Part of winter car care is dealing with the ice that forms on your vehicle following snow, sleet and similar weather. The experts at Western Hills Builders Supply are dedicated to helping builders and DIY enthusiasts obtain what they need for a wide variety of landscaping and other home improvement projects, and offer some of their best car de-icing tips for enjoying a safer winter on the road.

• Quality Ice Scraper: Use a high-quality ice scraper made of hard, durable plastic, as it won’t crack easily the way cheaper models do. For best results, find an option that features a brush for removing snow from your windshield and the rest of your car.
• Running The Car: Run your car’s engine for a few minutes, and turn heat on the highest possible setting. Turn on front and rear defrosters as well, as this will direct airflow out of the vent and onto the inner windshield. The side vents should be pointed at your vehicle’s side windows for quicker de-icing.
• Wiper Blades: Utilize wiper blades after spraying your windshield with a de-icing agent. Your vehicle’s windshield solution will also suffice; wait until the ice has melted to avoid damaging the wipers.

Never, ever use water to de-ice your car!! Avoid using salt to de-ice your vehicle as well, as it will result in paint corrosion. Do not use the warmth from your hands to de-ice either, as this can cause immense pain!

To learn about roofing materials and other building supplies found at Western Hills Builders Supply, please call (513) 574-6200 or visit their website today.