There's a huge market for inflatables. While the big companies sell inexpensive bounce houses, specialty companies like ours offer more costly, larger models. There aren't many resources that will help you comprehend the options available to you.
How do you start? What are the most suitable options, and where can you buy a bounce house without having to worry about being over-priced or scammed? Don't worry your parents! Pogo can help you locate what you are seeking.
Let's take you through the different tiers of bounce houses in the market, and provide an example. At the end of this quick guide, you'll have a better understanding of bounce houses and what to look for.
The Three Tiers of Bounce Houses
In the beginning, you'll be able to comprehend the different levels, or grades of bounce houses. The following is a comprehensive guide for navigating the different levels of bounce houses that we recommend you read. We'll also provide you with a nickel tour.
The most affordable bounce houses are those mentioned previously as retail bouncers. They are available in the box stores as well as on websites. They're not expensive however the old saying that you pay what you're getting for certainly applies here. You may be able to purchase a bounce house retail in one summer, however, not two.
Retail bouncers can be very beneficial. If your kids are less than six, these bounce houses are an excellent way to get their feet into the doors. And their affordability allows you to determine the frequency at which your children will be able to use their bounce house as well.
Next up are vinyl inflatables that cross over. We're biased, but they're a massive step up from traditional bounce houses sold at retail. They are more expensive than smaller retail versions and are more sturdy and safer.
If you take good care of it, a vinyl crossover will last your kids from age six to their teens. It is very easy to fix any damage, and you can easily find spare parts and accessories.
The last but not least inflatable bouncer are well they're probably not what you're looking for. Commercial bounce houses are made for heavy use in events that require party rentals. They're made to stand the rigors of daily use, getting loaded into trucks and getting bounced on continuously. They can be skipped when you're not a rental operator or are planning to regularly use them.
What are the needs of your family?
That last bit about the different types of inflatables was hopefully helpful and all however, don't jump the gun and purchase a bounce house just yet. It is also important to consider your family's requirements and consider the benefits when you own a bounce house.
Most inflatables, except for retail bounce houses, are huge. Inflatables can be hundreds of pounds, and require an unloader or hand truck to move them. Cleaning your inflatable slide, but it can be a challenge at first. Once you are confident with the process, you will soon become proficient.
Setting up and taking down the bounce house are two-person jobs, that's for sure. Small retail bouncers are able to be set up with just one person, but they're not suitable for bigger kids. Anything that is large enough for children older than six will to need two people in order to be able to work. Take into consideration the requirement for assistance from an adult.
It is also important to ensure that you have a secure place to place your bounce house when it's not in use which is particularly crucial in areas with cold winters. Your bounce house must be kept dry, warm, and clean such as a garage.
It is also important to consider how often your children will use the bounce house. If you can only realistically think of them using it once per summer, it might be an ideal idea to contact an operator of party rentals in your town and ask about the cost. If you think they'll use it three or four times in a summer, though, you'll save money long term purchasing it on your own.