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  1. Online Booking Software for Bouncy Castle Hire Companies
    The BIHA / BCO is pleased to announce a new official supplier of online booking software to bouncy castle hire companies..... . . . keep reading

  2. How To Quickly Get Rid Of Mildew, Damp And Mould On Your Inflatables
    Mark Jerram
    Mildew on inflatables occurs when moisture combines with mould which is always present in the air. Mildew grows quickly in damp warm dark places. The moisture that it needs to spread can come from dripping pipes, a leaky roof or putting an inflatable away whilst still wet or damp. When the conditions are right, mildew begins to . . . keep reading

  3. The Top Reasons Why Your Website might Appear To Be 'Invisible' To The Outside World...
    Nick James
    At one time or another you may have used a submission tool, or submitted by hand and then wondered why you had not been indexed. Unfortunately, there are many reasons that may delay or prevent you from being indexed by a search engine. There's rarely one simple answer for why you're not being found. Fortunately, there is generally an explanation and a way to correct the problem if you know what to look for. . . . keep reading

  4. How Starting A Bouncy Castle Rental Business Can Help You Through The Credit Crunch.
    Mark Jerram
    The bouncy castle hire business is a very easy business to get into... We are specialists at helping people start out in this business. We offer a simple solution to help you make extra money... money that will help you beat the credit crunch! We have researched and found that when times are hard . . . keep reading

  5. How To Promote Your Bouncy Castle Business For FREE On The Internet.
    This article looks at 14 ways to get completely FREE advertising for your bouncy castle rental business on the internet. Take advantage of this, it's really easy, and watch your bookings increase as more and more of your potential customers search the internet for your services. . . . keep reading

  6. How To Get A Lot More Referrals For Your Bouncy Castle Business
    Referrals are the least expensive, easiest and fastest way to increase your bouncy castle rental bookings. But if you are only getting all of your referrals through word-of-mouth, then you're only getting about 10% of the total referrals you could be getting. Word-of-mouth is just not enough. Savvy Bouncy Castle owners use Referral Marketing Systems that they can monitor, control and rely on. In this report you'll learn: * Why "word of mouth" marketing is not as good as it could be, and how it can be dramatically improved. * The 6 easiest ways of getting referrals. * How to become a valuable resource to your customers. * The #1 reasons why customers never hire from you again. If your bouncy castle business relies on referrals, then this report is a MUST READ. . . . keep reading

  7. Why You Should ALWAYS Get Your Customers To Sign A Disclaimer When You Rent Out A Bouncy Castle
    Nick James
    It is a very sensible to ensure your customers sign a disclaimer before they rent a bouncy castle or other inflatable from you. This is to "cover your back" in the event of a problem. Here's a few things you need to know . . . keep reading

  8. PC time saving tips for every day
    Time saving tips you'll use everyday on your PC . . . keep reading

  9. Play Safe: A Guide To Using Bouncy Castles.
    Bouncy Castles and other inflatables are normally very safe for children to play on providing basic safety precautions are taken, one of the most important of which is continuous supervision of the children by a responsible adult. Other aspects of safety include... . . . keep reading

  10. How to Get Google to List your Inflatable Hire Business for FREE
    Mark Jerram
    This amazing little trick can generate hundreds (or even thousands) of new customers for you. It only takes 5 minutes and it's absolutely FREE! Watch this Video to see how to take advantage of this opportunity to GROW your inflatable hire business. . . . keep reading

  11. DOWNLOAD: Rental Agreement For Bouncy Castle Companies
    Nick James
    It is absolutely essential for bouncy castle rental companies to hand out a Terms & Conditions of Hire form. You can download this vitally important form here . . . keep reading

  12. The Secrets of How to Start and Run a Profitable Bouncy Castle Hire Business (Part3)
    Nick James
    If you know the trade secrets of running a bouncy castle business, not only will it be much easier and more enjoyable, but you are much more likely to succeed….This report has been written to show absolute beginners exactly how to profit from this lucrative business in a step by step way and avoid the mistakes that others have made in the past who perhaps. . . . keep reading

  13. 8 Steps To Correctly Rolling Up And Transporting Your Bouncy Castles And Inflatables
    Mark Jerram
    Properly rolled bouncy castles and other inflatables are much easier to handle no matter what they weigh. In addition, properly rolled units impress . . . keep reading

  14. The Secrets of How to Start and Run a Profitable Bouncy Castle Hire Business (Part2)
    Nick James
    If you know the trade secrets of running a bouncy castle business, not only will it be much easier and more enjoyable, but you are much more likely to succeed….This report has been written to show absolute beginners exactly how to profit from this lucrative business in a step by step way and avoid the mistakes that others have made in the past who perhaps. . . . keep reading

  15. Top Success Tip: - How To Get Bouncy Castle Insurance At The Lowest Premiums
    Michael Scott
    By demonstrating to the Insurer that you have acted reasonably, prudently and in a manner that will allow the Insurers to perceive you as a Risk 'that will not have a claim', which can be demonstrated by using 'best practice' principles! The main areas of claim can be eliminated by having a good . . . keep reading

  16. Grow your business by placing FREE online classified ads
    Mark Jerram
    You can grow your inflatable hire business by creating highly targeted ads and submitting them to multiple FREE classified sites. There are several free classified websites these days. Some hire companies have had great success generating new leads with... . . . keep reading

