Tired of Dumping Your Tanks the Old-Fashioned Way? Valterra’s New Electric Waste Valve Has You Covered

Let’s be real: dumping your RV tanks is nobody’s favorite part of the adventure. You've hiked beautiful trails, watched sunsets from your window, maybe even grilled the perfect campsite burger—and now it's time to crawl under your RV and wrestle with a manual waste valve. Not the most glamorous part of RV life.

But what if you could ditch the mess, the crouching, the guesswork—and just push a button?

That’s exactly what Valterra’s brand-new Electric Waste System Valve is here to do. It’s sleek, smart, and designed to take the “eww” out of emptying your tanks. Whether you're a full-timer, a weekend warrior, or somewhere in between, this upgrade might just be the best thing you add to your rig this year.

What Makes This Valve So Awesome?

Glad you asked. Valterra didn’t just slap a motor on a valve and call it a day—they reimagined the whole experience with features that solve real-world RV problems. Here’s a closer look:

1. Powerful, Weather-Resistant Motor

This valve is powered by a high-torque electric motor that’s tough enough to handle sticky situations (literally). It’s built to automotive-grade specs and is water-resistant, so it's ready for everything from hot desert dust to rainy campground hookups.

2. Bye-Bye Fuses, Hello Breaker

If something goes wrong, you don’t want to be hunting down tiny fuses in a campground parking lot. Valterra added a built-in 5-amp circuit breaker that protects your whole system—and resets easily. No spares, no stress.

3. No More Guessing with Smart Limit Switches

You know those other electric valves where you have to “listen” for it to open or close? Yeah, those days are over. This system has built-in limit switches that stop the motor automatically when the valve’s fully open or closed. No more over-driving. No more wondering if it’s actually working.

4. Lighted Switch That Talks to You

Not literally. But almost. As soon as the valve starts to open, the switch light turns on—and it stays lit until the valve is fully closed again. It’s a simple, brilliant way to know what’s happening with just a quick glance. You'll wonder how you lived without it.

5. Comes Ready to Install

You don’t have to make an extra trip to the hardware store. Each valve includes 7 feet of cable and two switch plates, so you can mount the controls wherever they’re most convenient—inside your rig, outside by the tank, or both.

Why RVers Are Loving It

Let’s face it—RV life is about freedom, fun, and enjoying the journey. Wrestling with a stubborn manual valve doesn’t exactly fit that vibe. This electric waste valve keeps your hands clean, your knees off the gravel, and your whole setup running smoother. It’s one of those upgrades that pays off every time you pull up to a dump station.

Plus, let’s be honest—pushing a button is just cooler.

Final Dump (See What We Did There?)

Valterra’s new electric waste valve is built for real RVers who are ready to level up their rigs with something that’s actually useful. No more manual pulls, no more crawling around, and no more hoping your valve actually closed all the way.

Whether you’re chasing weekends in the woods or rolling full-time down scenic highways, this is one upgrade you’ll be glad you made.

Ready to Ditch the Dirty Work?
Call and ask our friendly service techs about Valterra’s Electric Waste System Valve, or check out Valterra’s website for more specs, installation tips, and where to buy. Your tanks (and your back) will thank you.