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What to Consider When Renting a Bounce House

Bounce houses are one of the most popular entertainments for small children. Individuals can now bring the fun and excitement to their own yard with rentable inflatables. The bright colors and themes are a sure-fire way to enliven any children’s event. However, there are some things to consider before renting a bounce house of which everyone should be aware.

Age Limits

Bounce houses should only be used by children between the ages of 6 to 12 for safety. Any child in a bounce house should be able to exit on their own and children under the age of 6 don’t have the coordination or motor skills required to navigate the inflatables.

Size Matters

It’s important to rent the right size bounce house for the ages and number of children that will be using it to ensure enough room to bounce safely. Children of the same approximate weight – or the same age – should be grouped together to mitigate inequities in force when youngsters are playing.

Insurance

It’s possible that a homeowner’s insurance policy will cover any potential injuries or property damage if the inflatable malfunctions, but check first. Always ensure that the rental company has insurance, what type and what’s covered.

Contracts and Waivers

Individuals will need to sign a waiver when the equipment is delivered to verify that they’ll take responsibility for the inflatable and how it’s used. Be sure to get a written contract, read it, and understand the terms before signing. Individuals shouldn’t sign any paperwork when the inflatable is delivered unless they’ve inspected it for damage. Never sign paperwork that says “as-is.”

Proper Positioning

The bounce house must be set up on level ground free of rocks, twigs and debris. It must be positioned away from close proximity with fences, structures, trees, and electrical lines. The inflatable must be secured to the ground and most companies will do this as part of the rental contract. A generator might need to be rented separately to adequately inflate the bounce house.

Supervision

A bounce house must have responsible adult supervision at all times to enforce rules. Those include no shoes in the bounce house and no sharp objects that might puncture the inflatable. That means checking the pockets of users. If rain or wind is present, remove the children to a safe location and turn off the generator that keeps the bounce house inflated.

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How do Bounce Houses Inflate?

Anyone that considers renting a bounce house must ensure access to electricity is available. There’s no way that home air pumps will generate the air required to sufficiently inflate a bounce house. High-powered, 5500-watt gas-operated generators, complete with a full tank of gas, are available to rent that have the needed strength to inflate all the cracks and crannies of a bounce house.

Essentially, a bounce house blower is a big fan that injects air into the bounce house through an air tube attached to the inflatable. Generators are either electrical or gas operated and are left running while children are using the entertainment. There are vents built into the inflatable to allow for the escape of air as children jump and bounce. A small amount of air will also be evacuated through the inflatable’s seams – even a brand-new bounce house.

Some people worry about over inflation, viewing a bounce house as little more than an oversize balloon, but it’s virtually impossible to overinflate a bounce house. Renting a generator from the same company as the inflatable ensures individuals have the right size generator for the job. The bounce house will inflate quicker and ensure firmness for optimal operation.

Once the bounce house has been inflated sufficiently, an adult will need to be on dedicated duty at the inflatable at all times. The individual will be responsible for enforcing safety rules. Users will need to remove their shoes before entering the bounce house and the adult will need to ensure too many children aren’t in the inflatable at the same time.

It’s important that children of approximately the same weight be grouped together to avoid inequities of force when youngsters jump. The adult will also be responsible for ensuring that no sharp objects enter the entertainment that could potentially puncture the bounce house. Never let children under the age of 6 use a bounce house as they lack the motor skills and balance required to be safe.

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Water Slide or Bounce House

It can be fun planning entertainments for a party. Hosts want to please their guests and ensure they have a good time, but not everyone enjoys the same types of activities. Water slides and bounce houses are the top two rental choices for events. Before making a definitive choice, it’s essential that individuals know and understand their guest list and situations that could cause issues.

Bounce House

Entertainments that are attractive to the younger set are fairly limited, but there are few youngsters that can resist the temptation to frolic in a bounce house. Exercise caution – children under 6 shouldn’t use a bounce house as they lack the balance and coordination to use it and can incur serious injuries.

A bounce house must have a responsible adult supervising its operation to ensure no sharp objects enter the entertainment and that too many children aren’t using it at once. That supervision includes keeping an eye on the weather and removing children to a place of safety if wind or rain is present.

