Unlock the Benefits of Fall/Winter Car Detailing: Why It's Essential for Your Vehicle.
Between the weather, the changing of the leaves, and all of the holiday events, your car is bound to get dirty.
The best way to protect your car during this time is by getting it detailed. A detailer will remove all dirt and grime from your vehicle so that it looks brand new when you are driving around town at night. This is especially important for those who live in colder climates where snow and ice are common.
A detailer will also wash your car, polish it, wax it, and make sure that everything looks good as new before handing it back over to you!
Reasons why you MUST get your car detailed right now!
When the weather starts to get colder, we tend to focus more on staying warm and dry. But did you know that having your car cleaned during the fall/winter season is actually a lot more important than you might think? Here are 8 reasons why having your car detail right now can actually save you money in the long run:
Identifying Problems
As many of us are aware, when a car is unclean, all we can see is the dirt and grime that has accumulated on the exterior and on the windows. Another issue with this is that we are unable to view our vehicles' actual surfaces, at least not clearly. How would we know if there is an issue if we cannot see it? For instance, if rust patches are starting to appear or the windshield has a fresh rock chip. Without being able to perceive it and genuinely recognize it, we cannot address the problem and resolve it. Small problems that go unnoticed and unaddressed could develop into larger, more expensive problems in the future. It's crucial that we don't leave our cars dirty for too long so that we don't overlook these minor issues.
Ice Build Up On the Vehicle
If ice accumulates in an unsafe location, accidents may result. Almost any portion of the car can accumulate ice. I've observed it accumulate on the backup cameras, wiper blades, side view mirrors, and door knobs. Ice buildup in gaps or seals between panels or doors may cause paint and other surfaces to break or suffer severe surface damage. Make sure that water is not accumulating or becoming stuck in certain areas if there are significant temperature swings throughout the day that cause snow and ice to melt and then refreeze overnight. If it occurs and damages something, it could result in far more serious problems like paint peeling, leaks into the interior, or even engine problems, etc.
Dirt, Snow, and Ice Can All Be Dangerous
It is impossible to avoid having snow, ice, and road filth on your car during the winter in Oregon. Although parts of "the elements" can be withstood by contemporary automobiles, they are not impervious to them. The possibility of damage, including scratches, corrosion, and cracking, increases the longer we leave these items on our cars. Scratches in the paint are the most typical kind of damage. A vehicle with embedded dirt will sustain damage as snow and ice move about on its surface. As we "brush" snow off our autos, this also happens. Unfortunately, this kind of scratching is occasionally unavoidable, but the more carefully we do it, the more chance we have of not damaging the paint. In some cases, I've seen folks use an ice scraper to gouge the paint figuratively. Please refrain from painting with the ice scraper. It is solely designed for windows. Before beginning to remove the snow and ice from the automobile, it might also be helpful to warm it up to help melt and loosen some of the snow and ice. Additionally, installing a ceramic coating—which is far more scratch-resistant than car paint—will aid in minimizing this problem. Additionally, ceramic coatings make it more difficult for objects to attach to or remain on the surface, which facilitates cleaning.
Keeping Windows Clear
The ability to see is one of the most crucial things you require while operating a vehicle. When I observe drivers who have only partially cleared the windshield in front of the driver's seat and have not removed the snow and ice from their windows, it irritates and aggravates me to no end. In addition to being a safety concern, failing to remove the snow and ice from your automobile may result in a fine in several states. Instead of snow and ice, the problem is all the salt and road filth that collects on the glass. Throughout the winter, if the windows are not often wiped and cleaned, it could lead to a problem with vision.
Protection for Your Car
As was already mentioned, the winter is really difficult for your car. This means you need to take every precaution to protect your car. Extra care and attention are required for both interior and exterior surfaces in order to help them withstand the environment's ongoing assaults. All year long, but particularly during the winter months, we provide exterior waxes, sealants, and even ceramic coatings to protect the paint.
Road salt ruins
Paint, plastic, rubber, and metal surfaces on your car's exterior will steadily deteriorate under the constant attack of chemicals and road salt used to melt snow and ice. When you stroll through the encircling winter wonderland, salt, and chemicals will track in, contaminating even interior surfaces. Have your inside carpets or mats ever developed a white buildup? That is water-dissolved road salt that returns as the water evaporates. If it's left unattended all winter, it will accumulate.
Smell and Odor
If we neglect the interiors of our cars throughout the winter, we might not be aware of how much moisture is building up inside. We repeatedly make little deposits of water and dirt when we walk into and out of our cars wearing wet and icy boots and shoes. If this problem isn't fixed, it could lead to the growth of mold, mildew, and germs in the crevices, gaps, and spaces under the floor mats where water gets trapped and can't easily evaporate. This can smell foul, especially as the weather warms up, and it is obviously unhealthy.
Impressions and Images
Almost everyone's car is dirtier in the winter than it is in the summer. This is not only disgusting but also unsightly. Even while it might not be the most crucial cause for you to detail your car in the winter, individuals who have finer cars undoubtedly worry about it. What better way to achieve that than to arrive in a freshly detailed vehicle in the dead of winter if you need to impress clients or have a crucial meeting?
Conclusion
When it comes to detailing your car, there's no such thing as "too soon" or "too late." The truth is that you're never going to have an ideal time to get your car detailed—you'll always have something going on. Overall, there are a variety of factors that make it crucial to maintain your vehicles' cleanliness and detailing throughout the year but particularly during the winter. It is astonishing how quickly problems can arise in a car and how quickly it can "fall apart" as a result of the numerous things that are nearly continually "attacking" every component of a car. We can assist with service and protection if you want to keep your car in great condition.
Hi! I'm Tenzin, founder of Squeegee Mobile Detailing! I have always loved cleaning and detailing my vehicle and vehicles from family members. I decided to put my passion into a business I would love to own and manage.
