🚨 Public Safety Notice: Know Who You’re Renting From

These days, finding a bounce house online is easy — but not all rental companies play by the rules. Some vendors on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist don’t carry insurance, aren’t licensed, and haven’t had background checks. That puts your event — and your guests — at serious risk.

At Party Patrol Rentals, we believe every family deserves a fun and safe experience. That’s why we’re sharing what you need to know before booking any inflatable.

We’re fully licensed to operate inflatables in Massachusetts under License #MA-491 (valid through 5/23/2026). All our units are inspected yearly by the Department of Public Safety.

Real Stories from Local Families and Schools

We hired someone from Facebook for our daughter’s birthday. They never showed up, and we couldn’t even get our money back. We had 20 kids waiting with no bounce house. I wish I had checked if they were licensed.

– Jessica R., Chicopee, MA

We paid a $100 deposit to a guy on Craigslist. The day before our school’s field day, he stopped answering. Turns out he wasn’t even a real business.

– Mike S., Springfield, MA

Our PTO booked a company online. Midway through field day, a state inspector showed up and shut everything down because the vendor wasn’t licensed. It was embarrassing — and heartbreaking for the kids.

– PTO Member, Ludlow Elementary School

The Risks You Shouldn't Ignore

🚫 No background checks — you don’t know who’s coming to your home or school
🚫 No insurance — if someone gets hurt, you could be on the hook
🚫 Cheap or unsafe equipment — often bought online without safety certifications
🚫 Dirty setups — no cleaning or sanitation between uses
🚫 No-shows and last-minute cancellations — leaving you without a backup

What You Should Expect from a Legal, Safe Rental Company

✅ Licensed with the state and inspected yearly
✅ Fully insured (liability + workers’ comp)
✅ Background-checked staff
✅ Commercial-grade, clean equipment
✅ Can provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for your school or venue

If a vendor avoids these questions or can’t prove it — that’s a red flag.

5 Quick Questions to Ask Before You Book

📋 Are you licensed with the state of Massachusetts?
📋 Do you carry insurance (liability and workers’ comp)?
📋 Can I get a COI for my event?
📋 When was your equipment last inspected?
📋 Are your employees background-checked?

Asking these five things could save your event — and your peace of mind.

Why We Care

We’ve seen too many events ruined by last-minute no-shows, shady vendors, and unsafe equipment. That’s why we created this guide — to help protect families, schools, and towns like yours.

We’re a local, family-owned business serving Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut since 2004. Whether you book with us or someone else, we want to make sure your event is safe, legal, and fun.

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Watch our 22 News Interview

We were recently featured on a local news segment highlighting the importance of safety in party rentals. During the interview, we discussed how Party Patrol Rentals goes above and beyond to ensure every bounce house, tent, and inflatable is thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and properly secured at every event. We also emphasized the importance of choosing a licensed and insured rental company — especially for schools, towns, and large public gatherings.

As a family-owned business with over 20 years of experience, we take safety seriously. From providing Certificates of Insurance to following strict setup protocols, we’re proud to be a trusted name in safe and reliable event rentals throughout Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut.

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