Here’s Why You Should Always Use Your Garage
We don’t just provide our customers with personalised registration plates, we also love giving them top tips on how to keep their cars safe and in peak condition.
If you’re lucky enough to own a garage, it doesn’t mean you’ll necessarily keep your car in it. So many garage owners park their car in the driveway or on the street outside their home, using the garage as a place to store boxes, unused furniture and junk that could be thrown away. Read on to discover the many benefits that come with keeping your car in the garage whenever it’s off the road.
Cheaper insurance
Whoever you get your car insurance from, they’ll surely have asked where you park your vehicle overnight. Insurers believe that cars are safer when kept in a private garage for good reason, as this significantly reduces the risk of theft, criminal damage, bumps and scratches. Sometimes, using a garage won’t make a difference to how much you pay in insurance. However, with some providers it could result in lower costs, so make sure to shop around for one that rewards garage owners. Meanwhile, keeping your car in the garage can also benefit its warranty – it really is a no-brainer.
Keep rust at bay
Even a tiny patch of rust can bring a car owner close to tears, as it really does spoil the vehicle’s appearance. By parking your car in the garage every time it’s not in use, you significantly reduce the likelihood of the UK’s persistent rain causing rust from forming. The longer the period your car is given to dry between downpours, the lower the chances of rust spoiling the paintwork.
Protect it from frost
It’s not only a good idea to fully clear your windscreen of frost, it’s also a legal requirement that your vision isn’t distorted whilst driving. Cold nights often result in frost spreading over the glass, which can be removed with de-icer but also prevented completely by parking the car in the garage. This makes your morning routine that little bit faster and smoother, plus the interior of the vehicle will be closer to a comfortable temperature, reducing the need to blast the heaters all the way to work.
It’ll stay cleaner for longer
Dust, dirt, leaves, mud splashes from passing vehicles and the inevitable bird dropping are all removed from the equation when you store your car in the garage. What’s more, giving your vehicle a rest from constant sun, heat and wet weather helps to maintain the paintwork for far longer than when it’s parked on the driveway or in the street.
Prevent damage and theft
We briefly mentioned this when talking about insurance but it really is a crucial factor. Parking your car in a secure garage means that it’s hidden away from burglars, car thieves, antisocial behaviour and accidental damage. Make sure that the garage is always locked when you’re not using it, including the connecting door if your garage is built into your home.
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