Water Slides

Water slides are an extremely entertaining way to beat the South Florida heat. The shortest water slide is 14 high, which doesn’t sound like an extreme distance, but can be daunting to some younger children. They features a splash pool at the bottom for additional fun and a play area for those that don’t want to attempt the ladder to the top of the slide.

For older youngsters and adults, there’s a wealth of options from which to choose, including water slides that are highlighted by a 40 ft. drop and multiple lanes for friendly competition. Selections are offered with twists, turns, and splash down pool at the bottom. There are also water slides that can be set up to deposit merry-makers directly into a swimming pool.

Water slides are equally applicable for home parties, school and church fundraisers, and corporate events. Beware of the weather. If it becomes rainy or windy, everyone should immediately vacate the water slide.

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5 Bounce House Safety Rules for a Fun Party

Few youngsters can resist the springiness of a bounce house and it’s one of the most often sought inflatables for parties involving young children. They’re also one of the top rentals by church groups and non-profit organizations for community events. Before making the decision to rent a bounce house for a children’s party, there are 5 critical safety rules that everyone should know and enforce.

Adult Supervision

An adult should be present at all times when a child is in a bounce house. Never leave children unattended. The adult will be responsible for monitoring youngsters and ensuring that too many children aren’t in the inflatable at the same time. Inflatables also have weight limits for each child. Try to place children of a similar size in the bounce house at the same time.

Bounce houses are never safe for children under the age of 6 – they lack the coordination and balance needed to use them. Set rules that no tumbling, flips or wrestling is allowed and remove any child that doesn’t follow the rules.

Pick a Place

The location where a bounce house will operate is a critical safety component. The ground should be flat, free of sticks and rocks, and not set on any protrusions such as irrigation sprinkler heads. Never set bounce houses near sheds, fences or other type of structures. Take care that the inflatable isn’t near overhead electric lines or tree limbs.

Shoes and Sharp Objects

It’s important that youngsters remove shoes, jewelry and other items before they enter the inflatable. Be sure that children aren’t carrying anything in their pockets that could potentially puncture the bounce house.

Weather Concerns

Never let children in the bounce house in weather conditions that are rainy or windy, if lightning is seen, or thunder is heard. Wind that are strong enough to blow about small branches, dust or paper presents a danger to a bounce house and those using it. Have children exit and move them to a safe area.

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Best Entertainments for Kids Outdoor Parties

Anyone that’s ever hosted a kid’s party knows the advantages of holding it outdoors. Attendees can work off excess energy and cleaning up is much easier. There are any number of interest-grabbing entertainments of which individuals can avail themselves. Hosts can choose old-school games and activities or select inflatables for those that want to create a lasting impression.

Inflatables

The sheer selection of available inflatables can be overwhelming, with choices for kids of any age. There are bounce houses and water slides for the younger set. For older kids, there are 40-ft. high water slides, mazes, obstacle courses, and mechanical rides. Sports games are always popular and include bungee trampolines, rock walls, Zorb balls, mini golf and sumo arenas. Inflatable carnival games such as skee ball are also available.

Glam Party

For teen and tween girls, a glam party is sure to please. Professionals bring the salon to the home with make-up, nail and hair styles for any young woman.

Scavenger Hunt

Hosts don’t need to spend a lot to host a nature-based scavenger hunt. The activity can be as simple or elaborate as desired.

Water Balloon Fight

Water balloons are an excellent, budget-friendly activity. It’s a great way for youngsters to keep cool and water balloons are a perennial favorite for kids of all ages.

Limbo

While it may bring to mind memories of the 1950s for hosts, it requires little in the way of equipment and few kids can resist the body-bending activity.

Magicians

“Magic” mesmerizes young and old and it’s a particularly good option for younger generations.

Movie Night

This is a great activity for overnight parties during warmer months. It can be tailored to boys or girls and keeps attendees occupied. It can be accomplished with a very large outdoor TV or with a projector and sheet. Just serve some popcorn and let the show begin.

