House of Bounce bouncing back after a fire claim

Posted on Dec 4, 2013 JOPLIN, MO. – After a total loss by fire in June, House of Bounce is bouncing back bigger and better than ever. How would the headlines read if this were your business? Do you have property coverage? The House of Bounce demolition and rebuilding plans are now underway. From Main Street, you can see the framework of the House of Bounce and construction equipment on site. Owner say they always planned to rebuild not only because they wanted to, but for so many kids who want the chance to bounce again. “It was always our intent to have something to rebuild to. It may not have been in the same capacity. It may have taken longer, but we had every intent of being back for the Joplin area,” said House of Bounce insurance policy holders / owners. “It’s been a long process to get to this point.” “We’re going to be bigger. We’re gaining at least 1,000 square feet. We are going to have taller ceilings so we are now able to put in more inflatables in house.” “We knew rebuilding was the right thing to do.” While the House of Bounce’s owners are eager to rebuild, fire officials say the cause of the blaze is undetermined and still under investigation. The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office is working with the State Fire Marshal’s Office on the case. They have some persons of interest, but at this time no charges have been filed, and the insurance claim is moving forward. Watch the news video LiveRate® for the Inflatable Business – Select Your Business Type –Event PlannerParty Supply StoreMobile Party SuppliesMobile Bounce House RentalsIndoor Inflatable Fun CenterOutdoor Inflatable Fun CenterOther Jumper, Bouncer, Moonwalk Business Get a Quote (PHOTO CREDIT:...
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Why do I need to have insurance?

Posted on May 27, 2013 Why do I need to have insurance if I’m going to be in charge of my own business? Do unforeseen things happen? Do your clients trust your inflatable jumper rental business? Even inflatable distributors like Jungle Jumps – a worldwide supplier of commercial grade inflatables – know that insurance is a must, even for safe and sound inflatables. In their article titled “Your Inflatable Jumper Business and Insurance” Jungle Jumps writes “One of the best things about having insurance is that people will feel much more comfortable renting a jump house from you. They will know that should anything unforeseen happen, they’ll be covered by your insurance. And you can rest more comfortably as well, as you’ll know that if something does happen, because no matter how diligent you may be you never know when an accident will occur, you’ll be saved from going completely bankrupt.”   And who wants to go bankrupt for having – or providing – fun?   Put your rental company ahead of others by advertising “We’re Bonded” with a $50 business services bond for party rental businesses! Click here for a...
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‘Inflatables’ insurance keeps safety from bouncing away

Posted on May 27, 2013 “There are no dangerous rides … dangerous operators, dangerous installers, yes — but the ride itself is not dangerous.” Although according to this article homeowner’s insurance won’t cover an inflatable if a company came out and set it up; “if someone gets hurt on an inflatable that you’ve rented, don’t look for help from your homeowners insurance.”  – As a broker, Ideal Choice  Insurance Agency offers homeowner insurance carriers who will cover such a loss, to one degree or another… The interviewee went on to say; “Most people don’t have insurance. It’s the firefighter who bought one of these on eBay and rents it out for cookouts, and I bet my life they don’t have insurance.” “Homeowners (insurance) obviously isn’t going to cover it if a bounce company came out, set it up and it blew away with five kids on it…” Read more at Bankrate.com Brankrate.com’s post offers these steps for worry-free inflatable fun; Make sure the rental company is insured, even where it’s not required by statute. Be sure the policy specifically covers inflatable amusement rides and that the limits are adequate. Make sure your operator has a valid certificate of operation if your state regulates inflatables. You can find this by searching online for “amusement devices” on your city, county or state government site. Amusement ride inspection typically falls under the Department of Labor, Department of Agriculture or Department of Public Safety. Investigate the rental company’s safety record. States with jurisdiction maintain extensive records on training and accidents by certified operators. Follow manufacturer safety guidelines. Do not allow adults on rides with children, as the weight difference frequently results in injuries. Read...
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Final Day of School – Slide Collapsed – 17 Children Evaluated for Injuries

Posted on May 23, 2013 Algonguin-LakeInTheHills Patch reports that, on their final day of school, the accident occurred when several children climbed up the slide at one time, the slide started to sway and then tipped over. In total, 17 children were evaluated for injuries at the school, according to the fire department news release. Of those children, six were taken to hospitals and the rest were picked up by their parents from school. According to the Chicago Tribune report & video, the district regularly holds field days, featuring games and rented equipment, but had never had an incident such as this before. Thursday’s field day was held inside due to cool, wet weather – but this time, a little before noon the 15-foot-high slide...
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Moon Bounce Regulations Cause Last Minute Cancellation of Fun

Posted on May 7, 2013 Most states do not have regulations that monitor inflatable company’s insurance, much less a regulatory agency that can suspend operations of a bouncer rental company. But, if you do business in Kansas a license to provide inflatable rides can be suspended for years because of a gap in liability insurance coverage. (read more) Stay insured, here’s how. Get a General Liability LiveRate® for Moon Bounce Inflatables Are you bonded? Get a Surety Bond LiveRate® for Moon...
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