Why not detail your car in the winter?

Winter means weather, the kind of weather that can make your life difficult. Winter can make any task more difficult, from getting to work to walking to the mailbox. Your car is what makes this environment so difficult.

You simply need to prepare your car for winter. If you don't, your vehicle will likely suffer from salt/sand damage and even rust.

Although snow and ice pose a threat to your vehicle, the main factor that can cause the most damage is road salt. Road salt is distributed to maintain roads open and accessible throughout winter. Road salt can cause severe damage to cars.

The last winter was extremely severe. US officials applied over 17 million tons of salt across the country. While this significantly lowers the risk of a collision, there are some downsides. Salt can be a corrosive agent, and excessive salt exposure can lead to long-lasting, serious consequences.

Rust is the greatest danger.

This same process that allows the salt to combine water to lower the freezing point—which is the reason why salt was put on roads—also means salt can cause moisture buildup under your car. Exposure to salt for too long can cause serious damage to your car's body and underside.

If you do not take preventive measures before the snow arrives, this damage can be irreparable. It is best to plan ahead. Planning ahead means preparation. To prepare, you can coat your car with a wax sealant.

With us, we will be happy to help you decide what is best for your vehicle. The application of a high-quality synthetic rubber sealant or a high-quality natural carnauba wax to your vehicle will stop it from rusting and corrosion.

The most susceptible parts to damage, especially the fuel and brake lines, are undercarriages. You could have your car unsafe to drive if the corrosion is severe.

Sealing the undercarriage is a delicate process. It is best to have it professionally detailed.

This is only a part of the whole process. Before applying wax, clean the car thoroughly. In winter, ensure that you wash the car regularly. Many car washes in "snow belt" offer steam cleaning and/or undercarriage cleaning, but it is best to return to the detailer, where you received the initial wax treatment.