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Fall Carnival Party Rentals

carnival games

The changing of the seasons is often the inspiration for a fall carnival to mark the end of summer and the transition to autumn. Midway games are one of the most popular activities at carnivals and with enough space, any individual, business or organization can create a fall carnival.

Games

No carnival would be complete without a selection of games. People can choose from the classic ring toss, milk bottle knock down, and bean bag toss. There’s also the frog fling, and the perennial favorites of skee-ball, wack-a-mole, and Velcro axe throw. Don’t forget the ring-the-bell strong man challenge for kids. Sports fans can try their hand at the basketball throw or test their baseball throwing arm at the radar gun speed test.

Inflatables

The popularity of inflatables has continued to increase at professionally operated carnivals and they’re available as rentals. There are multiple models from which to choose, with dry slides being a favorite. Another option is Jacob’s Ladder that challenges people to climb a rope ladder to the top of an inflatable. Don’t forget an inflatable corn maze.

Booths

Brightly-colored booths can be rented to conduct any number of activities from a shooting gallery and tip-the-can to tic-tac-toe and Velcro bull’s-eye games. They’re an ideal way to keep game operators cool.

Dunk Tank and Cash Cubes

There are few people that can resist the allure of a dunk tank or cash cube. Dunk tanks are even better if local celebrities or officials agree to be dunked. Portable dunk tanks are collapsible and are always a favorite. No one can resist the opportunity to catch a few dollars with a cash cube.

Bungee Trampoline

For those that want the thrill of extreme sports without the risk, a bungee trampoline is ideal. The devices can accommodate up to 5 individuals. The harness and rope systems enable people to jump higher and perform maneuvers that wouldn’t be possible on an ordinary trampoline.

Kiddie Activities

Younger children can get in on the fun with inflatable bounce houses and toddler playlands that enable them to participate in multiple age-appropriate activities. Trackless trains provide fun travel throughout the carnival or as a stand-alone ride.

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Bounce House Safety

Bounce House Safety

A bounce house ensures hours of fun for children and is one of the most popular inflatables available for home use at parties. Safety for inflatables encompasses multiple components of which everyone should be aware.

Supervision

Children should never be left unattended in a bounce house. A responsible adult should always be on-site to monitor usage.

Placement

The proper placement is critical to ensure the safety of those using the inflatable. Bounce houses should always be placed on flat ground that’s free of rocks and sticks, along with other protrusions such as sprinkler heads. Bounce houses need to have sufficient room all the way around them for optimal operation. Stay away from fences and structures. The overhead environment is equally important, such as tree limbs and power lines.

Installation

Bounce houses are subject to movement simply from children playing inside and wind. Always ensure that bounce houses are secured to the ground with tie-downs.

Occupancy

Don’t allow too many children in a bounce house at the same time. When multiple children are using the inflatable, it’s important that they be similar in age and size. Bounce houses aren’t suitable for children under the age of 6. They may not have the strength, coordination or balance required to use it.

Shoes and Sharps

Children should remove their shoes, glasses, jewelry and other items before entering a bounce house, along with objects that may be in pockets that could potentially puncture the inflatable.

Set Rules

A bounce house is for bouncing. Make sure that children know that roughhousing, flips, tumbling and wrestling aren’t allowed. Remove any child that doesn’t obey the rules for the safety of all.

Weather

If the wind is blowing strong enough to blow around paper, dust or move small branches, it’s time to have children exit the bounce house. The same is true if it begins to rain.

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A Backyard Water Slide Can Save a Summer Birthday

Inflatable Waterslide

It can extremely difficult to plan birthday entertainments for tweens and teens. They’re at an age where they want adult style activities and aren’t typically fans of themed parties. That’s where an inflatable water slide can turn the tide to create a stand-out birthday bash. The wide range of available water slides makes them equally appropriate for adults and younger children.

There’s a water slide to accommodate any age group. Individuals can choose from a wide range of themes to thrill and delight younger children and water slides with multiple lanes are available to facilitate friendly competitions.

