Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the price include set up and delivery?
The unit price does not encompass delivery charges. Each order will entail additional costs for cleaning and delivery, calculated at the conclusion of your purchase. Delivery fees vary based on location: In Pinellas County, the delivery fee ranges from $5 to $15 for distances up to 15 miles, and $20 to $75 for distances exceeding 15 miles. For Hillsborough County, the delivery fee ranges from $25 to $150, contingent on the proximity to our warehouse.
Q: Do you deliver to other cities?
Yes, but once again please be aware that due to rising gas prices and the possible need for an extra truck and labor that travel fees can be quite high. Please call our office for a current quote.
Q. Can you setup at parks?
Yes. Please use this checklist to assist you in determining if the park you are considering is suitable for inflatables.
[ ] Check with the park for any requirements regarding reservations, possible permits and insurance needs. We have listed most park departments as "additionally insured" on our general liability policy so that we are already on their approved vendor list.
[ ] Go to the site and confirm requirements are met for electricity, setup area size and site conditions are appropriate for the items rented. See Onsite Requirements below for details.
[ ] Electricity. Each inflatable ride requires at least one standard 110v outlet within 70 feet of each inflation blower. Though it may be possible to run two blowers off a 20 amp circuit, it is recommended to have only 1 blower per circuit. Even though there may be multiple outlets, they may be on the same circuit thereby sharing that circuit's limited power availability. Play it safe, because if you pop a circuit breaker at a park, there may be no park staff available to reset it during your event. See Power Needed below for more details like requirements for generators if needed.
[ ] Is there a load/unload space available for our truck?
[ ] What is the distance to the site from the load/unload space?
[ ] Can we use anchor stakes? Standard are 18” long while the size used for slides 36” long--both put in at an angle.
Q: Does the standard 4 hour rental time include your set up time?
No. We arrive early to set up so you get the entire rental time to play.
Q: Do we have to keep it plugged in the entire time?
Yes. A blower keeps air in the jump unit the entire time. Once unplugged the unit will deflate. This is why we require an outlet within 75´ of the unit or a generator. Longer cords can pop your circuit breaker so we bring our own heavy duty cords.
Q: How big are the jumps?
Most of our jumps (all of our character jumps for example) are 15´x15´ which is a little bigger than many companies rent. Please note the space required for each jump (listed near the large picture) as some are VERY big and require extra space. When in doubt, measure your space to make sure it will fit. Jumps need room to be staked and they need room for the blower and can´t rub against walls or trees as this may damage the jump. The sizes listed with each jump include the space needed for stakes etc. If you have stairs or a tiered backyard, please call our office to discuss options for setup.
Q: What about the big jumps? Are there any special requirements?
Check the requirements listed with each jump. Also, make sure you have at least a 4´ access to the area where it will be set up. The jumps can weigh up to 650 pounds so we need a clear path with ample room.
Q: Can we see a copy of your contract and safety rules?
Yes. There is a link on our website. You can also see it now by clicking here Safety Rules
Q: Are we responsible for the unit if it gets a tear or damaged in any way?
Yes and no. You are not responsible for normal wear and tear on our units. Seams may develop tears in high traffic areas over a period of time. If this happens please alert us at once so we can remedy the situation. If however, damage occurs due to failure to follow our safety rules or negligence (i.e. not turning off the blower in high winds) you will be responsible for all damages up to and including replacement of the unit/blower etc. which can cost thousands of dollars. We don´t want you or us to be in that situation which is why we have you sign and initial on all of our safety rules so that you can be the trained operator.
Q. How do I make a reservation?
We've made it easy with online equipment reservations that are available 24/7 or you may call our office during business hours. For large, multi-item events we recommend speaking with our friendly staff. A credit card is required to make online reservations. Click here to Place an order
Q. How far in advance should I make a reservation?
As soon as possible. Our availability changes daily and we cannot hold items without a reservation. We want to deliver the fun to everyone. However, the reality is we can only do so many deliveries each day--depending on locations, trucks and staffing. Planning ahead will guarantee your event. Online bookings within 5 days of Fri, Sat or Sun and within 3 days of Mon-Thu events must be confirmed by our staff outside of the automatic email sent after an order.
Q. What are your Payment and Cancellation policies?
All reservations must be secured with a non-refundable deposit. For orders less than $300, the minimum deposit is $1. For orders of $400 or more, the minimum deposit amount is 10% of the booking. For online orders we only accept payments using these credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. No personal checks, only business checks are accepted. All balances must be paid prior to delivery--unless agreed to in writing. For deposits paid by charge card, the balances due will be charged to the same card the week of the event. All monies received are non-refundable.
