Wer eine Garage kaufen möchte, vergleicht meist nur die Anschaffungspreise. Doch die wahren Kosten zeigen sich erst über die gesamte Nutzungsdauer. Mit dem neuen ZAPF Sparrechner können Interessenten ab sofort kostenlos und individuell berechnen, welche Garage sich langfristig wirklich lohnt. Das innovative Online-Tool ist unter sparrechner.zapf-garagen.de verfügbar.
The problem: the purchase price is misleading
A precast concrete garage costs more to purchase than a wooden or metal garage. What many consumers overlook is that the total costs over a period of 20 to 30 years consist of much more than just the purchase price. Maintenance, repairs, insurance premiums, and vehicle protection play a decisive role in the economic efficiency calculation.
Those who park their vehicles outdoors permanently risk higher wear and tear costs due to weather conditions, UV radiation, and temperature fluctuations. According to the ADAC, the loss in value of an unprotected parked vehicle alone can amount to several thousand euros. Added to this are possible hail damage, vandalism, and increased maintenance costs.
The solution: transparency through individual calculation
The ZAPF savings calculator puts an end to guesswork. In just a few steps, users enter their personal situation and receive a detailed evaluation. The tool compares four scenarios:
The ZAPF precast concrete garage is compared with a wooden garage, a metal garage, and not having a garage at all. For each garage type, the tool calculates the total costs over the selected period of use and shows the difference compared to the ZAPF solution.
Data from ADAC, GDV, and Verivox
When developing the savings calculator, ZAPF placed great importance on reliable and verifiable data sources. The calculation bases come from sources including ADAC, the German Insurance Association (GDV), and Verivox. This means that consumers are not presented with advertising promises, but rather reliable facts to help them make their purchasing decisions.
Factors taken into account include the average service life of different types of garages, typical maintenance and repair costs, insurance benefits associated with a permanent garage parking space, and protection of the vehicle against weather, theft, and vandalism.
The advantages of precast concrete garages are clear
A precast concrete garage from ZAPF has a service life of over 40 years and requires very little maintenance during this time. Wooden garages need to be painted regularly and protected against moisture, while metal garages are susceptible to rust and condensation. These running costs add up over the years and can quickly offset the initially lower purchase price.
Garage owners also benefit from lower car insurance premiums. Many insurers offer discounts if the vehicle is parked in a lockable garage at night. This advantage is also included in the savings calculator.
Easy to use, instant results
The ZAPF savings calculator has been deliberately designed to be user-friendly. Interested parties can calculate their individual savings without having to register or provide any personal data. The results are available immediately and can be used as a basis for decision-making during a consultation with a ZAPF specialist advisor.
“We want to give consumers the opportunity to make an informed decision,” explains Kevin Kienle, Head of Marketing. “The savings calculator shows objectively and comprehensibly that quality pays off in the long term. Many customers are surprised at how significant the savings are over the years.”
Calculate your savings now
The ZAPF savings calculator is now available free of charge at: sparrechner.zapf-garagen.de
About ZAPF GmbH:
With more than 450,000 garages produced and assembled to date, ZAPF GmbH, based in Bayreuth in Upper Franconia, is the expert in precast concrete garages in Germany and Europe. Founded over 120 years ago as a construction company, the company has more than 60 years of experience in the manufacture of concrete garages and has now specialized entirely in this field. ZAPF has four production sites in Germany: in Weidenberg and Baar-Ebenhausen in Bavaria, in Neuenburg am Rhein in Baden-Württemberg, and in Dülmen in North Rhine-Westphalia. The long-established company’s delivery area covers southern, central, and western Germany, as well as parts of France and Austria. You can find out more about ZAPF at www.zapf-garagen.de.
