General Information
Renting a Bounce House or Inflatable Party Equipment
Bounce Houses come in all sizes and shapes. Determining which bounce house is right for your party will depend on the space you have available, the age of your guests, and whether your party is indoors or outdoors. From character themed bounce houses to giant water slides, there is something available for everyone.
We offer safety information and suggestions for what to expect when renting a bounce house or other piece of inflatable equipment.
Choosing the right bounce house company.
Most people when shopping for a bounce house rental company look for the company with the cheapest price. This is not necessarily the best idea. Cheap may mean dirty or old equipment. It also may mean that the company you are doing business with has not filed their business paperwork or have insurance. A well run bounce house company will deliver on time or call if they are delayed. We at Mega Fun Balooza will make sure that the bounce house is situated in a safe and accessible location and has been properly cleaned. We will properly secure the bounce house and make sure it is running properly before we leave.
Cleanliness means that the bounce house is clean, sanitized and has no off odor. Bounce houses can really stink if they are put away improperly. All our Inflatables are not only cleaned they are sanitized. This proccess insures a clean and healthy enviroment and reduces the chances of mold and bacteria.
Selecting the right piece of equipment
When selecting inflatable equipment for your party, you'll want to consider the age of your guests. It's not a good idea to allow a wide range of ages to use a bounce house or using a piece of inflatable equipment at the same time. Smaller children have a hard time bouncing with larger children.
You'll also want to determine whether you have the space for a particular bounce house. This includes the height of the bouner. You don't want to conflict with trees or overhead wires. If you setting up in a building most bouncers are taller than the ceiling height of a typical room in your home. A cathedral ceiling may work, but you will want to measure to be absolutely sure. You'll also need space around the bouncer to allow for staking or sandbagging. No one wants the bounce house running into walls or fences. So allow plenty of room considering that bounce houses can sway a bit. Locate the bounce house where little bare foot or socked feet will not have to run over difficult terrain. Do not plan to place a bounce house or other piece of inflatable party equipment on a slope. They were designed to be operated on level ground. If you don't have a large enough level area, consider relocating your party to a local park or someone else's backyard.
If you are renting a water slide or other water feature, you'll want to be prepared for the runoff. Most water slides require that water run continually. If this water can't drain away quickly enough you'll end up a with pool of water which will quickly form into a muddy mess.
Just let us know what surface you plan to set the bouncer on, so that we can tell you if it is appropriate or not. Especially if planning to set up on sand, gravel, or dirt.
Setting Up and Choosing a Location
Let us know what surface you plan to set the bouncer on, so that we can tell you if it is appropriate or not. Parking lots are usually fine if there area is free from oil spots that could get tracked into the bounce house. We can also provide a tarp to go between the ground and bouncer. We do this to protect the bounce house.
Determine whether you have electricity available for the bounce house blower. Bounce house blowers can be plugged into most 3-prong electrial outlets. We don't use more than one extension cord and make sure that the cords for water slides are well away from any water. If you don't have electricity near where the bouncer will be poistioned, you may run one extension cord. We have this service and can supply this. If electricity is not available, we can also rent you a generator for an additional charge.
A delivery fee may be charged depending on location to have our company deliver your bounce house. The equipment is heavy and unweildy. Moving it into position can be a challenge, which usually requires a heavy dolly and a lot of muscle. You'll also be assured of proper set up if once our company representative sets the bounce house up. Our company will be in charge of picking up and dropping of the bounce house. We usually deliver in a truck or van since even small bouncers can be 6 feet long and 2-3 feet in diameter when wrapped properly. Once we pick up we need to rewrap the bouncer, which is an acquuired skill to get it as small as it originally came. The bouncer is then taken back to our facility and completely sanitized and cleaned for future use. You can rest assured our equipment is well maintained.
Plan on an extra delivery charge if you require delivery outside of the city or town where our company is located. Our company may also charge for set up on sand, which is very hard on bounce houses, or dirt, which often requires greater effort to clean the bounce house. Make sure to provide us a phone number we can call the day of event just in case we are unable to find your address. Even in the age of Mapquest this still happens.
Feel free to ask us about the cancellation policy of our company. We are always available to answer any questions you may have.
This will vary according to where you are located and other factors such demand and time of year. Most companies require a deposit. Usually this is a set fee or 25% of the rental. Make sure you understand the terms of any deposit and all the fees you will be charged.
What if I Damage the Bounce House?
If the bounce house is damaged, you will be expected to pay for repairs. Don't allow children to use silly string anywhere near a bounce house. It damages the vinyl and you could be in for a sizable repair bill. Most often problems arise because bounce houses are not properly supervised. An adult should always be visually monitoring the bounce house or inflatable equipment. This is true even for parties involving teenagers. Teenagers are the most likely users to break rules and do dangerous stunts. They often feel that an inflatable slide or other piece of equipment is their opportunity to do extreme stunts in safety. Bounce houses and inflatable equipment were not designed for extreme stunts. It is NOT safe to misuse them.
Mega Fun Balooza is fully insured, however you are responsible to monitor the bounce house, so to avoid any possible accidents. Use common sense. Our delivery staff will attempt to set up your bounce house in a safe spot, it's your job to say something if a guest does not follow our saftey procedures and use of bouncer. You're also responsible for removing children and deflating a bounce house if the wind becomes too strong. Don't operate a bounce house when wind is gusting or steady at 25 MPH or greater. For a complete list of safety suggestions, read our Safety Rules page. No one wants to have children injured at a party, so whether you have company representative monitoring the equipment or not, you should keep an eye on things. It's just common sense.
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