Cancellation Policy for Equipment Rentals
• For orders canceled more than 7 days prior to the event date, customers will receive a rain check equal to the amount paid for their order and made available for one year.
• For orders canceled within 7 days of the event date, the amounts paid will be forfeit unless cancellation is due to inclement weather conditions - see below.
Weather-Related Equipment Cancellations
Living in Florida, we understand the possible need to reschedule events or select a different unit due to weather. If the event-day weather is poor, there is no fee to cancel. The monies paid will be held as a rain check for one year, unless our crew has started their route. Once our crew leaves the warehouse, full payment is required and no rain check will be offered. If the rented equipment is substituted for something that costs less, the remaining balance paid will given in the form of a rain check. No refunds are given for cancellations.
Unless the weather is so bad as to risk our equipment, we leave the decision to cancel up to you on days in which there is a high chance of rain. Our main concerns are wind and rain. When winds blow higher than approximately 15 MPH, inflatables may become less safe.
Rain Checks
Rain checks are available to be used for another event within 1 year of the canceled event date. They are dependent upon item availability. Some reasons for which rain checks would NOT be given include:
• Lack of adequate electricity onsite.
• Cancellations once our personnel or equipment are dispatched.
• Site being unsuitable (not enough space, type of ground surface, unsafe, etc.).
• Lack of an adult being present to sign for the order during pre-arranged delivery time.
Q. How long can I rent the equipment?
Our standard rental prices are for periods of 4 hours (1-4 hrs.). Anything outside of 4 hours will automatically adjust the price. Our standard delivery hours range from 8 am to 7 pm for online bookings. We may decrease the hours available for online booking due to early sunsets. Delivery and take down times are outside of your rental period and not calculated into it. Overnight and multi-day options may be available for many items. Call to book outside of the standard rental periods.
**Please remember that inflatables are not recommended to be used after sunset unless extra lighting is used--porch lighting is generally not sufficient. **
Q. Do you deliver and setup the equipment?
Yes. Enjoy your party! Our uniformed crew will deliver and set up the inflatable rides for safe and proper operation.
Q. When will you deliver our rental?
You may expect a call from us giving you a more specific time a day or two before the event. We generally start deliveries at 8 am and have all rentals setup before their start time. The pickup window begins at your end time and may extend until 9 pm or even later on occasion. If we deliver your items early you receive free play time as you will only be charged for your rental time. If you select the Priority order option, we will work with you in delivering your equipment within a 1-2 hour window before your start time. This is common for events at parks. Please have an adult onsite at the arranged time as our crew usually has other customers waiting for their equipment as well.
Q. Are you insured?
Yes and a great question to ask any inflatable rental business. Fun 4 All Inflatables Inc DBA Bay Bounce is fully insured. We can provide a copy of the insurance policy upon request. The lessee or customer shall be in charge of monitoring each unit, unless specified otherwise. Fun 4 All Inflatables Inc DBA Bay Bounce is not responsible for any injuries occurring to those using the rental equipment. As always, use at your own risk.
Q. Do you have a minimum order amount for rental deliveries?
Yes. For delivery to most areas in our region the minimum order amount is $135.00.
Q. What are the Additional Order options?
Damage Waiver: For 7% of your rental fee we will waive any damage that happens to our equipment during your rental excluding intentional damage or theft. The exclusion includes Silly String, permanent marker and cleaning fees as well.
These are found on the Event Info page when you order.
Q. What are the onsite requirements for inflatables and games?
Site Access: There must be a clear access route from our vehicle to your site (3' min width for bounce houses, 4' for larger units). Stairs, steep banks or obstructed pathway can cause delays or possibly prevent equipment setup.
Site Conditions: The space requirements, including height, are listed online for each item. The site needs to be flat. Pet droppings, debris and any objects that may interfere with the use of, or cause damage to, the rental equipment must be removed. Please rake recently mown grass. Our crew will not clean or prepare the site.
Ground Surface: Grass is best, but hard surfaces like concrete may work too. Dirt or rocky soils are not acceptable and will be assessed a minimum $100 cleaning fee if used. The ground surface choice may not be changed once our crew is dispatched as specific materials are required for each ground surface type and may prevent setup of the equipment. Stakes will be used in grass unless otherwise specified. For your safety, once the unit is setup it may not be moved.
