• What if it rains?
• If rain is likely, we will cancel the booking.  If the forecast is less certain, we will make a final discernment the day of the party. While it's true that rain can damage the equipment, the primary concern is safety for the kids.  Wet/Slippery surfaces will increase the odds of injury.  The good news is Inflate-A-Koll does not require a deposit like most other amusement rental companies.  If we have to cancel due to weather, you don't pay a dime.
• What if it's windy out?
• We setup the bounce houses per the manfacturer's explicit safety instructions, requiring the house to be secured with heavy-duty steel stakes.  However, wind can be extremely powerful and unpredictable (we live in the Windy City, after all).  The industry standard: if the wind is gusting at 20 mph or more, no one should be allowed in the bounce house and it should be deflated until the winds abate.  Again, safety first. If it seems very windy (swaying trees are a telling sign to look for), the bounce house should not be used.
• How big are the bounce houses?
• Both of our current bounce houses are 15x15 feet.  For safe supervision, you should allow 5-10 feet of extra space in every direction, beyond the size of the actual bounce house.  Don't forget to account for the height of the bounce houses (around 20-25 feet).  Keep an eye out for trees and wires that may interfere when the bounce house is fully inflated.
• How many kids can bounce at one time?
• This answer will depend on the size of the kids.  If your bouncers are all in the toddler/Pre-K range (2-5 years old), the bounce house can safely be used by up to 6-10 children.  All children should be supervised at all times while using the bounce houses.
• Can  we set up the bounces on a slope?  In the street?
• The flatter the surface, the more secure the bounce house will be.  If your yard has an extreme slope, we should schedule an inspection prior to the day of the party to ensure the area is suitable.  We can set up the bounce houses in the street, using sandbags at the anchor points or by extending the stake tethers to reach the grass, depending on the width of the street.
• What time do you setup and teardown?
• We like to setup early, so you can focus on enjoying your party. We will return to teardown the equipment before sunset.  If you have any special time restrictions, please make us aware of them and we will work with you.
• What if someone gets hurt?
• Please attend to the injured user first and ensure they receive proper medical attention, as needed.  The bounce houses are 100% use-at-your-own-risk.  The Inflate-A-Koll rental agreement explicitly states that Inflate-A-Koll is not responsible for any injuries or adverse consequences incurred by using our equipment.  It is your responsibility to ensure the equipment is used safely.  You will hold Inflate-A-Koll completely harmless in the unfortunate event of an injury sustained while using our equipment.