HOW SAFE IS YOUR BOUNCE HOUSE RENTAL?
Ever wondered just how safe is your bounce house rental?
When it comes to children’s birthday parties, bounce houses and water slides have gained an enormous amount of popularity across the United States.
These inflatable play structures are not just isolated to backyard rentals like the early days of the bounce house. Today, they are used as entertainment at all kinds of events and venues, including churches, schools, corporate events, community events, family reunions, and more.
With the rising demand of bounce house rentals, there are inflatable rental companies opening at a staggering rate across the country. With the increase of bounce house rentals, there is also a notable increase in bounce house-related injuries.
Most Americans hear about this incidents when a bounce house blows away and it is reported by a local or national news outlet. What the general public doesn’t hear about are the injuries that do not make the news but occur each weekend across the country.
These injuries can be as minor as a scratch and escalate to more serious injuries such as a sprained ankle or broken arm.
A vast majority of these injuries could have been avoided by hiring the right bounce house company and following some simple rules.
So, let’s start with what to look for when hiring a bounce house company. When hiring your bounce house rental company, you want to be sure the company you select is licensed and insured. When the bounce house rental company is insured, it is a benefit, not only to the customer but also to the rental company for liability purposes. It also ensures the rental company is following the proper safety procedures and rules and regulations of the insurance company. Many small bounce house companies will not be licensed and insured simply because of the expense and accountability. Once you have selected your bounce house rental company, the following should be considered and inquired about prior to the hired company leaving after set up.
1-Proper inflation: If the unit sags or will collapse in the middle when pushing on the corner pillar, there is not enough air being pushed into and held by the unit.
2-Proper anchoring installation- At the corner of every bounce house, there are anchoring straps. For grass setup, each corner strap should be anchored using a 12-inch stake, preferably made of rebar. Note: Pay attention to small plastic stakes, which are not designed to anchor the bounce house. For concrete setup, each corner anchor point should have a 50 lb sandbag attached.
3-The condition of the unit- Check netting for big holes or large tears.
4-Ground Levelness- An ideal set up is on level ground. A slight grade or slope is acceptable but must be almost unnoticeable.
5-Power/ Electricity- Make sure a 12 gauge extension cord is utilized and the power supply is not overloaded.
There are also many injuries that are no fault of the rental company. These injuries can be greatly reduced when these simple rules are followed:
-Adult Supervision is a must!
-All loose clothing, jewelry, glasses, etc. should be removed. -Clothing should be tied when necessary.
-Same sized and aged children should use the bounce house.
-No flipping, climbing the netting, or extreme horseplay allowed.
-Be vigilant to weather and winds approaching 15 mph. Deflate bounce house immediately.
These simple steps in the bounce house rental company hiring process, as well as supervision during the event, will help ensure your party is safe and fun for all. At Joy Bounce House these are some of the safety measure we apply for every rental!!!
These inflatable play structures are not just isolated to backyard rentals like the early days of the bounce house. Today, they are used as entertainment at all kinds of events and venues, including churches, schools, corporate events, community events, family reunions, and more.
With the rising demand of bounce house rentals, there are inflatable rental companies opening at a staggering rate across the country. With the increase of bounce house rentals, there is also a notable increase in bounce house-related injuries.
Most Americans hear about this incidents when a bounce house blows away and it is reported by a local or national news outlet. What the general public doesn’t hear about are the injuries that do not make the news but occur each weekend across the country.
These injuries can be as minor as a scratch and escalate to more serious injuries such as a sprained ankle or broken arm.
A vast majority of these injuries could have been avoided by hiring the right bounce house company and following some simple rules.
So, let’s start with what to look for when hiring a bounce house company. When hiring your bounce house rental company, you want to be sure the company you select is licensed and insured. When the bounce house rental company is insured, it is a benefit, not only to the customer but also to the rental company for liability purposes. It also ensures the rental company is following the proper safety procedures and rules and regulations of the insurance company. Many small bounce house companies will not be licensed and insured simply because of the expense and accountability. Once you have selected your bounce house rental company, the following should be considered and inquired about prior to the hired company leaving after set up.
1-Proper inflation: If the unit sags or will collapse in the middle when pushing on the corner pillar, there is not enough air being pushed into and held by the unit.
2-Proper anchoring installation- At the corner of every bounce house, there are anchoring straps. For grass setup, each corner strap should be anchored using a 12-inch stake, preferably made of rebar. Note: Pay attention to small plastic stakes, which are not designed to anchor the bounce house. For concrete setup, each corner anchor point should have a 50 lb sandbag attached.
