Hey there, Girl Campers! Dive into the world of RV tank maintenance on this podcast episode. Lesa McDermott is your host and she explores “the proper care of your gray and black tanks.” Joined by Matt Foxcroft, founder of Liquified and Matt’s RV Reviews, they unlock the secrets to keeping your tanks clean and odor-free.

Matt reveals some big blunders RVers often make. Leaving tank valves open can lead to unpleasant issues, while using too little water creates bigger headaches. The key? Balance—enough water to prevent “poop pyramids” while steering clear of harsh chemicals that disrupt beneficial bacteria.

Don’t want to tackle deep cleaning your RV tanks or maintenance yourself? Matt partners with Tank Rangers to ensure you’re covered. If DIY is your route, Matt & Lesa talk about several ways you can thoroughly clean your tanks and the tools you’ll need. They also discuss how RV toilet treatments can work for gray tanks too!

Hydrate your tank post-dump (never leave it completely dry), add enzyme treatments for breakdown, and avoid baby wipes, feminine products, and heavy-duty toilet paper. Got a dreaded clog? Matt recommends their Tank and Sensor Cleaner for a DIY fix, alongside using toilet wands for tougher cases. No…. the ice cube method does not work as proven by The Fit RV. You can see their video HERE.

Hot climates? Double up on treatments, especially in sweltering regions like Arizona. Keeping your tanks fresh in any weather is a must to avoid odors that escalate in the heat.

Beyond just RV tips, Girl Camper is a community for women adventurers of all kinds. Whether it’s camping, hiking, or sports, there’s no wrong way to “Camp Like a Girl.” We hope you enjoyed this podcast episode and learned something new on maintenance for your tanks on your RV and thank you to Matt Foxcroft for being our guest.

Don’t miss your chance to enter to win an Alliance Delta SLE ML206 RV from Liquified! You have until May 31, 2025 to enter on Liquified’s website and no purchase is necessary. Thank you to this podcast episode’s sponsors: Go RVing & Progressive Insurance.

Looking for more RV Maintenance advice? Be sure to check out our articles in our Camping 101 section.