Let’s be honest – not that many people who have a garage use it for parking their vehicles. More often, garage space is used for things like storing boxes, working on projects, collecting kids’ toys, and more. Some people manage to park in the garage, but they are the exception rather than the rule.  

With that in mind, should your car be parked in the garage or used for something else? We’ll take a closer look at this question in this article. And, if you decide that adding a garage is the best way to approach this issue, remember that American Steel Carports, Inc. is here to help. With our Build & Price tool, you can get started designing your dream garage right away, or you can simply contact us if you want help. We’d love to serve you! 

Should Your Car Be Parked in a Garage? 

Yes, it’s an excellent idea to park your vehicle in a garage. This isn’t possible for everyone, of course, and most cars are parked outside. However, if you do have the opportunity to take this step, such as by adding a new garage to your property that is dedicated exclusively to vehicle parking, by all means, take that opportunity.  

Don’t get too hung up on the cost of building a garage, as this is an investment that will likely be more than worth it in the end. Not only will you be protecting your valuable vehicle or vehicles, but you can also use the garage for additional purposes, such as storing some extra things that don’t fit in your house. So, you might wind up not needing to rent a storage unit each month since you have a garage, so you can save that money, as well.  

Enjoy These Many Benefits of Parking a Car in a Garage 

We’ve already touched a bit on some of the advantages of parking in a garage – such as saving money – but let’s take a closer look in this section to really bring the topic into focus.  

Avoid the elements

This is the big selling point that will probably convince most people to make a garage available for their vehicle. In certain climates, the weather can take quite a toll on cars and trucks, with conditions like rain, snow, hail, and blazing hot sun all coming down from above. When your car is tucked away inside a garage, you won’t have to worry about what kind of toll those elements are taking on your vehicle.  

Keep your vehicle safe

Tucking your car out of sight and behind a locked door will go a long way toward preventing any problems with theft or vandalism. One of the nice things about this aspect is you might feel comfortable leaving a few things in your vehicle when it is locked away and out of sight of people passing by. When parking outside on the street or even in a driveway, you might feel compelled to take everything out of your vehicle every night so as to not promote criminal activity.  

Get better trade-in value

When the time comes to trade in or sell your vehicle in the future, the protection you offered the car over the years will pay off, and you should be able to get more value out of the vehicle as you move on to a new model.  

Another Viable Option: A Carport for Your Car 

While a garage is an excellent option for parking a car, it’s not the only way to go to gain protection. If you don’t want to build a full garage, or that kind of project just isn’t in your budget at the moment, a carport can be a great alternative. With a carport, you still get a roof over the top of your vehicle, so you can largely protect it from the elements, as discussed above. No, you won’t have full protection in terms of parking it behind a locked door, but this option is still worthwhile to explore, and it might be the ideal answer in your situation.  

Build Your Custom Garage Today 

Is it absolutely required to park your vehicle in a garage? No – but it certainly is a nice luxury to have available. If you would like to build a new garage, or a carport, to provide some protection for your car while it isn’t in use, American Steel Carports, Inc. makes that prospect both simple and affordable. We are experts in this area, but you have to take the first step by reaching out to learn more. Don’t wait any longer to bring this project to life!