Residential inflatables are the perfect answer to get your kids to enjoy playing outdoors anytime of year. In order to protect you bounce house so it lasts for a very long time and is used safely follow the tips below.
Follow the Safety Instructions
Your bounce house should include a set of instructions and a safety warning label. These guidelines will tell you tings such as how to blow up and properly secure you bounce house, as well as the weight limits and user restrictions. Make sure to follow these guidelines when setting up, using and storing your bouncer.
Prep the Location
When selecting and prepping the area to blow up your bouncer consider the following:
- Distance from an outlet – Since bounce houses are “constant air inflatables” they will need to be plugged in during use. If you need to use an extension cord make sure that it is rated for the appropriate amps (blowers are between 3.8 and 9 amps, depending on the unit) and is the correct length.
- Level ground – It is best to set up your bounce house on a flat even surface.
- Clear of debris – Choose an area free of debris or potentially hazardous objects. If there is small debris on the ground pick up as much as possible. This will eliminate hazards to the children and protect the bouncer.
- Protective tarp – Lay down a tarp where you will place the inflatable. This will protect the inflatables from any debris that you may have missed which could puncture the bouncer.
Storage
When storing your bounce h0use there are some potential ways you could unintentionally damage the bouncer. Review the recommendations below to prevent such damage:
- Make sure the inflatable is dry – It is very important for your bouncer to not only be stored in a cool dry place, but also for it to be dry wen storing it. Mold and mildew, which damage the fabric and lining, can grow if there is still water in the inflatable.
- Do not drag – It is very important that you do not drag the bounce house to the storage location unless you are pulling it by the tarp it is on top of. This is important because dragging can cause rips or holes in the bottom as well as damage to the fabric you are using to pull.
If you take all of these steps and something still manages to happen to your bounce house don’t fret, there are ways to repair it. For rips along the seem use a wax tread and hook needle to sew up the rip, making sure to start about an inch before and an inch after the rip. For holes or rips in the bouncer fabric you can use tear aid patches available here.
Residential bounce houses are sure to provide your children with tons of fun if you take a little time to follow the simple steps above.
Where Should Store Inflatable Bounce Houses
Do you have a new inflatable rental business and can't think of where to store your inflatables? Or are you a small business operating out of your home? Here we cover some of the places you should consider storing your inflatables and some precautions to take when choosing your storage location.
inflatables generally do not take up too much space and therefore do not require a large storage or warehouse. A lot of startup inflatable rental businesses begin operation from their own home or garage. Storage in a garage is a very suitable place for those startup companies that have only a few inflatables. It is recommended to store the inflatables in a shaded, cool environment, so there is no damage caused by heat, sunrays,
water, or weather storms. Keep in mind you should never store the inflatables when they are wet so you want to keep them somewhere where they won't get wet and at the same time won't be damaged by excessive heat or sunrays.
As your business grows and your inventory of inflatables increases, you might want to consider expanding out into a warehouse or business building. Keep in mind these inflatables are
expensive equipments, and you do not want to leave them somewhere that might be susceptible to robbery. You definitely do not want to leave them in a storage area that has rats and other animals present that may be able to damage the bouncers. You should also consider the size of the area you have for storage and operation because it will be important when you start cleaning the inflatables. If you do not have a large enough area to inflate the inflatables and clean them at your storage area,
then you will have to clean the inflatables at the reservation location during pickup.