Onsite Adult: There must be an adult available onsite to sign for the rental equipment and to direct where the unit will be setup. The signer will receive instruction on the proper operation requirements of each rental piece. Our crews usually have a tight schedule and may not be available to wait for an adult to show up.
Q. How much power is needed?
Inflatable rides require a standard 110v outlet within 70 feet of each inflation blower. NO EXTENSION CORDS are allowed. Check each unit's page for how many inflation blowers it requires. The blowers must run continuously and work best when being the only item plugged into an electric circuit (there may be multiple outlets running on each circuit). If adequate power is not available one of our generators may be available to rent. For customers supplying their own generators, they must be at least 3500 running watts per outlet needed. Call for details. (Concessions and games may use an extension cord up to 100' long.)
Q. Is the equipment supervised?
The rental cost does NOT include an operator. Customers are to provide adult supervision or, for an additional fee, our crew may be hired to monitor the equipment or supervise the event. During the ordering process you may see "Attendants: 1" on an item's page. This is to inform you how many people are required to monitor that unit--NOT how many we will provide.
Q. Are your inflatables safe and clean?
Yes. We use the safest designs made by reputable manufacturers. Each inflatable is cleaned and disinfected between rentals. They are inspected onsite to ensure they are safe and ready.
Q. How many kids (or adults) can jump at a time?
In general, most of the standard sized Bounce Houses and Combos can have (6-8) five-year old's. Add a couple more for the larger bounce houses. For older kids, decrease the number of riders. Much of it depends on how excitedly the kids are jumping and being observant of how they are playing together. For safety, have similarly-sized riders jumping at the same time. The standard bounce houses and units with "Kid" in their title are not recommended for adults. However, the interactives, giant slides and larger obstacle courses are great fun for teens and adults. Check the rules printed on the front of each inflatable for details.
Q. What are the staffing choices?
Attendants may be hired to monitor the operation of any rental item or be event staff.
Supervisors are an overall monitor for all our rented equipment at the event. They provide training for your volunteers on operating the equipment and make sure everything is operating smoothly and safely. They do not monitor individual items.
Each is dressed in our logo shirt.
Q. May I tip the crew or performer?
Thanks for asking. Tipping is always welcome and always optional. If you would like to show your appreciation of their efforts, they would most certainly be grateful.
Still have a question? Call or Write: LetsJump@baybounce.com 727-385-3025
Q: Does the price include set up and delivery?
The unit price does not encompass delivery charges. Each order will entail additional costs for cleaning and delivery, calculated at the conclusion of your purchase. Delivery fees vary based on location: In Pinellas County, the delivery fee ranges from $5 to $15 for distances up to 15 miles, and $20 to $75 for distances exceeding 15 miles. For Hillsborough County, the delivery fee ranges from $25 to $150, contingent on the proximity to our warehouse.
Q: Do you deliver to other cities?
Yes, but once again please be aware that due to rising gas prices and the possible need for an extra truck and labor that travel fees can be quite high. Please call our office for a current quote.
Q. Can you setup at parks?
Yes. Please use this checklist to assist you in determining if the park you are considering is suitable for inflatables.
[ ] Check with the park for any requirements regarding reservations, possible permits and insurance needs. We have listed most park departments as "additionally insured" on our general liability policy so that we are already on their approved vendor list.
[ ] Go to the site and confirm requirements are met for electricity, setup area size and site conditions are appropriate for the items rented. See Onsite Requirements below for details.
[ ] Electricity. Each inflatable ride requires at least one standard 110v outlet within 70 feet of each inflation blower. Though it may be possible to run two blowers off a 20 amp circuit, it is recommended to have only 1 blower per circuit. Even though there may be multiple outlets, they may be on the same circuit thereby sharing that circuit's limited power availability. Play it safe, because if you pop a circuit breaker at a park, there may be no park staff available to reset it during your event. See Power Needed below for more details like requirements for generators if needed.
[ ] Is there a load/unload space available for our truck?
[ ] What is the distance to the site from the load/unload space?
[ ] Can we use anchor stakes? Standard are 18” long while the size used for slides 36” long--both put in at an angle.
Q: Does the standard 4 hour rental time include your set up time?
No. We arrive early to set up so you get the entire rental time to play.
Q: Do we have to keep it plugged in the entire time?
Yes. A blower keeps air in the jump unit the entire time. Once unplugged the unit will deflate. This is why we require an outlet within 75´ of the unit or a generator. Longer cords can pop your circuit breaker so we bring our own heavy duty cords.
Q: How big are the jumps?
