Your car is an investment—and an essential tool for helping you get to work, the store, or the bank. If you usually park in your driveway, you are potentially leaving it at risk of damage. Therefore, homeowners with garages should clear them out to make sure there is room for their vehicles. If you don't have a garage, consider hiring a general contractor to install one on your property.

Should You Park Your Car in a Garage?

1. Less Risk of Theft & Vandalism

Even if you reside in a good neighborhood, leaving your vehicle parked outside increases the risk that it could be stolen. Additionally, it may be damaged—either intentionally or unintentionally—by people passing on the street. For example, the neighbors' kids might hit a rogue baseball, causing it to dent your paneling. Parking in a garage helps keep it out of harm's way.

2. Protection Against Harsh Weather Conditions

Cars that are constantly exposed to rain, snow, and wind get dirty easily. When debris collects on a vehicle’s surface, it can eventually scratch at the paint, allowing moisture to penetrate the body. This can lead to rust formation. Additionally, hail could dent the auto body or shatter windshield glass. A storm could cause a tree to lose a limb—potentially falling on your car.

A garage serves as a shelter from these risks. It also means you won’t have to spend as much time scraping ice off your car in the winter.

3. Lower Insurance Premiums

Because your vehicle is less likely to get damaged inside a garage, the risk of you filing an insurance claim on it decreases. As a result, your provider may reward you by offering you a discount on your premiums.

4. Warmer Engine Fluids

When the temperature dips below freezing, engine fluid and other liquids become thicker. This can stop the engine from running as smoothly. 

Components that aren't lubricated well will also generate more friction as they move against each other, leading to the premature wear of parts. Therefore, keeping your car someplace warmer can extend your vehicle's life span.

If you’re ready to install a garage on your property, turn to the professionals at Pepco Construction LLC in Cecil, WI. These general contractors have more than 35 years of experience and are committed to forming long-lasting relationships with their customers. From concrete repair to garage building, they provide a wide range of home improvement services at affordable prices. For more information about their capabilities, visit their website. Call (715) 745-2119 to speak with a general contractor about your project.