Who wants to pay thousands of dollars for repairs that will decrease your vehicle's lifespan?
If you guessed every vehicle owner, you are correct.
Across America every year vehicles are assaulted by rain, hail, UV rays, and extreme temperature changes. This assault may not be visible right away, but over time these elements ruin vehicle paint jobs, interiors, and can damage mechanical parts.
The good news is metal garage buildings protect your vehicles from all of these hazards.
Don't just take our word for it. Here is what you are about to learn:
Why inclement weather can be so damaging to your vehicles.
How outdoor parking really affects your vehicle's lifespan.
Ways metal garage buildings protect your vehicles from weather damage.
Factors to consider when choosing the right weather protection.
Americans spend billions of dollars every year repairing weather-related vehicle damage. The scariest part about these statistics is that most weather damage occurs slowly … and you don't even realize it's happening.
Did you know that the Federal Highway Administration estimates 22% of the 6 million vehicle accidents that occur every year can be attributed to weather? Accidents are only one form of damage that weather causes.
UV rays, hail stones, and extreme temperatures do the most to degrade your vehicle.
The sun's UV rays break down your vehicle's paint on a chemical level. Over time your vehicle will start to fade, oxidize, and develop that chalky white look that everyone despises. Dark colored vehicles like red, blue, and black are especially prone to UV degradation.
Then you have hail.
Did you know that hail storms cause $8 billion to $14 billion dollars of damage to vehicles every year? One hail storm can turn your vehicles paint job into what looks like a golf ball. The cost to repair hail damage can range from a few thousand dollars to thousands of dollars.
Putting your vehicle outside may not seem like a problem. However, over time damage adds up quicker than you think.
Paint fading and oxidation can decrease your vehicle's resale value.
Cracked dashboards and leather interiors are costly to replace.
Weather can do more than leave your vehicle's paint faded and dull. Your vehicles exterior and interior can suffer serious harm by leaving your vehicle out in the elements.
We know moisture can cause rust but did you know:
Weather can cause your vehicle to depreciate quicker.
Extreme heat can cause cracks in your vehicle's paint.
The sun can cause your interior dashboard to crack and warp.
Interior leather will dry out.
Plastic trim will fade from a deep black color to a grungy gray.
There is no winning when you leave your vehicle outside. But wait, there is a solution to your problem.
Installing a steel garage installation is the best way to eliminate weather depreciation. Steel garage buildings offer a completely UV barrier that will prevent sunlight from causing paint fade and interior damage. Metal garage buildings can stop hail damage and provide temperature control.
Metal garage buildings offer elements of protection that you simply cannot get with open-air vehicle storage. So how do metal garage buildings provide exceptional weather protection? Keep reading to find out.
We already mentioned that the UV rays from sunlight can wreak havoc on your vehicles paint job. However, there's not much you can do about it if you have to park outside.
Metal garage buildings provide a complete barrier from UV ray exposure. This means:
Paint will not fade or change color.
The clear coat will not oxidize and become chalky.
Interior surfaces will not crack and degrade.
UV rays will not damage rubber seals and cause them to dry up.
Ok, so you know that metal garage buildings can prevent harmful UV ray exposure. But what about rain, snow, and moisture?
Here's what moisture can do to the lifespan of your vehicle:
It can cause mold to grow on the inside of your vehicle.
Electrical problems can occur.
It can speed up brake rotor wear.
It can eat away at your weatherstripping and seals.
Remember how we said there was no winning when you leave your vehicle outdoors? Well moisture is pretty much hitting you from both sides. Moisture not only causes rust but can damage many components of your vehicle.
The roof and walls of metal garage buildings create a moisture barrier that will keep your vehicle 100% dry. Say goodbye to wet vehicles because of windows you forgot to close or deteriorating door seals.
We all know that summer brings hot temperatures and winter brings cold temperatures. These drastic temperature changes can cause many problems for your vehicle.
Did you know that metal garage buildings can help moderate temperature extremes? Metal garage buildings keep vehicles:
Cooler in the summer.
Warmer during the winter.
Because of this temperature moderation your vehicle will benefit from:
Lasting battery life.
Maintained tire pressure and rubber.
Consistent fluid strength.
Stronger electrical connections.
Temperature-controlled environments also prevent your A/C from freezing up when it's cold outside.
When looking into metal garage buildings for your self-storage business, protection should be your number one priority. However, not all metal garage buildings are created equal. Below are a couple of factors that you should take into consideration when looking for the perfect metal garage building.
Roof Type:
Should you choose a lean to A-frame style roof or vertical roof? Horizontal and flat roofs do not shed rain, snow, and debris as efficiently as A-frame or vertical roof styles. If you live in an area that receives a lot of rain or snow during certain seasons, we suggest opting for a vertical roof style.
Wall Configuration:
Do you want a fully covered metal garage building or is a carport good enough? Although carports are better than nothing, we highly recommend fully covering your metal building when it comes to providing maximum protection from the weather. Full enclosure will provide protection from rain, blowing snow, and windblown debris.
Size:
Make sure you leave enough space so that customers won't bump into the walls with their vehicles. Also, make sure there is enough room for the garage doors to open without hitting anything.
Foundation:
You should install a concrete foundation under your metal garage building. Concrete foundations prevent moisture from wicking up the legs of your metal building. Also, a concrete foundation will keep your metal garage floor from cracking and allow your building to stay level for years to come.
Gauge:
Just like with roofs, heavier gauge steel can benefit your metal garage building. Heavier gauge metal holds up better over time and will provide maximum protection from severe weather.
Don't let weather be the demise of your vehicles. There are tons of ways that metal garage buildings can prevent weather damage and keep your customers vehicles in tip-top shape.
Need more convincing? Think about all of the benefits that you learned metal garage buildings provide above. Metal garage buildings:
Provide 100% UV protection.
Will prevent hail damage.
Can moderate temperatures.
Eliminate moisture problems.
If you're serious about protecting your customers vehicles from weather damage, metal garage buildings are the best solution money can buy.
Supriyo Khan
Supriyo Khan
Supriyo Khan
Supriyo Khan
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