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You can pay by check, cash, or credit card. We accept VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. When you make your reservation, we'll ask you how you'd like to pay and take care of the details at that time. We do require a deposit at booking. |
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Yes. We require a 50% deposit to secure your reservation. We hold ourselves to high standards of customer service and this allows us to commit the equipment to you, and ensure that it's delivered and set up properly. If you need to cancel your event, we will work you with to reschedule it and apply the deposit towards the rescheduled event. |
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Our standard rental rate covers up to four hours of use. You can arrange to use the equipment longer for an additional fee. We don't charge less for less than four hours because of our delivery and setup costs.
We will normally set your equipment up at least an hour before the starting time of your event. Early setup or late takedown as a result of our delivery schedule does not count towards your hours of use. |
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The amount of room required varies with each piece of equipment. As a rule of thumb, you should add 5' to the width and 10' to the length of any inflatable (the width and length are the measurements shown with the pictures on the Rentals and Entertainment pages). We are happy to discuss space requirements when you make a reservation.
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For the safety of the participants, each piece of our equipment requires at least one adult supervisor at all times. Some or our larger pieces, such as slides and obstacle courses, require at least two adult supervisors. We cannot over-emphasize the need for adult supervision at all times. We will answer any questions you have about supervision when you reserve the equipment. FunRent can furnish staff for your event for an hourly fee as well. |
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Yes! We deliver the equipment, set it up safely, and come back to take it down at the end of your event. We will cover the safety rules and equipment guidelines with you and make sure everything is in good working order before your event starts. Within the Greater Seattle/Eastside area, the cost of delivery is included in your rental. Set up normally takes about 30 minutes per piece of large equipment. We provide service throughout Washington and into Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. |
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| You can pick up food machines, carnival games, prizes, and other non-inflatables can be picked up from us at our Redmond, WA warehouse. However, we always deliver and setup inflatable equipment. Professional setup by trained staff is the first step to ensuring the safety of your event. There are other vendors who allow customers to pick up and setup inflatables. Much of our equipment is extremely heavy and requires specialized handling techniques. We do not believe allow clients to pick up and set up inflatables to be in the best interest of safety. |
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Most inflatables run off a regular 110v outlet on a 20 AMP circuit – this is usually what you would consider a “normal plug” in most homes and businesses. If you are renting large equipment or multiple inflatables, we are happy to discuss the power needs with you ahead of time.
We rent generators for an additional charge for events in parks or at locations without sufficient power. Each inflatable must be within 60 feet of the power source (outlet or generator). The power needs of our non-inflatable equipment varies – we'll go over it with you when you make a reservation.
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Inflatables
can be placed on grass, pavement, hardwood or carpet - indoors or out. We prefer to set up on grass because it is safest for the users.
Most of our
sports games
should go indoors on a hard surface. Our
carnival games
and food concession equipment should go indoors; some require tables and others can go on the floor. We can discuss special arrangements for outside placement of games on sunny days.
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Our inflatables are inspected annually by an independent inspector authorized by the State of Washington. We work hard to keep our equipment in good repair and will clearly explain the operating rules to you when we set up the equipment. As with any vigorous activity, adult supervision and following the safety guidelines is essential to ensure the safety of all participants. Inflatables carry about same risk of injury as playground equipment. |
We don't post our pricing.
Because we are a seasonal business, prices
reflect seasonal demand. We also offer discounts
and special deals on multiple items and are very
competitive.
When you find lower rates, expect lower service, the requirement that you setup and takedown the equipment, operating outside the law, and worn out, dirty equipment. We are a leader in the industry and pride ourselves on timely deliveries, being professional and friendly, clean, high-quality equipment, guaranteed smiles, and safety.
In 2008, the State of Washington changed to a destination-based sales tax. We must charge and collect sales tax on all equipment rentals based on the state and local sales tax rates where the equipment is delivered within the state. We do not have to collect sales tax on deliveries made in Oregon since there is no state sales tax there. Generally speaking, services such as game hosts, event hosts, and entertainers are not subject to sales tax. Our invoices will clearly indicate which amounts are taxable and which are nontaxable.
In Washington, all entities - governments, schools, nonprofits, PTAs, churches, companies, and individuals - must pay sales tax on equipment rentals unless the entity has a sales tax exemption certificate furnished to them by the Washington Department of Revenue. The main exceptions are certified Indian tribes and units of the armed forces (not individual members of the armed forces). The old resale certificates are no longer valid after December 31, 2009. If you believe you are exempt from sales tax and do not have that certificate, you can apply to the Department of Revenue for one. Without the certificate, the state requires that we we must charge and collect sales tax on equipment rentals.
Are reservations necessary?
Yes, to ensure a good selection during our peak season April-October, we suggest you call us two weeks ahead of time for a bouncer and as much as three months ahead of time if you are planning a large event such as a school or church carnival, company picnic, or community event. The earlier you book, the greater your selection. However, we are happy to help with last-minute plans.
We will work with you to
ensure that you can get equipment that meets
your needs. Give us a call and ask what's
available! We sell out on many summer weekends.
We are able to be much more flexible on weekdays
and in the off-season, November through March.
We try to help you reserve equipment that meets the needs of your event. We operate rain or shine and do have rain and shower covers for many bouncers.
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We have simplified our cancellation policy. If you cancel an event, any amounts paid will be credited towards a future event. There are no administrative fees!
It's easy – call us at (425)702-3700 or (877)470-3700. Our friendly and experienced staff will discuss your event with you and help you determine what is most appropriate for your group. For privacy reasons, please do not email your credit card information.
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Please give us a call if your needs change – we are happy to change your order based on equipment available. The earlier you call, the greater the selection.
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We are located in Redmond, WA and proudly serve Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Woodinville, Lynwood, Edmonds, Everett, Marysville, Arlington, Mt. Vernon, Bellingham, Renton, Kent, Federal Way, Tacoma, Lakewood, Olympia, Covington, Issaquah, Sammamish, Fall City, Snoqualmie, North Bend, SeaTac, Tukwila, Burien, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, and the rest of Washington and parts of Oregon. For a complete list of areas we serve, please click here - Areas Served. |
We are insured as required by state law. To view a copy of our proof of insurance please click here.Back to list of questions
What laws apply to you?
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries - Electrical Division is charged with the oversight of the amusement ride industry in the Washington. Generally, the more important requirements include the following:
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All amusement rides must be inspected annually by an independent inspector authorized by the Department of L&I.
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All amusement rides must display an operating permit issued by the Department of L&I.
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All vendors must carry $1 million of liability insurance.
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Amusement equipment must be setup or installed by trained operators.
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Amusement rides displaying the L&I operating permit are exempt form onsite electrical inspections.
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The vendor must make its insurance certificate (proof of insurance) available to customers (to view a copy of our insurance certificate please click here.
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Does FunRent follow those rules?
Absolutely! We believe the only way to business is the right way. We not only follow the established rules - we go beyond them to ensure that our clients have the safest event possible.
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Why can't I book online?
Very simply because we want to get it right! There are so many variables involved in getting it right - event times, exact location, setup surface, power requirements, supervision, payment, rental agreements, etc. - booking online is a sure way to miss something that could wind up creating a failed event. We do not ever want that. That's why we want to reserve and book your event by telephone. We can ask the right questions and answer yours.
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