How much does bouncing castle cost?
A commercial bounce house typically costs between $1,000 and $3,000, on average. Other commercial grade inflatables can cost even more.
Does a jumping castle use a lot of electricity?
How much electricity do they use? Between 1kw & 2.5kw dependent on the castle. Typically they will use less than 20 units for an entire day inflated. Each jumping castle requires its own plug point if you hire more than one castle.
Can bouncy castle flying 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.
Can a jumping castle get wet?
Yes most jumping castles do have shower and sun cover to protect the the jumping castle from the heat in summer time however in the event of rain the cover does help however it is not 100% water prove therefore you are best to keep your eye out on the forecast for the day of your party.
Can you put a bounce house on concrete?
A. A bounce house can be set up in many different places on your property. The surface must be mostly flat and relatively firm – grass, concrete, and asphalt are all acceptable.
How do you inflate a bouncy castle?
Unpacking & Inflating a Bouncy Castle
- Unfasten the strap.
- Locate the funnel.
- Put the funnel over the fan (do not attempt to fasten to the deflation tube).
- Securely fasten the funnel to the fan using the buckle strap, ensuring the funnel is straight and untwiested.
- Tie off the deflation tube or funnel.
Do you need a generator for a bounce house?
The simple answer is: No, you do not need a generator to run a bounce house. Bounce houses come with a heavy-duty three-prong plug that will fit your home electrical outlet. Generators are only necessary where there is no access to an electrical outlet.
How much does it cost to run inflatables?
(about $0.97 USD per day.) An average 20′ inflatable will cost 1.32 x 0.12 = 16 cents per hour to run.
Should a jumping castle be tied down?
Most bouncy castles are top heavy and it is very important that they are tied down securely so that they don’t lean to one side or even topple over in the event of power loss or extreme weather conditions.
What is too windy for a bouncy castle?
When setting up, carry out the following safety checks in line with the inflatable’s operator manual: No inflatable should be used in winds above 24 mph (38 kmph), which is Force 5 on the Beaufort Scale (small trees in leaf begin to sway) Certain inflatables may have a lower maximum wind speed for operation.
How much room do you need for a jumping castle?
The most common size for a bouncy castle is 12ft by 12ft or 12ft by 15ft but this is the size of the bouncy castle not the size of area that the bouncy castle requires. You will need extra space for the fan, blower tube, Safety mats, impact area, anchor pegs, etc…
Can you put a bouncy castle on concrete?
The bouncy castle may be able to go on concrete or tarmac, but only if there is a suitable way to secure it, which we usually do by drilling and using thunderbolts.