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Top Considerations When Selecting a Bed Cover for Your Pick-Up Truck

14 March 2017

Julian Caldwell

The widespread use of pick-up trucks in the construction industry is not something new. These utilitarian vehicles have for many years been used to transport site foremen or workers and small quantities of construction materials to the construction site or wherever they are needed. Because the materials and supplies carried in the bed of a pick-up truck are usually exposed to the elements and at risk of being stolen, it is a good idea to invest in a truck bed cover. If you have just purchased a new pick-up truck to use in your construction jobs, here are some important considerations you should make before buying a bed cover for your truck.

Locking mechanism

The main reason why construction contractors need to cover their truck beds is to protect the materials stored there from theft and weather elements. Therefore, it is critical to make sure that the locking mechanism of the bed cover that you will choose for your truck is effective at keeping the elements out. Locking mechanisms for utility truck bed covers vary depending on the type of cover you want. Most manual covers come with a built-in pull strap that engages the latch and lock system; while electric covers utilise electro-magnetic brake locks to secure the cover in position, with the operating switch being located in the cab, or in an external locking box. The choice is yours.

Longevity

Before you make any hasty decision on what bed cover is best for your pick-up truck, you should be informed that not all truck bed covers are similar in terms of quality. Some bed covers are made sturdy to last for years and years, whereas others will quickly become damaged after just a short period of use. Therefore, the expected lifespan of your bed cover should influence your decision on which type of product you should purchase.

Nobody knows what the future holds, but if you can see yourself needing a truck bed cover for a long duration, you had better pay extra for a premium-quality cover that will survive tearing and hardware damage for several years to come; if you only need a cover you can briefly use to protect your cargo from the rain during rainy days, a low-cost, less durable cover might get the job done, as long as it can protect your cargo from theft and the elements. 

Careful consideration when selecting bed covers for your pick-up truck is key to ensuring effective protection of your cargo from would-be thieves and weather-induced damage. Following the above-elucidated tips can go a long way in ensuring that you purchase the right bed cover for your vehicle. 

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