What Is The Best Time To Schedule A Rust Check?
While it is not required by law or your manufacturer, booking a simple rust check—or better yet, a rust proofing service—could help prevent serious damage and save you thousands of dollars over the life of your vehicle.
In fact, a 2018 study by the University of Windsor’s engineering faculty found that “untreated vehicles had 6.8 times more visible corrosion on body panels” than those treated with rustproofing services (O’Shea, 2018).
This translates to:
- Better resale value
- Lower risk of rust-related component failure
- Improved vehicle safety and collision resilience
- Longer vehicle service life
But when is the best time to schedule a rust check in Brockville, ON? That’s what today’s post is all about.
Read on to learn how to plan your rust checks to minimize service costs and maximize the odds of early detection, or call (613) 342-3000 to speak directly with a rust proofing professional.
When Is The Best Time To Schedule A Rust Check?
Rust needs only an anode, cathode, and electrolyte to form, and the metal in your ride accounts for two out of the three. Once water adds electrolytes to the mix, your ride is at risk, and water comes from all kinds of places during all seasons, including:
- Humidity caused by the use of a car cover
- Moisture content in the air from the St. Lawrence River
- Salt from winter road treatments
- Winter snowfall or spring showers
- Condensation/morning dew
- Fog
- Carwashes, and more
Your vehicle may also be more susceptible to rusting after getting scratched or dented.
With all that in mind, there’s really no wrong time to book a rust check in Brockville, especially if you live or work near the St. Lawrence River. That said, we often recommend scheduling rust checks after particularly wet seasons, such as periods of high precipitation or snowfall, and as often as possible throughout the winter, where salt, melted snow, and slush wreak havoc.
Simplify Rust Checks: Choose Brockville Oil & Tires
Brockville Oil & Tires offers rust checks as part of every auto inspection, and our rustproofing services are second to none, providing warranty-safe protection for your entire vehicle, including:
- Bottom and corners of doors
- Front and sides of the hood
- Bottom of the trunk
- Bottom fenders
- “Hollow zones” such as footboards
- Brake components
- Struts and shocks
- Wheel well
- Undercarriage, and more
Every rustproofing service is residue-free and fast, with most treatments completed within an hour or two, and local pick-ups and drop-offs are available as needed.
To learn more and get a free quote on any rust check or rust proofing service, you can:
- Call (613) 342-3000
- Fill out our quick and easy contact form
- Drop by our shop at 103 Broome Road in Brockville
References
O’Shea, S. (2018, December 18). What you need to know about rust warranty versus rust protection. Global News.