No Winterizing, No Worries: How Indoor Storage Cuts Costs

Jordan Austin • September 24, 2025

If you’ve ever winterized an RV, boat, or trailer, you know it’s no small task. Between draining systems, sealing vents, and buying antifreeze, it’s a time-consuming process that can still leave your vehicle vulnerable to Idaho’s harsh winters.

But what if you could skip all that — and save money doing it?


The True Cost of Winterizing


Let’s break it down:

  • Professional winterization: $300–$600 per vehicle
  • DIY supplies: $100–$200 (plus your time)
  • Potential damage from improper storage: $1,000+ in repairs


Now compare that to indoor, climate-controlled storage:

  • No need to winterize water systems
  • No risk of freezing, mold, or sun damage
  • No spring surprises or repair bills


Quick, Easy, and Worry-Free

Indoor storage means you drive in, park, and walk away. No draining tanks. No crawling under trailers. No guessing if you did it right.

At Advanced RV & Boat Storage, we make it simple. Our facility is the only indoor, climate-controlled storage option in Coeur d’Alene — and we’re built for high-value vehicles.


Special Offer: Reserve Before Year-End

If you reserve your unit before December 31st, you’ll lock in our base rate of $100/month* — a $250 value compared to other facilities. That’s serious savings for serious protection.

Reserve your space today and skip the winterizing stress.


Your vehicle — and your wallet — will thank you.


*If your vehicle is 20 feet or shorter, you’ll lock in a flat rate of $100/month through 2027—no surprises, no seasonal spikes.
For anything
over 20 feet (like larger RVs, motorhomes, or boats), we simply add $5 per additional foot to keep things fair and flexible.

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