A bounce house rental costs $30 and $50 per hour or $140 to $280 per day, depending on the bounce house size and duration of the rental. Some bounce house rental companies charge per hour, and others charge per day.

Most bounce houses include delivery, setup, and pickup in their estimates. However, you will be responsible for any electricity or water the bounce house uses during the rental time.

Inflatable bounce houses are typically cleaned and sanitized before each usage. Rental companies know children and young families use their equipment and work hard to make sure they're safe. If party guests leave confetti, food, silly string, stains, or other waste in the bounce house, you may be charged a $50 to $300 cleaning fee.

You can set up a bounce house at a private home, public park, or other reserved space. Most companies prefer to set up on a soft surface like grass instead of concrete or gravel because the rental is less likely to be damaged or punctured. Always make sure you have permission to host an event in your preferred space before booking a rental.

Bounce house rental companies usually rent out their equipment for 4 to 8 hours. Most event companies won't rent out a bounce house to you for less than two hours because of how long it takes to set it up, deliver it, and pick it up.

If you need to keep the bounce house for longer than expected, expect to be charged an hourly fee between $25 to $80 per extra hour.

Search our list of bounce house rental companies, then:

• Get at least three free estimates to compare.
• Read reviews on Fash and Google.
• Choose a company that is licensed, bonded, and experienced.
• Make sure they have the type and size of bounce house you want.
• Get a written estimate before your event.
• Avoid making any large payments up front.

When looking for local bounce house companies, consider asking the following questions:

• How long have you been in business?
• Are you licensed, insured, and bonded?
• What is your cancellation policy?
• Do you have any rules for food, drinks, or shoes?
• What is your policy for cleaning and sanitizing equipment?
• Do you require a deposit or reservation fee before booking?
• Do you offer any party packages?
• What voltage I need for electrical hookups?
• Can I have an estimate and contract in writing?