3-The condition of the unit- Check netting for big holes or large tears.
4-Ground Levelness- An ideal set up is on level ground. A slight grade or slope is acceptable but must be almost unnoticeable.
5-Power/ Electricity- Make sure a 12 gauge extension cord is utilized and the power supply is not overloaded.
There are also many injuries that are no fault of the rental company. These injuries can be greatly reduced when these simple rules are followed:
-Adult Supervision is a must!
-All loose clothing, jewelry, glasses, etc. should be removed. -Clothing should be tied when necessary.
-Same sized and aged children should use the bounce house.
-No flipping, climbing the netting, or extreme horseplay allowed.
-Be vigilant to weather and winds approaching 15 mph. Deflate bounce house immediately.
These simple steps in the bounce house rental company hiring process, as well as supervision during the event, will help ensure your party is safe and fun for all. At Joy Bounce House these are some of the safety measure we apply for every rental!!!
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN RENTING AN INFLATABLE WATER SLIDE.
Waterslide rentals are becoming very popular across the United States?
Waterslide rentals are becoming very popular across the United States and for good reason. Water slides bring an enormous amount of fun for all ages and provide a great way to cool off during those hot summer months. For many years, a single lane 12 ft water slide was the standard going to the backyards of homes across America on any given weekend morning. Over the years, like everything else, the water slide, along with the clients that rent them, have changed drastically. Water slides have become such an attraction that, today, even hotels and resorts are either purchasing or renting them to entertain their guests, children and adults alike.
Water slide rentals have also become popular in the local schools. Teachers and Administrators are renting water slides for events such as Water Day to reward students for good behavior and grades. Schools have also found that water slides create a great fundraising opportunity instead of the typical candle and candy sales. A water slide is a great addition to a school’s festival. Local churches have also come together to rent water slides for special events to entertain children, thus creating interest in the church for having family fun activities. Water slides also work great for youth group activities and outreach events to the community to help attract new members. There has also been a rising number of corporate events with water slides. Companies are finding value in family events and renting a water slide to entertain employees and their families. There are numerous uses for water slides and they always prove to be a hit, no matter the event or venue. Here are some things to consider when renting a water slide:
1-SPACE: You must have adequate space to put the water slide. Measure the space you have ( length and width). Also be sure to consider height as some water slides are very tall.
2-TYPE OF SLIDE: When renting a water slide, the 3 major factors you must consider are budget, age group of participants, and space. Entry level slides usually range from 12 to 15 ft in height, 12 ft in width, and 25 feet in length. The cost to rent is between $280 and $520 for the day. Entry level slides work well for younger children , ages 4 to 7, and believe me, they will be used all day. Medium size slides range from 15 to 18 ft tall and can be rented with a single or double sliding lane. Double sliding lanes tend to be more popular since 2 kids can go down at one time. Medium size slides are usually 12 to 13 feet wide and 27 to 35 feet long. They have larger pools and higher sitting platforms. The larger water slides average 18 ft to 30 ft tall. Most large water slides are 2 piece units which means you have a slide section and a slip and slide section that join together. Large slides are great for older children because they are much steeper, faster, and have higher sitting platforms.
3-ACCESS TO WATER: In order to use a water slide, you will need access to continuous water during the entire time of the rental. If your water access is restricted, please take this into consideration before renting a water slide.
4-ELECTRICITY: Depending on the size of the slide you rent, you will need adequate power. Ask your rental company how many blowers and what horsepower blowers the unit requires. The average 1 HP horsepower blower uses 9 amps of consistent current and most large units take 2 blowers. Since most homes have 15 amp circuits, you will need separate breakers available to power the blowers.
5-SETTING UP: Level ground – make sure the setup area for your slide is mostly level. It can have a very slight slope or grade. Also advise your rental company what type of ground you want the unit set up on such as grass, concrete, or dirt. These all require different types of equipment for set up. Anchoring – Keep in mind that large spikes, 12 to 30 inches long, are driven into the ground to secure the slide. When choosing a location for your slide, take into consideration underground pipes and irrigation.
Remember to keep these considerations in mind when renting your waterslide and you will find the process to be very simple and your event will be a success.
