dicor after every repair because the base seal is the most common leak point on any vent.
| Repair Type | Price Range | Typical Time |
|---|---|---|
| Vent dome replacement (14x14) | $100-175 | 30-45 min |
| Fan motor replacement | $150-300 | 45-90 min |
| Full vent unit replacement | $250-450 | 1.5-2 hrs |
| Skylight dome replacement | $125-250 | 45-90 min |
| Hinge kit / crank repair | $80-175 | 30-60 min |
| Vent base reseal (Dicor) | $100-175 | 30-45 min |
MaxxFan Deluxe motor died right before a two-week trip. Called on a Wednesday, tech came out Thursday morning with the exact motor we needed. Had it running in about an hour. Also noticed the sealant around the base was cracking, so he resealed it while he was up there. No extra charge for the reseal since he was already doing the motor. That's the kind of service you want.
Branch fell on our rig during a storm and cracked two vent domes. Called next morning and the tech was out that afternoon. Replaced both domes in under an hour, sealed them up, and even checked the other vents while he was on the roof. Quick, affordable, and the new domes look better than the originals.
The bathroom skylight in our motorhome was so yellowed you couldn't tell if it was day or night in there. New dome made a huge difference, bathroom is actually bright now. The tech also upgraded the kitchen vent to a Fantastic Fan while he was at it. Both jobs done in one visit, under 3 hours total. Really happy with the result.
RV vent repairs in Stuart typically run $100-450 depending on what's needed. A dome replacement costs $100-175. A fan motor swap runs $150-300. A full vent unit replacement (fan + housing) is $250-450 installed. Skylight dome replacements are $125-250. We always reseal the base after any vent work, which is included in the price.
Yes, if the base and frame are in good shape. Standard 14x14 vent domes come in clear, white, and smoked tint. We pop off the old dome, check the hinge and frame, and snap the new one in. Takes about 30-45 minutes. It's the cheapest vent repair at $100-175 installed. If the frame or hinge is also damaged, a full unit replacement makes more sense.
We work on MaxxAir (MaxxFan models), Fantastic Fan (Vent models 1200, 2250, 3350, 6000, 7350), Heng's, and standard crank-open vents. MaxxAir and Fantastic Fan are the two big names, and we keep the most common replacement parts for both. If your vent is an older or less common brand, we can usually source the part within a day or two.
A slow or noisy fan usually means the motor bearings are going bad, the fan blade is hitting something, or the motor is losing power from corroded connections. In Florida's humidity, motor bearing failure is really common. A motor replacement runs $150-300 depending on the fan model. If the motor is fine but the blade is cracked, that's a $50-80 part swap.
Not always. If the frame and mounting hardware are solid, we can often replace just the dome. Standard skylight domes come in multiple sizes and profiles. We measure the existing frame, source the matching dome, and install it. A dome-only replacement is $125-250. If the frame is cracked or the mounting flange is damaged, then the full unit needs replacing at $200-400.
Every single time. Anytime we touch a vent or skylight, we strip the old sealant around the base, clean the roof membrane surface, and apply fresh Dicor sealant. The vent base is one of the most common leak points on an RV roof, so we treat every repair as a reseal opportunity. That's included in the price, never an extra charge.
We handle all RV roof and slide-out repairs including leak repairs, recoating, slide-out motors, and seal replacements. If your vent issue uncovered other roof problems, we can fix everything in one visit across Stuart and Martin County.
We cover Martin County and surrounding areas for all RV vent and skylight repairs. From Stuart and Palm City to Jensen Beach, Hobe Sound, Port Salerno, and beyond.
Call us or request a free estimate. We'll get a tech on the roof with the right parts. Same or next day. All work done at your campsite or driveway.