When you are using a hand truck around your house you will want to make sure that the wheels are not leaving scuff marks. While in a warehouse this is of no concern in your house it is unbecoming to make and leave scuff marks. This is especially true if you are doing a job for somebody else. No one likes an unprofessional job.

Another concern is to take measures to ensure that the body of the hand truck which usually consists of medals such as steel or aluminum does not scratch your appliance or furniture. This true if you are transporting a metal appliance or a piece of wood furniture, either way if you are not careful you can damage the cargo you are moving.

If you follow the advice given here you can easily protect yours and your clients furniture and appliances. Just take a piece of tubing insulator and slice it down running length wise, then attach it to the sidebars of the hand truck you are using thereby making a economical buffer and protector of your costly items. It only will take you 2 minutes and cost you a few dollars but it is well worth it!

Even if you have an expensive appliance truck or hand truck care must still be taken not to damage the surrounding areas. If a sharp object gets stuck in the wheel you can damage an expensive floor unknowingly which can make for a very irate wife or customer! Not really sure which one is worse, but lets try to prevent this by lining the floor with cardboard!

For those who don't have big pieces of cardboard another option is to use a drop cloth which is readily available at any home improvement center. While it is easier to use than cardboard it doesn't offer the same level of safety because it is not as thick and another co is that you will need someone to hold the cloth tight as you wheel the hand truck or it will just get all messed up.

Now don't just say forget the whole hand truck think, I will just move mu appliances and furniture by hand. That can cause a lot more damage than using a hand truck. WE are talking about damaging your back and stressing your muscles. So just stick to that hand truck and follow the ideas here and you will be glad you did!!

A heavy duty appliance truck is a must if you are in the moving business, don't even bother with a cheap one you will regret it. If you just use it for yourself you can just use a standard duty steel appliance truck