Well if you have a wheelbarrow or can get one easily then id say give it a shot. Ive never damaged mine and It may help with your back to not have to bend and lift as far. I put the container in the wheelbarrow along with the mix so its not like im shoveling out of the wheelbarrow.I tried tarps.... until I destroyed them with a shovel. I don't really like using my driveway, but it's the only hard surface i have where I won't destroy a lawn and not damage other stuff. .... Plus I can sweep it when I'm done