A professionally installed carport boosts property value and protects your vehicle’s finish in the summer. However, many homeowners find that the winter is when their overhang really shines. Below are a few ways covering the driveway can help you and your vehicle make it through the winter intact.

4 Benefits of Installing a Carport in the Winter

1. Protection From the Elements

During the summer, a carport shields your vehicle from damaging UV rays, but winter brings harsh weather of its own. Hail and sleet that could damage your car’s paint are diverted by the overhang, which also keeps your car from getting buried in the snow.

2. Saved Time

Even if you don’t mind the snow and cold weather, everyone hates scraping ice off the windshield in the morning. Having a carport means you’ll never have to dig your car out from under a pile of snow or spend precious time trying to clear off the windshield before work.

3. Safer Walk to the House

Overhangs are usually located close to the front or side door and may even include an entrance directly into the house. With the right design, you can access your house without stepping foot on ice or snow, minimizing the risk of falling and injuring yourself.

4. Recreational Vehicle Storage

Motorcycles, ATVs, and motor homes all need protection in the winter when it’s too cold to ride them. If you don’t have a garage or don’t want the expense of renting a storage unit, a carport provides the perfect solution. It shields them from the elements and ensures they’re ready to go when spring arrives.

For 54 years, C & D Screen & Glass has provided first-class home improvement services to homeowners throughout the Cincinnati, OH, area. If you’re planning on installing a carport this winter, rely on their team to design a structure that will give you and your vehicles shelter. Visit their website to see some samples of their work, get tips and expert advice on Twitter, or call (513) 851-8300 to get your project started today.