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While you do want your party to be the talk of the town, you also want to keep your guests safe. To help you with this area, below are some Party Safety Tips and Frequently Asked Questions to keep in mind while renting our bouncers:
1. Is adult supervision required? 2. What kind of surface do I need? 3. How big of a walkway do I need around the bouncer? 4. Can I enjoy food or beverages in the bouncer? 5. Do I need electricity, and if so, how much does it use? 6. What is proper jumping attire? 7. What actions are not allowed in the bouncer? 8. Can I move the blower or bouncer once Fun Time has set them up? 10. How many kids can be in a bouncer at once? 11. Can kids rest inside the bouncer? 12. What do I do with my sprinklers for the day? 14. How much does it cost to rent a bouncer? 15. Can I have a bouncer in a park? 16. What time do you drop off and pick up the bouncer? 17. How much room do you need to get the bouncer into my yard? 19. When do I need to make reservations? 20. How long does it take to set up and take down a bouncer? 21. Can I have a bouncer in my driveway? 22. Can I have the bouncer overnight? 23. Can I rent a bouncer on a holiday? 24. Can I have my event indoors? 25. How do I make a reservation? 26. Do you deliver to my area? 27. How do I know you will for sure show up?
1. Is adult supervision required? Adult supervision is required to be present while the bouncer is being used by your guests. A Safety Checklist will be given to you when the rental contract is signed, the checklist will be in the bin provided to you where shoes and other objects are kept, and each bouncer has these preventative measures printed directly on them. DO NOT allow children to be in the bouncer without supervision. Back
2. What kind of surface do I need? You will need a flat and level surface which is free of sharp objects both on the ground and around the area. Most bouncers reach at least 15' tall, therefore be aware of where tree limbs and electrical lines may be hanging. (Slight slopes are okay). Surfaces that are okay consist of: lawns (must be dry grass and sprinklers must be turned off and covered to avoid puncturing the bouncer), concrete, asphalt, or level dirt. Also, if we install a bouncer on anything other then grass, we will need to become creative with ways to secure the bouncer using ties to nearby sturdy objects such as trees, fences, etc.
3. How big of a walkway do I need around the bouncer? A walkway area of a minimum of 2' around the bouncer is required and a slightly larger area in the front area is recommended so your guests have room to prepare for entry.
4. Can I enjoy food or beverages in the bouncer? No food, beverages, gum, silly string, or pets are allowed inside the bouncer. If it's not a human being in a pair of socks, it doesn't belong in the bouncer. We will charge a $25 cleaning fee for bouncers that are picked up with more then the usual pieces of grass, dirt, or leaves in it. Gum, pen markings, ketchup, cake, punch, etc. require time to get up off of the entire surface of the bouncer, so a cleaning fee is charged for out of the norm grime left behind.
5. Do I need electricity, and if so, how much does it use? A 110 volt outlet is necessary to inflate the jumper. If you do not have an electrical outlet nearby, a generator is available for an additional fee. See the "Misc Equipment" tab for pricing information. As for electrical usage, it only costs about 15 cents per hour. Also, some bouncers require two blowers to inflate them, therefore we will need two outlets which are preferably on different circuits. Garage outlets usually work best.
6. What is proper jumping attire? All participants must remove their shoes, jewelry, eyeglasses, barrettes/hair clips, zippers on the outside of clothing, or any other sharp object before entering the bouncer to help reduce an injury to themselves, another guest, or the jumper. As for what to wear, wear something comfortable like sweat pants and socks are a big plus to protect from rubbing your skin off while playing.
7. What actions are not allowed in the bouncer? When your guests are in the bouncer, flips, wrestling, running, or climbing on the nets and walls is prohibited. This includes bouncing against the side walls or entrance, and bouncers with slides requires the guests to slide down feet first in the sitting position.
8. Can I move the blower or bouncer after Fun Time has set them up? Do not attempt to move the bouncer or the blower once it has been set up by our staff. If you need to make some adjustments, please contact us immediately at 888 711-JUMP.
Should the blower stop, have the guests exit the bouncer in an orderly fashion. Check to make sure the circuit breaker has not tripped and also check to make sure debris has not clogged the blower intake. Once the blower starts up again, the guests may enter the jumper once it has fully inflated.
10. How many kids can be in a bouncer at once? Only guests of compatible age and size should be in the bouncer at the same time. The standard 15' x 15' inflatable can handle approximately 6-8 guests at one time. Mixing riders of different sizes and/or ages can increase risk of injury.
11. Can kids rest inside the bouncer? Do not allow guests to sit or lay down inside the bouncer when other riders are bouncing. Should a rider jump and lose their balance, they may land on the sitting or laying guest and injure someone.
12. What do I do with my sprinklers for the day? If you will be having the bouncer in a yard that contains automatic sprinklers, please turn your sprinklers off the morning before we arrive and turn them back on once the bouncer has been removed from your property. The more water that it is in your yard, the more chance of mud and such can be tracked into the bouncer, and remember, if the bouncer is picked up filthy, we charge a $25 cleaning fee.
