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Here's What Our Customers Have To Say:

Flower Town Party Rentals testimonial: Bryce H. shaking hands with a Bouncewave representative in front of a large black trailer, showcasing successful business partnership

Flower Town Party Rentals

Bryce H.

"Blake and the team at BounceWave go above and beyond. We have purchased multiple bounce houses and slides from Bouncewave! All have been the highest quality. We just purchased a diamond back dolly and we are very impressed with the construction quality and the ease of use. If you are debating purchasing from Bouncewave, do yourself a favor and just do it. You will not be disappointed!!!"

Bounce With It Inflatables testimonial: Eddie D. standing beside a large tropical-themed inflatable water slide with vibrant blue, pink, and green colors, showcasing impressive outdoor entertainment setup

Bounce With It Inflatables

Eddie D.

"Austin and the team at BounceWave have been great. As someone new to the industry, their customer service and patience when fielding all my questions is what sets them a part from the competition. They have over 16 years experience in the rental industry which was super helpful for a newbie like myself and gives them an edge when manufacturing. Plus their slides are just fire!!! Just picked up three new units in December."

Big Time Slides testimonial: Dale R. with colorful tropical-themed inflatable water slide, showcasing vibrant blue and pink design for outdoor entertainment

Big Time Slides

Dale R.

"BounceWave has been AMAZING! I am new to the inflatable business. I got started by buying a few units from other companies before I discovered BounceWave. I have been able to build a relationship with Austin and it’s been awesome to work with him. He is always there when I need him. As for their products, I don’t think you will find a better built product. When it comes to looks, I don’t think anyone else in the business comes close. If you are new to the business, don’t make the same mistake I made. Let BounceWave be your first and last call. You won’t be disappointed!"

Carlitos House of Bounce: Carlos S. and colleague standing in front of a black trailer with colorful logo, showcasing mobile inflatable business

Carlitos House of Bounce

Carlos S.

"As a bounce house owner, you look for style, material, and quality. I honestly can say my customers and myself are never disappointed. When it comes to water slides, bounce houses, combo slides are always prefect. If you are looking for greatness look for BounceWave."

BounceWave Inflatable Sales is the industry leader in design and quality for all of your commercial grade inflatable needs. With 20+ years in the inflatable rental industry, we know what rents. We use this experience to design and build captivating, operator-friendly, high-quality products, which is the key to success in the inflatable rental industry. We have helped over 500+ start-ups smash their business goals and look forward to helping you succeed with your business!

Frequently Asked Questions: The Inflatable Rental Business

What is an Inflatable Rental Business?

An Inflatable Bounce House Rental Business is a business with high income potential. Through the guidance of an industry expert like BounceWave and the right products, your bounce house business can be very fruitful. Party rental business products include commercial inflatable water slides, bounce houses, obstacle courses, bounce slide combos, chairs, tables, and more!

How much does it cost to open an Inflatable Rental Business?

The cost of owning a bounce house business is dependent on many different factors. This can include the level of risk that the owner is willing to take, the specific type of business that they are running, and what they are trying to accomplish.

The average inflatable purchased from BounceWave costs around $2,900.00. The ideal budget to open a bounce house rental business is $10,000-$20,000. This will give the opportunity to build an adequate inventory of bounce houses, water slides, combo units, chairs, tables, and the required accessories to operate the inflatables. Although this budget is ideal, it is not required by any means. Many of our repeat customers start out with a budget of $5,000 and grow from there, by starting with the right products. Our team is happy to help advise on first products to purchase if you are a new company while staying in your budget.

What are the risks of owning an Inflatable Rental Business?

The Party Equipment Rental Business has a moderate risk factor. Because of the nature of the business, it is important to ensure that the products that you provide meet the required safety measures based on state regulations. Additionally, it is important to only purchase inflatables that are ASTM certified (all BounceWave products follow ASTM Guidelines)

Liability insurance is a must when operating an inflatable rental company. If you need assistance finding the right insurance provider, check out our article on reputable liability insurance providers or ask a BounceWave Team Member.

What Makes an Inflatable Commercial Grade?

Inflatables have evolved over the years, not only in popularity, but also in the process by which they are built. So how can you be sure that you are purchasing a commercial inflatable that has been built to last?

For consumers looking to purchase a bounce house, the options are mainly big box stores such as Walmart, Amazon, Sam’s, and Target. These units weigh less and cost less making them attractive to consumers, but they are not commercial grade. These versions are small, made of lightweight vinyl, and are put together with a single stitch pattern.

So what makes a commercial inflatable different? First, they are made to last for years with continuous use. They are made with a thicker, heavier, more durable PVC vinyl usually of 18oz or 15oz weight. Commercial grade inflatables have larger intakes that require larger blowers for more air pressure. They have a double stitch pattern with triple stitching at all stress points. Stress points are crucial because they take the most abuse and are usually found at the entrance and corners of the bounce house. Additionally, the velcro and liners on a commercial inflatable are upgraded.

If you have any questions about our commercial inflatables, feel free to reach out to BounceWave Inflatable Sales. With many years of experience, it’s our pleasure to help you with all of your commercial inflatable needs.

Why is BounceWave the best company to purchase inflatables from?

In recent years, the inflatable party rental industry has exploded all across the United States. Choosing the best brand with not only the best quality, but also the most attractive-looking inflatables can be imperative for your business to find success.

When choosing the best company to purchase a commercial inflatable from, there are several things to consider.

The first area to examine is the quality of the vinyl used to build the inflatable. A high-quality inflatable will be built with 15oz or 18oz PVC vinyl. You want to be sure the entire inflatable is built with 15oz or 18oz vinyl, as many manufacturers will put oxford material or 8oz vinyl in non-stress areas. This can make your inflatable easily susceptible to rips and tears. For the longevity of your inflatable, make sure you’re choosing a brand whose products are made with the correct commercial-grade vinyl. 

Lastly, stitch patterns and zippers for deflation are also something to look for when choosing a high-quality inflatable manufacturer. Some manufacturers understitch patterns that do not hold as well and lose air. Also, having the proper amount of zippers for deflation is imperative for getting the air out when rolling up your bounce house.

Most manufacturers only have two zippers for deflation; here at BounceWave Inflatable Sales, we use a minimum of four zippers to make the deflation process quick and easy for you and your customers. BounceWave also ensures the best brand and quality with Plato 15oz vinyl for each of our units and the closest stitch pattern in the industry. For any questions or to purchase a high-quality bounce house call BounceWave Inflatable Sales today at (888) 901-9283!