While many people enjoy the long sunny day of summer, the same can't be said for your automobile. According to the team at Felluca Overhead Door in Rochester, NY, the combination of UV rays and excessive heat can harm the vehicle's interior and exterior quickly, resulting in hundreds of dollars in damage. Below, the garage door experts break down the risk posed by sunlight and offer their tips for avoiding it.

How Sunlight Can Damage Your Car

Direct sunlight causes vehicle damage year-round, but the tilt of the earth during summer intensifies the destructive force of UV rays. Such an amplification will break down the molecules in the vehicle's paint, resulting in discoloration. It also enhances the effects of heat, which can cause the paint to chip and crack. These side effects also occur on the interior of the car with the dash, seat, and door paneling materials receiving the worst damage.

How to Avoid the Effects of Summer Sun

The best strategy for avoiding UV-related damage is to park your vehicle inside an enclosed space. While carports offer protection during mid-day, they can't combat the shifting position of the sun the rest of the time. As such, an enclosed garage with an overhead door provides the most protection. If your garage door has windows, make sure they're tinted.

When you're out, use the lower levels of a parking garage where it is covered. For shorter stops, look for a spot that's completely or mostly shaded by a building or trees. If neither option is available, consider investing in sun shades for the front and back window, along with UV blocking tint, to reduce the amount of damage that occurs to the interior.

Whether you're avoiding sunlight or severe weather, reliable and sturdy garage doors provide a safe-haven for your vehicle. Felluca Overhead Door has proudly served the needs of homeowners throughout the Finger Lakes region for over 100 years. The family-owned and -operated company provides new door installation, maintenance, and repairs at competitive rates. Learn more about their garage door services online or by calling (585) 467-2391 today.