Browse our most frequently asked questions list below to learn everything you need to know!

Our standard inflatable rental includes a guaranteed 8 hours of rental time. Depending on our delivery and pickup schedule, you may have the inflatable longer at no additional charge. If you need more than 8 hours, overnight or additional-day rental options may be available.

When booking online, select your actual event start and end times. We typically arrive at least one hour before your event start time to complete setup. Because delivery times vary based on our schedule, we will contact you before your rental with your expected delivery time.

Water should only be used on inflatables specifically designed and rented for wet use. Never use a water hose on a dry-only bounce house or other inflatable that is not designed for water. We offer several water slides and wet/dry bounce house combos that are designed to be used with water. For wet rentals, the customer is responsible for providing a working water source and a garden hose long enough to reach the inflatable setup location.

No. Clarksville Inflatables requires all water slides to be set up on natural grass and does not set up water slides on concrete or asphalt. Natural grass provides a safer surface for riders and allows the water slide to be properly secured with stakes.

The setup area should be level or have only a very slight slope for the inflatable to operate safely. Steep slopes or uneven areas may not be suitable for setup. If you’re unsure whether your yard will work, contact us before booking and we’ll be happy to help determine if the area is suitable.

No. Many of our inflatables can be set up on grass, concrete, asphalt, or indoors, depending on the inflatable and setup location. Grass setups are typically secured with long steel stakes, while approved hard-surface and indoor setups require a different anchoring method, such as sandbags.

Please tell us the setup surface when making your reservation so we can determine whether the inflatable can be safely installed at your location. Water slides are an exception and must be set up on natural grass.

The amount of space needed depends on the inflatable or rental equipment you select. Each item on our website includes its dimensions and setup space requirements so you can determine whether it will fit your location. Larger inflatables and obstacle courses may require considerably more space than a standard bounce house.

Please allow adequate clearance around the inflatable and make sure the setup area is free of trees, fences, overhead wires, underground obstacles, and other hazards. If you’re unsure whether you have enough space, contact us before booking and we’ll help determine if your setup area is suitable.

Inflatables can temporarily affect your lawn, but in most cases the grass will simply be flattened and should recover after the inflatable is removed. We cannot guarantee that lawn damage will not occur. Water slide rentals may have a greater impact on the grass because of the additional water and concentrated foot traffic around the entrance, exit, and pool areas.

Most inflatables require a standard 110V electrical outlet within 50 feet of the setup location. The outlet should be on a dedicated 20-amp circuit with no other devices drawing power from that circuit during the rental.

Some larger inflatables and obstacle courses require multiple blowers and therefore may require multiple outlets on separate electrical circuits. The specific power requirements depend on the inflatable you select. If adequate electrical power is not available at your setup location, generator rentals may be available.

If you’re unsure about the electrical requirements for your rental, contact us before your event and we’ll help determine what is needed.

The customer is responsible for having all underground utilities and private underground lines located and clearly marked before we arrive for setup. Inflatables installed on grass are secured with long stakes driven into the ground, so the setup area must be clear of underground hazards such as utility lines, irrigation systems, septic components, invisible pet fences, or other private underground lines.

Please let us know before setup if there are any known underground obstacles in the area where the inflatable will be installed.

We closely monitor the weather leading up to every rental and do not automatically cancel an event because of a small chance of rain. However, severe weather, thunderstorms, or unsafe wind conditions may require a rental to be rescheduled or canceled for safety.

Sustained winds of 15 mph or greater, or wind gusts of 20 mph or greater, are considered a serious safety concern for inflatable operation. If unsafe conditions are forecast, we will communicate with you about your rental.

If you decide to cancel or reschedule because of forecast rain or bad weather, please contact us at least 48 hours before your rental. Once equipment has been delivered and set up, Clarksville Inflatables has already incurred the costs associated with your rental and a refund will not be issued.

Inflatables are designed to be enjoyed safely when they are properly installed, supervised, and operated according to the safety rules. Clarksville Inflatables professionally delivers and sets up our inflatable rentals and uses the appropriate anchoring method for the setup surface. Grass setups are secured with long steel stakes, while approved hard-surface or indoor setups require an appropriate alternative anchoring method.