Varying heights are offered, from models with an 18-foot drop to those with a 40-foot drop. For little tykes, individuals can choose models with a 13-foot slide and unique ladder that’s easy for small children to climb. There are also water slides that will deposit partiers directly into an inground pool.

Inflatable water slides are highly portable and can be set up almost anywhere there’s enough room. The rental company drops it off, picks it up, and performs all the set up and the variety in waterslides is enormous. There are more than 70 models from which to choose and they’re an unexpected treat that guests won’t anticipate. There are endless ways to have fun with a backyard water slide.

A waterslide provides a way for party-goers to stay cool and refreshed during the hot days of summer. An added benefit is that the vinyl is soft, so even if a guest bangs up against the sides, they won’t sustain a serious injury – an important feature, especially for children’s parties.

Waterslides are an affordable option for injecting an extra level of fun into any event. Summer parties are typically held outside and when people get hot and sweaty, they get cranky. Party guests that are cool and feel refreshed have more fun.

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Kids Party Essentials

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Kids of all ages love a party, but it’s essential to have some party games and activities planned to keep them fully engaged. With the wide range of affordable inflatables available, a kid’s party can take many forms. Hosts can choose a waterslide for a beach theme, inflatable carnival games, or even a rock-climbing wall. The choices are almost endless and there are options for youngsters of any age.

There are inflatable mazes, virtual roller coasters and bungee trampolines from which to choose, along with robo surfers and skateboarding games. Guests can test their skills on a ninja wall, in Zorb balls, mini golf, human foosball and Hungry Hungry Hippo for younger children. Kids interested in tech-related activities can engage in interactive space activities, a disco dome, sumo arena or human size lawn games.

For those that prefer an old-school approach, there’s always musical chairs, bean bag toss, treasure hunt, and clothespin drop. Water balloon fights and variations such as water balloon bust is a great way to let kids have good, clean fun while staying cool. A bucket toss is always fun and an old-school approach introduces today’s kids age 5-12 to games with which they may not be familiar.

Pass the Parcel requires a little preparation, but it’s an especially fun game for younger children. The game can also be played so that every child receives a lollipop or other small prize so no one feels left out. An egg toss is popular with teens and tweens, especially if raw eggs are being used. A pinata always guarantees a good time – just be sure to keep other children far from the child swinging at the pinata.

There are party games and activities for children of any age and to accommodate any budget. It doesn’t matter whether hosts choose an old-school approach or opt for one or more inflatables for the party, children are sure to be pleased.

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Popular Carnival Games for your Event

The sights and sounds of a summer carnival can all be yours, right in your own backyard or neighborhood. There’s no need to stand in line under a blazing sun for tickets or pay exorbitant prices for refreshments. Anyone can rent inflatables to recreate all the fun of a carnival and amusements are available for all age groups.

Unique Activities

The Bungee Trampoline combines the fun of a trampoline with the sensations of bungee jumping. It can accommodate up to five people at one time for high-flying thrills. Another popular activity involves mechanical bulls, that have moved out of drinking establishments and into the realm of carnival games. You can also rent a rock-climbing wall or corn maze.

An extensive range of slides are available that can be operated wet or dry. There are options for younger children and 40 ft. tall water slides for the more adventurous. You can also offer merry-makers the option of machines where they can give surfing, snowboarding and skateboarding a try.

Games

Everyone loves the games on the Midway and it’s easy to recreate that fun with inflatable game booths and equipment for tic-tac-toe, fish bowl, milk bottle knockdown and many others. Attendees can play enduring favorites that includes wack-a-mole, skee-ball and balloon pop, along with basketball toss, Velcro axe toss and ring toss.

There are bounce houses and a Kiddie Striker Clown – the child version of the High Striker to ring the bell. Individuals can try their luck at the cash cube, dunk tank or speed cage with a radar gun. There’s also a trackless train, foam/snow cannons, bubble machines, and photo booths so guests can create a souvenir of the special day.

Food

Part of the fun of a carnival is the food selections that always seem to taste better than when prepared at home. You can eliminate intensive food prep by renting convenient food machines that include cotton candy, snowcone, popcorn makers, and hotdog steamers.

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