Why Summer is Actually the Best Time for Undercoating in Calgary

Most Calgarians panic-buy rust proofing in November when the first snowflake drops. However, the smartest vehicle owners get it done in July. Here is why the "Off-Season" is actually the "Best Season."

1. The Dry Metal Advantage in Calgary Summers

Undercoating bonds best to metal that is warm and bone dry. In winter, your car comes in dripping with slush. We wash it and dry it with heaters, but moisture hides in seams.

In July, the ambient humidity is low and the roads are dry. The metal is warm, which opens up the pores of the steel, allowing oil-based inhibitors to wick deeper into the frame.

2. Better Curing in Warm Weather

3. Appointment Availability in Calgary

In November, our waitlist is often 3-4 weeks long. In summer, we can usually fit you in within 48 hours. You get:

• Faster service (no rush).
• More time spent on detail prep.
• Convenience of not driving a loaner in a blizzard.

The "Fresh for Winter" Myth

People think "If I spray it in July, it will wear off by December."

False. Quality undercoating doesn't wash off in the rain. It is designed to withstand highway spray for 12 months. Applying it in July means it has fully cured and hardened before the first salt truck hits the road in October. It is actually more ready for winter than a fresh, wet application in November.