If rain rolls into town while your bouncer is being used, remove your guests from the bouncer and turn off the blower until safe conditions return. In the event it has rained, please towel off the blower completely before turning it back on to help avoid an electrical accident. Also, before your riders get back into the bouncer, wipe the bounce area dry as well. Although most bouncers do have roofs on them, they are not waterproof and become very slick with any liquid on them. In the event of rain before we show up, we will call you to discuss options. In the event we have to cancel due to weather, your full deposit will be refunded.
14. How much does it cost to rent a bouncer? Costs vary depending on how long you want to keep the bouncer and what style you choose. A 15'x15' bouncer starts at $70 for a full day rental and they go up in price all the way up to $215 for the waterslides. Obviously the more elaborate the bouncer, the higher the price. See our Jumpers page for pricing information and the Packages page for fantastic package deals.
15. Can I have a bouncer in a park? Absolutely, but keep in mind that some city's require a permit and that is your responsibility to obtain any permits necessary. Also, not all parks come with an electrical hookup so you will have to rent a generator from us or bring in your own. Call us for generator requirements if you want to supply your own.
16. What time do you drop off and pick up the bouncer? Rental hours are 8 hours or less depending on your party schedule and our last pick up is at 8p. We may need to drop off the bouncer earlier in order to make a packed delivery schedule, but if a specific pick up time is needed, just let us know. You will only be charged for the hours you book and delivery and setup times do not count towards your allotted window. Unfortunately we cannot pick up all of our customers at 8p so the customers who book first will get the later time spots and the last minute customers will be scheduled as we can fit them in. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
17. How much room do you need to get the bouncer into my yard? A standard 36" gate works, but the more space we have to work with, the better! Some of the bigger bouncers weigh up to 450 pounds and are difficult to maneuver in tight areas, so the more room you can give us, the faster we can get in, set up, and get out of the way of your anxious guests.
Yes, plus all parties will sign a Party Rental Agreement.
19. When do I need to make reservations? As soon as you know your date, that's when we recommend you make your reservation so you can get the bouncer of your choice. Although we do have same day delivery, those summer months leave slim pickings for those who call at the last minute.
20. How long does it take to set up and take down a bouncer? It only takes about 15 to 30 minutes to set up the smaller units, but the bigger units can take anywhere from 45 to 60 minutes depending on the area we have to work with. The large units come in pieces that connect together so there are more parts to deal with. As for how long it takes to tear one down, well, believe it or not a bouncer can crumble to the ground like a rag doll in just seconds! The actual pushing of the remaining air, rolling up, and moving it out takes about the same time depending again on which unit we are working with.
21. Can I have a bouncer in my driveway? If you have a two car driveway that is pretty straight with only a slight to no slope, more then likely. Your driveway will need to be free of oil or other fluids often leaked from vehicles, we need a nearby structure to tether to so the bouncer doesn't bounce out of your yard, and the entire area needs to be free of tree limbs and electrical wires. A good span over head is about 18' on most models.
22. Can I have the bouncer overnight? Yes at an additional charge and with some stipulations. First, the bouncer must be in a locked and secured backyard. Fun Time Party Rental has the right to cancel an overnight reservation at any time if we feel our property may be at risk of being damaged or stolen, and we can also deny an overnight reservation of the service at any event. Keep in mind that a simple bouncer costs approximately $3500 to $4000 to manufacturer, and if any damage or loss happens, our inflatable will need to be replaced as stated in the Rental Contract.
23. Can I rent a bouncer on a holiday? Yes excluding the evenings of 4th of July and New Years Eve.
24. Can I have my event indoors? Absolutely! If you've got a space that big, we'd love to set up indoors where you won't have to worry about the curve balls from Mother Nature, blowing leaves, and the like. Keep in mind that there will be a blower (or two depending on which unit you want) and that it makes noise, but with the laughter and screaming, we doubt you'll even notice the blower!
25. How do I make a reservation? That is simple! Just give us a call at 888 711-JUMP (5867) and let us know your date, time, location, what bouncer you'd like, if you want any tables and chairs, concessions machines, games, balloon decor and so on. Once those details are done, we'll take a 25% non-refundable deposit to hold all of your items and then we'll see you at the event!
26. Do you deliver to my area? If you live in Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, or Los Angeles County, the answer is more then likely! Call us at 888 711-JUMP to find out for sure.
27. How do I know you will for sure show up? Let's put it this way...if we didn't show up and make your event the best ever, would you use us again? Would you tell all of your friends, family, and coworkers about us? Would you rant and rave about how great we were? Of course you wouldn't, so why would we put our name on the line like that? We've had our own events too and we understand 100% what you are going through and that's why we can guarantee that we will be there on-time with smiles on, looking professional, and ready to help kick your event off without a hitch!
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