You can hook up an RV up to your homes electrical system in one of two ways: You can ensure what you need is installed when you buy the RV, or you can install a 30/50 Amp hookup at home. Turn off the breakers to your home, too. Plug the extension cord into your RVs electrical hookups via an adapter, if necessary.

Can I plug my pop up camper into my house?

Yes you can plug into your regular home current. It is a 15 or 20 amp circuit so you will need a short “dogbone” adapter. Once plugged in, depending on what other outlets or electrical draws that outlet supplies youll be good to recharge your camper battery.

Can an RV be your primary residence?

The IRS allows taxpayers to designate one residence only as a main home at any one time. The main home must be the one where you ordinarily live most of the year. This can be a boat or RV even if the boat or vehicle doesnt have a permanent location.

Can you live in a camper in your backyard?

While you can park your RV in your backyard and sleep in it for a couple of nights, it isnt typically legal to make it a permanent home. If you are permanently living in it like cooking your food, receiving your guests, or holding parties there, then it is most likely illegal.

What is Boondocking in an RV?

In essence, boondocking is off-the-grid RV travel. Sometimes referred to as “dry camping,” boondocking is any time you camp in your RV without water, sewer, or electrical connections.