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If the dry goods are in waterproof containers, I don't see why not - unless you are in bear country.

And where was the puddle in relation to stuff above it and to the walls? I left my vents open one time and we had a rain storm. The water puddles were not directly under the vents but when I got to looking, I realized that the angle the rain had to be blowing to get in under the vent was in a direct line to the puddles. If it's very close to the walls, I would be really looking to see if you have a leak along a joint.

See if you can replicate by spraying water on the roof in specific areas then checking to see if you have water inside.

Hi, We had the same problem and our leak was at the TV antenna on the top. Just leaked in and dripped straight down, nothing showing on the ceiling because it didn't touch the ceiling. Fixed it by putting dycor around the antenna hookup on the roof. hope this helps.

Were they using high pressure to wash? Especially if doing that, there are chances of some water getting in - mine will come from my stove vent. But having water in means you definitely want to figure out where it came in from - you might need to seal something (or have it sealed )

As to storing canned or water in the outside storage, not a problem. Just remember, if those storage compartments give weights - don't overload with heavy stuff - canned and water can be heavy.

I highly recommend you get a brita (or similar) water filter system - mine hold a couple quarts, I think - and if I use it - all the water tastes great from everywhere. When hooked up - I put a water filter directly to the rv (instead of to the water connection at the cg)? Why there? Because even if your hose is new, there's a "hose" like taste - and if it's not brand new - I would rather filter the water that came through even my own hose! Others do feel comfortable with it on the cg connection end - do what works best for you.

Remember also that what you put in the wardrobe and kitchen cabinets adds weight. When I load up I try to distribute that weight evenly also. It's hard because most of our cabinets, the 'pantry' and the wardrobes are on one side but the whole kitchen, bath and propane tank are on the other side. I also try to put the heavier items as close to the floor as possible ie: I put canned goods in a low drawer and food storage items like plastic containers, foil etc... in a top cabinet. Another item(s) that seem to accumulate is tools! I don't know how but I think our tools have babies when we're parked. Twice a year I purge the tool cubby and start over with the basics.

Did it leak over the winter (mine did ... grrr ...)? If not, it's probably situational. I agree you should find the source. But lacking an internal flood during winter storage, it's probably not serious.

Sarah did you have the hole I found at your steps repaired under the warranty? If not, you might have had water come in there. That is an important repair to have done, as your heat and cooling escape there. You could have some water come in. I leave some canned foods in the motorhome and water. But if it is meal, flour or crackers you will want to take those out. They become meals for bugs after awhile.