Most of our jumps (all of our character jumps for example) are 15´x15´ which is a little bigger than many companies rent. Please note the space required for each jump (listed near the large picture) as some are VERY big and require extra space. When in doubt, measure your space to make sure it will fit. Jumps need room to be staked and they need room for the blower and can´t rub against walls or trees as this may damage the jump. The sizes listed with each jump include the space needed for stakes etc. If you have stairs or a tiered backyard, please call our office to discuss options for setup.
Q: What about the big jumps? Are there any special requirements?
Check the requirements listed with each jump. Also, make sure you have at least a 4´ access to the area where it will be set up. The jumps can weigh up to 650 pounds so we need a clear path with ample room.
Q: Can we see a copy of your contract and safety rules?
Yes. There is a link on our website. You can also see it now by clicking here Safety Rules
Q: Are we responsible for the unit if it gets a tear or damaged in any way?
Yes and no. You are not responsible for normal wear and tear on our units. Seams may develop tears in high traffic areas over a period of time. If this happens please alert us at once so we can remedy the situation. If however, damage occurs due to failure to follow our safety rules or negligence (i.e. not turning off the blower in high winds) you will be responsible for all damages up to and including replacement of the unit/blower etc. which can cost thousands of dollars. We don´t want you or us to be in that situation which is why we have you sign and initial on all of our safety rules so that you can be the trained operator.
Q. How do I make a reservation?
We've made it easy with online equipment reservations that are available 24/7 or you may call our office during business hours. For large, multi-item events we recommend speaking with our friendly staff. A credit card is required to make online reservations. Click here to Place an order
Q. How far in advance should I make a reservation?
As soon as possible. Our availability changes daily and we cannot hold items without a reservation. We want to deliver the fun to everyone. However, the reality is we can only do so many deliveries each day--depending on locations, trucks and staffing. Planning ahead will guarantee your event. Online bookings within 5 days of Fri, Sat or Sun and within 3 days of Mon-Thu events must be confirmed by our staff outside of the automatic email sent after an order.
Q. What are your Payment and Cancellation policies?
All reservations must be secured with a non-refundable deposit. For orders less than $300, the minimum deposit is $1. For orders of $400 or more, the minimum deposit amount is 10% of the booking. For online orders we only accept payments using these credit cards: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. No personal checks, only business checks are accepted. All balances must be paid prior to delivery--unless agreed to in writing. For deposits paid by charge card, the balances due will be charged to the same card the week of the event. All monies received are non-refundable.
Cancellation Policy for Equipment Rentals
• For orders canceled more than 7 days prior to the event date, customers will receive a rain check equal to the amount paid for their order and made available for one year.
• For orders canceled within 7 days of the event date, the amounts paid will be forfeit unless cancellation is due to inclement weather conditions - see below.
Weather-Related Equipment Cancellations
Living in Florida, we understand the possible need to reschedule events or select a different unit due to weather. If the event-day weather is poor, there is no fee to cancel. The monies paid will be held as a rain check for one year, unless our crew has started their route. Once our crew leaves the warehouse, full payment is required and no rain check will be offered. If the rented equipment is substituted for something that costs less, the remaining balance paid will given in the form of a rain check. No refunds are given for cancellations.
Unless the weather is so bad as to risk our equipment, we leave the decision to cancel up to you on days in which there is a high chance of rain. Our main concerns are wind and rain. When winds blow higher than approximately 15 MPH, inflatables may become less safe.
Rain Checks
Rain checks are available to be used for another event within 1 year of the canceled event date. They are dependent upon item availability. Some reasons for which rain checks would NOT be given include:
• Lack of adequate electricity onsite.
• Cancellations once our personnel or equipment are dispatched.
• Site being unsuitable (not enough space, type of ground surface, unsafe, etc.).
• Lack of an adult being present to sign for the order during pre-arranged delivery time.
Q. How long can I rent the equipment?
Our standard rental prices are for periods of 4 hours (1-4 hrs.). Anything outside of 4 hours will automatically adjust the price. Our standard delivery hours range from 8 am to 7 pm for online bookings. We may decrease the hours available for online booking due to early sunsets. Delivery and take down times are outside of your rental period and not calculated into it. Overnight and multi-day options may be available for many items. Call to book outside of the standard rental periods.
**Please remember that inflatables are not recommended to be used after sunset unless extra lighting is used--porch lighting is generally not sufficient. **
Q. Do you deliver and setup the equipment?
Yes. Enjoy your party! Our uniformed crew will deliver and set up the inflatable rides for safe and proper operation.
