​Rust Proofing in St. John’s & Mount Pearl

​Protect your Vehicle from Dirt & Grime

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Don’t let your vehicle’s value drop because you’re not protected!
For vehicle owners on the Avalon, prolonging the useful life of their cars and trucks is one of the biggest challenges. Winter grime is especially harmful to vehicles. You or someone you know has been frustrated when rust spots start to show the deterioration of a vehicle. 
It can be really aggravating, we get it.
We believe your vehicle should hold its value as long as possible and Newfoundland’s winters aren’t helping.
We’ve researched the best processes for protecting your vehicle from rust and corrosion and we offer our Anti-Grime Pro Rust-Proof Process to ensure your vehicle holds its value, holds up against the elements, and stays in top condition for as long as possible.

Our 3-Step Pro Rust-Proof Process​

Step 1 - Call today to schedule a date​

Step 2 - Drop your vehicle off and leave it with us for the day​

Step 3 - Enjoy your vehicle with new rust proofing protecting it from the elements​

About our Rust Proofing Services in St. John's, Mount Pearl, & Paradise

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Rust proofing is an important part of protecting your car from corrosion through any season, but especially in winter.

We love going out on a snowmobile as much as anyone (and we do a lot of small engine repairs including ski doo repairs and snowblower repairs), but it’s true that Newfoundland's winters can be very rough on your vehicle. If you’re someone who wants to take care of your car and get the most years out of it you can, you need to be thinking about rust proofing.

​Especially on the Northeast Avalon where the cities of St. John’s, Mount Pearl, Paradise, etc all use salt to keep the roads clear of snow and ice during the winter, cars can really be damaged by the salt. It’s not just the snow and ice, the cold temperatures and the slush that can wreak havoc on your car’s exterior, the salt that’s used to keep the roads safe during the winter can be the real culprit that causes rust corrosion.

The Problem with Rust: Slush & Grime on the Avalon Peninsula​

Slush builds up and cause rust to develop on cars on the Avalon

Chips, dings, or scrapes can all cause points where rust can form

The salt, slush, and snow can build up to cause rust on wheel wells

​Protect yourself against Road Grime with Rust Proofing
Gravel and dirt gradually take their toll, whatever the season. Here are some common reasons why our clients rust proof their car:
• Prolong the life of the vehicle
• Keep your car looking good for longer with no rust spots
• Increase the resale value of your vehicle
• Protect yourself against expensive repairs due to rust

Corrosion can progress to the point of making a vehicle dangerous to drive, and by rust proofing your car in Newfoundland, you’ll be saving money on repairs in the future and protecting you and your passengers!

​Types of Rust Proofing

There are several methods for rust proofing:
  • Electric Module – This may sound ‘shocking’ but a small device is installed in your car which sends a weak electrical current through the metal to prevent rusting.
  • Tar-based Spray – A spray applied to wheel wells and other exposed parts of the undercarriage of your car, which hardens to become a protective coating.
  • Dripless Oil Spray – A colourless spray applied to the entire body of the car, and as the name suggestions is dripless upon drying!
  • Drip Oil Spray – You might be asking “why use an oil spray that drips, when there’s one that doesn’t!?”. Although these sprays do drip due to being more watery, this feature helps the spray reach harder to reach places on your vehicle than the dripless would on its own.

​Other Tips for Protecting your Vehicle

​Visiting a car wash regularly, either a drive-through one or the do-it-yourself style with the car wash bays like the U-Auto Wash out on Aberdeen Avenue are easy and effective ways to get rid of an excess build up of salt and dirt on your car, but make sure you wait at least a week before visiting a car wash after getting your car rust proof sprayed. This time is needed to let the formula solidify and properly protect your vehicle.

​Vehicle Safety First, with Rust Proofing!

There are some car parts that tend to be more affected by rust than others. Here are a few suggestions for parts of your vehicle that you should check which are essential to protect from rust to ensure vehicle safety:
  1. Exhaust System Chassis
  2. Frame
  3. Engine
  4. Painted Surfaces
It’s true that many of these parts are not visible with a simple walk-around inspection, which is why giving your vehicle a look from the outside isn’t enough when it comes time to check for rust. Remember that water, dirt, rocks, gravel, salt, snow, and slush are constantly pelting the undercarriage of your car as you drive around town or out over the highway. That’s why a thorough rust inspection will check these lesser-seen parts and make sure there are no signs of corrosion that could jeopardize the integrity of your vehicle.

The Bottom Line on Rust Proofing in St. John’s, Mount Pearl & Paradise NL

People often ask us for advice when researching Rust Proofing
A car is a big investment, and in order to ensure you get the most value out of your vehicle, you need to do maintenance. Preventative maintenance is often a lot more affordable than fixing things when they break down or substantially deteriorate.

With the proper preventative measures you can get ahead of any wear and tear on your vehicle due to corrosion through the rough Newfoundland winters. Rust proofing your car is an excellent way to keep your car performing its best longer.

In addition, rust proofing will also reduce the amount of maintenance your car will need as it ages which will save you money down the road!

​When Should you Rust Proof?

Short answer: don't wait!

Long answer: Although winter represents the time of year that causes the most issues for your vehicle, in any season loose gravel, dirt and rain will have a similar corrosion causing effect to snow and salt on your vehicle. If you wait until you start seeing rust on the more visible parts of your vehicle, rusting and corrosion has already started in the less visible parts.

You should always get dents and scratches fixed as soon as you find them to prevent rusting from the beginning.

Rust Proofing Services at our Shop in Mount Pearl 

We serve St. John's, Mount Pearl, Paradise, CBS, and the Goulds with Rust Proofing from our shop on Clyde Avenue.
​Contact us today!