Are bounce houses a good investment?
How much profit can an inflatable bounce house business make? Industry research indicates an average of 1.5 rentals per week, which comes out to $188 per week per bounce house. If you invest in 4 bounce houses, your business will draw in about $750 per week.
Is it safe to use inflatables indoors?
We get asked all the time, “can you put a bounce house inside?” The answer to that question is a resounding “Yes!”
Can inflatables be on concrete?
A bounce house can be set up and used on concrete if the area is relatively flat and solid. It’s recommended that a tarp be placed under the bounce house to protect from rubbing and wearing thin against the concrete. Sandbags, water bags, or concrete blocks can be used to anchor the bounce house in place.
Can bounce house Blower get wet?
The bounce house may be able to get wet, but the blower and electrical cords can not. Water getting into the blower could damage the unit, it’s best to keep water away from it. Be careful covering the blower completely though.
Should I put a tarp under my bounce house?
Before you roll out your bounce house, you should lay out a tarp on the ground that’s large enough to completely separate the bounce house from the grass. In other words, if the footprint of your bounce house is around 14′ x 14′, you’ll want a tarp that’s at least 14′ x 14′, or even 15′ x 15′.
How much wind is too much for a bounce house?
Most manufacturers recommend that a bounce house not be used when winds reach 25 mph. Amberg said his company shuts down use — often to the dismay of customers — when winds reach 15 to 20 mph.
Do bounce houses use a lot of electricity?
The good news is that despite the size of the blower and the loud sound it makes it doesn’t require much electricity to run. It will cost approx. $0.16 per hour to run a medium size bounce house blower.
What to do with a bouncy castle if it rains?
During heavy rainfalls children do need to come off the equipment, as the bed of the inflatable and the mats will become slippery. No one wants any children to fall over and hurt themselves. But the inflatable should stay inflated to allow the rain to run off more quickly.
Are inflatable water parks profitable?
Although it’s a very profitable business, there are few difficult aspects, but by having a proper business strategy and a good plan, you will be successful. How to start an inflatable water park business?
Can you put bounce house on rocks?
First, you will need to decide what suitable locations are available. Find a relatively flat area on grass, concrete, or asphalt within 50 feet of a standard electrical outlet. We cannot setup the bounce house on rock/gravel, mulch, sand, mud, tanbark, or anything sharp.
How long can bounce house stay on grass?
The average commercial bounce house rental lasts approximately six to eight hours, while some might last for a full 24 hours. That’s not usually enough time to cause any significant damage to your lawn.
Can a bounce house fly away?
Yes, a bounce house can fly away if not secured correctly with stakes at least 18 inches long or sand bags at least 40 pounds in weight. Even with proper securing, strong winds can pull stakes out of the ground and blow a bounce house away. A bounce house should never be used in winds above 20 MPH.
How cold is too cold for a bounce house?
We strongly advise against setting up your bounce house in temperatures below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The lack of flexibility means there’s a higher risk of someone getting hurt. And using your bounce house in cold weather exposes it to serious risk of damage, too.
Can I plug a bounce house to my house?
Most bounce houses, whether you buy or rent, will come with a blower rated for 115 volt. A blower rated for 115V can be plugged into a normal residential household outlet. If no outlet is available, the next best option is to use a generator producing the correct voltage.
What size generator do you need to run a bounce house?
The bounce house is going to need a surge of power to blow up; so, add 1955. The total watts needed is 3410. I’d recommend the 3500 watt generator. Below are common generator rental sizes with the average cost to rent.