From plumbing equipment to new appliances, you might haul all sorts of cargo for construction and remodeling projects. When deciding how to get materials from one destination to another, consider investing in a flatbed trailer. The open design of the trailer bed is beneficial for the following reasons.

Why Use a Flatbed Trailer?

1. Ease of Loading & Unloading

When multiple people are moving items at once, having a flatbed trailer expedites the process. Unlike enclosed trailers, flatbed models don’t have walls or ceilings. As goods can be loaded and unloaded from the sides or the back, there’s no need for everyone to wait to use one opening. Heavy cargo can be loaded and unloaded from above using a forklift or crane, which prevents injuries from manual lifting.

2. Lower Shipping Costs

Without confined containers, flatbed trailers can hold large shipments of roofing materials, car frames, and other awkwardly shaped items. There are also models with low deck heights to accommodate items several feet tall. Plus, extendable flatbeds add more feet of length. This makes it possible to get all materials to the destination in one or two trips, which can help keep shipping costs low.

3. Convenience

When transporting cargo on an enclosed trailer, you’ll need a loading dock to drop off and pick up goods. Flatbed trailers are suitable for any job site. Without sides or a ceiling, the trailer can be pulled into residential driveways and commercial lots for loading and unloading.

To take advantage of the benefits of owning a flatbed trailer, contact the professionals at Trailer Factory Ohio. Located in Burbank, OH, and serving clients throughout Wayne County, the company sells high-quality, durable products by PJ Trailers®, Sport Haven®, and other reputable brands. Visit the trailer dealer online to shop their selection of new and used merchandise, or call (330) 410-5670 to ask inventory questions.