Q. When will you deliver our rental?
You may expect a call from us giving you a more specific time a day or two before the event. We generally start deliveries at 8 am and have all rentals setup before their start time. The pickup window begins at your end time and may extend until 9 pm or even later on occasion. If we deliver your items early you receive free play time as you will only be charged for your rental time. If you select the Priority order option, we will work with you in delivering your equipment within a 1-2 hour window before your start time. This is common for events at parks. Please have an adult onsite at the arranged time as our crew usually has other customers waiting for their equipment as well.
Q. Are you insured?
Yes and a great question to ask any inflatable rental business. Fun 4 All Inflatables Inc DBA Bay Bounce is fully insured. We can provide a copy of the insurance policy upon request. The lessee or customer shall be in charge of monitoring each unit, unless specified otherwise. Fun 4 All Inflatables Inc DBA Bay Bounce is not responsible for any injuries occurring to those using the rental equipment. As always, use at your own risk.
Q. Do you have a minimum order amount for rental deliveries?
Yes. For delivery to most areas in our region the minimum order amount is $135.00.
Q. What are the Additional Order options?
Damage Waiver: For 7% of your rental fee we will waive any damage that happens to our equipment during your rental excluding intentional damage or theft. The exclusion includes Silly String, permanent marker and cleaning fees as well.
These are found on the Event Info page when you order.
Q. What are the onsite requirements for inflatables and games?
Site Access: There must be a clear access route from our vehicle to your site (3' min width for bounce houses, 4' for larger units). Stairs, steep banks or obstructed pathway can cause delays or possibly prevent equipment setup.
Site Conditions: The space requirements, including height, are listed online for each item. The site needs to be flat. Pet droppings, debris and any objects that may interfere with the use of, or cause damage to, the rental equipment must be removed. Please rake recently mown grass. Our crew will not clean or prepare the site.
Ground Surface: Grass is best, but hard surfaces like concrete may work too. Dirt or rocky soils are not acceptable and will be assessed a minimum $100 cleaning fee if used. The ground surface choice may not be changed once our crew is dispatched as specific materials are required for each ground surface type and may prevent setup of the equipment. Stakes will be used in grass unless otherwise specified. For your safety, once the unit is setup it may not be moved.
Onsite Adult: There must be an adult available onsite to sign for the rental equipment and to direct where the unit will be setup. The signer will receive instruction on the proper operation requirements of each rental piece. Our crews usually have a tight schedule and may not be available to wait for an adult to show up.
Q. How much power is needed?
Inflatable rides require a standard 110v outlet within 70 feet of each inflation blower. NO EXTENSION CORDS are allowed. Check each unit's page for how many inflation blowers it requires. The blowers must run continuously and work best when being the only item plugged into an electric circuit (there may be multiple outlets running on each circuit). If adequate power is not available one of our generators may be available to rent. For customers supplying their own generators, they must be at least 3500 running watts per outlet needed. Call for details. (Concessions and games may use an extension cord up to 100' long.)
Q. Is the equipment supervised?
The rental cost does NOT include an operator. Customers are to provide adult supervision or, for an additional fee, our crew may be hired to monitor the equipment or supervise the event. During the ordering process you may see "Attendants: 1" on an item's page. This is to inform you how many people are required to monitor that unit--NOT how many we will provide.
Q. Are your inflatables safe and clean?
Yes. We use the safest designs made by reputable manufacturers. Each inflatable is cleaned and disinfected between rentals. They are inspected onsite to ensure they are safe and ready.
Q. How many kids (or adults) can jump at a time?
In general, most of the standard sized Bounce Houses and Combos can have (6-8) five-year old's. Add a couple more for the larger bounce houses. For older kids, decrease the number of riders. Much of it depends on how excitedly the kids are jumping and being observant of how they are playing together. For safety, have similarly-sized riders jumping at the same time. The standard bounce houses and units with "Kid" in their title are not recommended for adults. However, the interactives, giant slides and larger obstacle courses are great fun for teens and adults. Check the rules printed on the front of each inflatable for details.
Q. What are the staffing choices?
Attendants may be hired to monitor the operation of any rental item or be event staff.
Supervisors are an overall monitor for all our rented equipment at the event. They provide training for your volunteers on operating the equipment and make sure everything is operating smoothly and safely. They do not monitor individual items.
Each is dressed in our logo shirt.
Q. May I tip the crew or performer?
Thanks for asking. Tipping is always welcome and always optional. If you would like to show your appreciation of their efforts, they would most certainly be grateful.
Still have a question? Call or Write: LetsJump@baybounce.com 727-385-3025