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Become self-employed with a bouncy castle rental: This is how you can get started in the event industry

If you want to start your own business and focus on fun, exercise and family joy, a bouncy castle rental can be just the thing for you. The demand for inflatable play equipment for events, festivals and promotions is high – whether from clubs, communities or private customers. But how do you get started successfully in this colorful industry?

In this article we show step by step what is important - and why a reliable partner after the purchase is just as important as the right starting range.

Step by step to your own rental company

Step 1: Clarify needs and target group

Before investing, check your region:

  • Are there already providers?
  • Which events take place regularly?
  • Who could be your customers (e.g. families with children, kindergartens, event organizers, communities)?

Step 2: Business plan and strategy

A solid business plan helps to keep track of:

  • Investment costs (bouncy castles, accessories, means of transport)
  • Ongoing costs (insurance, maintenance, marketing)
  • Pricing and rental models
  • Growth plans (expansion of the range, collaborations)

Step 3: Legal & Insurance

  • Register your business and find out about relevant regulations. It is important to have appropriate business liability insurance that covers damage during rental.

Step 4: the right equipment

Quality pays off – pay attention to the following when purchasing your first bouncy castle:

  • robust, durable materials (e.g. 620 to 680 g/m²)
  • Tested safety according to EN 14960 - bouncy castles with a certificate
  • Stable seams, safety walls, easy to use
  • Blowers, pegs, tarpaulins and other accessories

Step 6: Safety, Cleaning and Care

Maintain your modules regularly - this extends their service life and ensures satisfied customers. Think about:

  • Cleaning after each use
  • proper drying & storage
  • regular visual inspections
  • Supporting documentation and reports, if necessary

Step 6: Online presence and visibility

  • Create a professional website with clear information, images and contact options. Social media, Google reviews or local networks can also quickly get you into the conversation.

More than just buying: Why the right partner is crucial

Anyone who is with one Bouncy castle rental If you become self-employed, you will soon be faced with very practical questions:

What to do if damage is caused by wind or improper construction? How do I organize cleaning for multiple events per weekend? And where can I get an official report for commercial use?

A strong partner not only supports you during the purchase, but also in all phases afterwards:

This means your business remains reliable, safe – and professional.

If you are looking for someone who is not just Bouncy castles sold, but rather accompanies you throughout your entire journey as a lender, you are in the best hands with us.

We stand for quality, service and true partnership – from the first module to long-term success.

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