Water slide rentals have also become popular in the local schools. Teachers and Administrators are renting water slides for events such as Water Day to reward students for good behavior and grades. Schools have also found that water slides create a great fundraising opportunity instead of the typical candle and candy sales. A water slide is a great addition to a school’s festival. Local churches have also come together to rent water slides for special events to entertain children, thus creating interest in the church for having family fun activities. Water slides also work great for youth group activities and outreach events to the community to help attract new members. There has also been a rising number of corporate events with water slides. Companies are finding value in family events and renting a water slide to entertain employees and their families. There are numerous uses for water slides and they always prove to be a hit, no matter the event or venue. Here are some things to consider when renting a water slide:
1-SPACE: You must have adequate space to put the water slide. Measure the space you have ( length and width). Also be sure to consider height as some water slides are very tall.
2-TYPE OF SLIDE: When renting a water slide, the 3 major factors you must consider are budget, age group of participants, and space. Entry level slides usually range from 12 to 15 ft in height, 12 ft in width, and 25 feet in length. The cost to rent is between $280 and $520 for the day. Entry level slides work well for younger children , ages 4 to 7, and believe me, they will be used all day. Medium size slides range from 15 to 18 ft tall and can be rented with a single or double sliding lane. Double sliding lanes tend to be more popular since 2 kids can go down at one time. Medium size slides are usually 12 to 13 feet wide and 27 to 35 feet long. They have larger pools and higher sitting platforms. The larger water slides average 18 ft to 30 ft tall. Most large water slides are 2 piece units which means you have a slide section and a slip and slide section that join together. Large slides are great for older children because they are much steeper, faster, and have higher sitting platforms.
3-ACCESS TO WATER: In order to use a water slide, you will need access to continuous water during the entire time of the rental. If your water access is restricted, please take this into consideration before renting a water slide.
4-ELECTRICITY: Depending on the size of the slide you rent, you will need adequate power. Ask your rental company how many blowers and what horsepower blowers the unit requires. The average 1 HP horsepower blower uses 9 amps of consistent current and most large units take 2 blowers. Since most homes have 15 amp circuits, you will need separate breakers available to power the blowers.
5-SETTING UP: Level ground – make sure the setup area for your slide is mostly level. It can have a very slight slope or grade. Also advise your rental company what type of ground you want the unit set up on such as grass, concrete, or dirt. These all require different types of equipment for set up. Anchoring – Keep in mind that large spikes, 12 to 30 inches long, are driven into the ground to secure the slide. When choosing a location for your slide, take into consideration underground pipes and irrigation.
Remember to keep these considerations in mind when renting your waterslide and you will find the process to be very simple and your event will be a success.
LEARN MORE ABOUT INFLATABLE BOUNCE HOUSES.
Can you believe that the first bounce house was called the Space Pillow?
That’s what John Scurlock named the vinyl material that covered tennis courts after seeing some of his employees jumping on it. John was a mechanical engineer from Louisiana and made 18oz vinyl into a bounce house. Today, inflatable bounce houses are called many different names by the general public. You will often hear them being referred to as moonwalks, bouncy castles, moon bounce, etc. Bounce houses are generally made with 18oz vinyl and are stitched with industrial threading. There are chambers inside called baffling that directs the air to keep the structure inflated. Over the years, your basic bounce house castle has evolved. Today you can rent or purchase a bounce house with many designs, from animals to construction designs, as well as, the most popular themes such as your Disney and Nickelodeon favorites. There are many manufacturers to purchase bounce houses from, as well as other types of inflatables. Most inflatables are manufactured in Asia and America. Bounce houses come in many different sizes, from the smaller 10’x10’ houses to the larger 20’x20’ houses. The most common sizes for rental companies range from 13’x13’ to 15’x15’. These units hold an average of 4-8 children at a time depending on the size of the inflatable. The most popular venues for bounce houses are generally at events where children are. You will find children at your local church or school for festive events and celebrations.
Bounce houses also work well to keep children busy at other types of events such as weddings, baby showers, and corporate events. Today, the most popular use for bounce houses are at children’s birthday parties. Due to the popular demand and the abundance of children’s birthday parties in every city across United States, many entrepreneurs took advantage of the opportunity to open the bounce house rental market. The bounce house rental companies purchase the inflatables at an average cost of $1,500 to $3,000 in hopes of renting the bounce house to the market at about $100 per rental. Some companies have a simple approach and operate their companies as a part time
Bounce houses also work well to keep children busy at other types of events such as weddings, baby showers, and corporate events. Today, the most popular use for bounce houses are at children’s birthday parties. Due to the popular demand and the abundance of children’s birthday parties in every city across United States, many entrepreneurs took advantage of the opportunity to open the bounce house rental market. The bounce house rental companies purchase the inflatables at an average cost of $1,500 to $3,000 in hopes of renting the bounce house to the market at about $100 per rental. Some companies have a simple approach and operate their companies as a part time