We review important safety and operating rules with the customer, and responsible adult supervision is required while the inflatable is in use. Inflatables should not be operated during unsafe weather conditions or winds exceeding our safety limits.

Inflatable setup requires a relatively level, open area with enough space for the selected inflatable and no overhead or surrounding hazards. The setup area should be clear of trees, fences, overhead wires, and other obstacles.

A standard 110V electrical outlet must be available within 50 feet of the setup location. Some larger inflatables require multiple electrical circuits. If adequate power is not available, generator rentals may be available.

For grass setups, the customer is also responsible for making sure underground utilities and private underground lines are located and clearly marked before we arrive. Wet rentals also require a working water source and a garden hose long enough to reach the setup location.

Yes. The blower must remain running continuously while the inflatable is being used. If the blower needs to be turned off for any reason, make sure everyone has completely exited the inflatable first.

If sudden bad weather, thunderstorms, or unsafe winds develop, immediately stop using the inflatable and have everyone exit. Turn off and unplug the blower and do not allow anyone to use the inflatable again until the unsafe weather has passed and conditions are safe.

For overnight rentals, the blower does not need to remain running overnight. Once everyone is finished using the inflatable for the day, turn the blower off and allow the inflatable to deflate. The blower should not be left running unattended overnight.

Before using the inflatable again, reconnect and turn on the blower and allow the inflatable to fully inflate before anyone enters or uses it.

We recommend reserving your bounce house or other party rental as soon as you know your event date. Popular inflatables and weekend dates can sell out, especially during our busiest months, so booking early gives you the best selection of available equipment.

Need something at the last minute? Contact us or check our website for availability. We will do our best to accommodate last-minute bookings when equipment is available. Whether we can accept a last-minute rental will depend on our delivery schedule, available equipment, and the distance from our location to your event.

There is no required amount of time in advance to book, so even if your event is only a day or two away, it is still worth checking with us to see what we can accommodate.

Inflatables may be used during light rain when conditions remain otherwise safe, but they should not be used during severe weather, thunderstorms, lightning, heavy rain, or unsafe wind conditions. If weather conditions become unsafe during your rental, immediately have everyone exit the inflatable and stop using it.

Clarksville Inflatables reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a rental when forecast or current weather conditions create a safety concern. Sustained winds of 15 mph or greater, or wind gusts of 20 mph or greater, are considered unsafe for inflatable operation.

Weather conditions can change quickly. If severe weather develops after your inflatable has been delivered, stop use immediately, have everyone exit, turn off and unplug the blower, and wait until the unsafe weather has completely passed before considering further use.

No. Customers are not permitted to move or reposition an inflatable after Clarksville Inflatables has completed the setup. We will work with you when we arrive to determine a suitable and safe setup location, and the inflatable will then be properly secured for that location.

Moving an inflatable after setup can compromise its anchoring and create a serious safety risk. It can also damage the inflatable or other equipment. If an inflatable is moved after setup, a minimum $300 charge will apply. If the equipment is damaged as a result, additional repair or replacement charges of up to $5,000 may apply.

If there is a problem with the setup location after we leave, do not attempt to move the inflatable yourself. Contact Clarksville Inflatables for assistance.

Customer pickup is not available for inflatable rentals. All inflatables rented from Clarksville Inflatables require professional delivery and setup by our team for safety and insurance reasons.

Customer pickup may be available for certain non-inflatable rental items, such as tables, chairs, concession equipment, and games. Availability depends on the equipment being rented, so please contact us if you are interested in a customer-pickup rental.

Yes. Clarksville Inflatables provides inflatable and party rentals for schools, churches, and other organizations throughout Clarksville, TN and surrounding areas. Our rental options include bounce houses, obstacle courses, water slides, interactive games, tables and chairs, concessions, and other equipment suitable for school field days, church festivals, youth events, fundraisers, and large group events.

We provide professional delivery and setup and can help you determine which rentals will work best for your event size, available space, and power requirements. Learn more about our School and Church Inflatable Rentals in Clarksville, TN and the options available for your event.

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