  17. How To Make Sure That Adults Don't Play On (And Break) Your Childrens' Bouncy Castles.
    Nick James
    Generally speaking small bouncy castles (i.e. those smaller than 15ft x 15ft - approx. 5 metres x 5 metres) are only suitable for children to play on. How do you make sure that adults don't jump on them and possibly risk damaging the unit. There is a very simple way and involves giving them a simple piece of paper . . . keep reading

  18. Caring For Your Bouncy Castle
    Nick James
    Caring for your Bouncy Castle should be minimum fuss as there are very few problems that can occur, and by asking your customers to adhere to a few basic rules and advice you can avoid most of these. . . . keep reading

  19. Are Bad Telephone Practices Hurting Your Bouncy Castle Hire Business?
    Many bouncy castle owners spend hundreds of pounds in marketing and promotional activities each month to attract more customers. Yet all this effort and expense can be wasted if a potential customer telephones your business and hangs up with a less than positive impression of how the call was handled. Here are 4 easy ways to quickly improve your telephone skills or those of your staff to help ensure that you always get the booking. . . . keep reading

  20. Inflatable Hire Disaster Preparation Kit
    Nick James
    Hiring inflatables usually goes very smoothly. However, at times, on rare occasions there will be unexpected "emergencies" such as a puncture or a breakdown or when a blower stops working or even if one loses their diary, or mallet while out delivering!! These types of "emergencies" seem to always happen on the busiest weekend of the season!! However, if you are aware what these "emergencies" and potential "disasters" are likely to be, you can prepare for them and make contingency plans. The most important 15 items to carry in your "disaster preparation kit" to cover your back if you have an "emergency" are. . . . keep reading

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12 Top Tips to get more inflatable hire bookings (For free or almost free!). 12 Top Tips to get more inflatable hire bookings (For free or almost free!).
Mark Jerram
12 Top Tips to get more inflatable hire bookings (For free or almost free!). This short report will show you 12 ways that you can immediately use to get more bookings for your bouncy castles and other play inflatables. I have tried to focus on methods that are free of charge or almost free. keep reading

Why you should ALWAYS display the BIHA logo shield on your business stationery and website etc.
Mark Jerram
If you are a member of the BIHA then you have full permission to download the BIHA logo shield, and put it onto your website or business cards, letter heads, vans, uniforms, or anywhere else connected keep reading

Ideas for inflatables for Stag and Hen parties Ideas for inflatables for Stag and Hen parties
Stagdo.org.uk
Inflatables for all ages (both physical and mental) provide a whole host of fun at stag and hen parties. With numerous suppliers offering a wide range of activities, there is sure to be something to suit everyone, providing a hilarious spectacle for contestants and spectators alike keep reading

5 Fatal
Internet Marketing Mistakes That Can KILL
The Sales And Profits
In Your Business 5 Fatal Internet Marketing Mistakes That Can KILL The Sales And Profits In Your Business
Not using the internet actively as part of your marketing strategy is like no longer accepting mail or using the telephone and never advertising in the yellow pages, on the radio, in newspapers, on television or by mail. And it's like all these things combined. No intelligent business owner would try to do business without a telephone and an address to receive mail. But if you're trying to run your business without an internet marketing and communication strategy over time you'll find that your marketing and communication become less and less effective as the internet takes over more and more of our communication and media tasks. Of course many savvy business owners have realized that they can no longer afford to ignore the internet as a marketing and communication channel... keep reading

Matt Doyle explaining why your choice of domain name for your website is so important to attract more customers.
Matt Doyle explaining why your choice of domain name for your website is so important to attract more customers. keep reading

Interview between Mark Jerram (BIHA) and Matt Doyle - Sept 2009.
Watch an interview between Mark Jerram (BIHA) and Matt Doyle - Sept 2009. keep reading

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    • How many seconds does it take for your main bouncy castle website to fully load up on the small screen of your mobile phone (smart phone).
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      6 - 10 seconds
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      16 - 20 seconds
      21 - 25 seconds
      26 - 30 seconds
      31 - 50 seconds
      51 - 60 seconds
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    • Do you hire out mini-marquees (AKA Gazebos, instant pop-up-shelters) and/or full-size marquees alongside your inflatables to boost cash-flow and profits?
      No
      Thinking about it now after the wet 2012 summer
      Yes - but mini-marquees and gazebos only
      Yes - we hire out full size marquees only
      Yes - we hire out all sizes of marquees

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    • You discover that one of your competitors is illegally hiring out domestic "toy" bouncy castles to the public - which could cause a serious injury to a child as they are not robust enough for commercial hiring. What action would you take?
      Just warn them that they are breaking the law
      Call Trading Standards but warning them first
      Call Trading Standards without warning them first.
      Do nothing, but wait for others to report them.

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    • Do you charge your customers a "booking deposit" when they book an inflatable with you either through the phone or online? (E.g charge their credit card or ask them to send in a cheque, bank transfer or PayPal payment)
      Never - we're happy for full payment on delivery
      Sometimes - depends on the booking
      Yes - but only if they are a new customer
      Yes - for every booking, unless very short notice
      Yes - we won't deliver without a deposit up-front

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    • How many bouncy castles and other play inflatables do you own which you hire out?
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      6 - 8
      9 - 10
      11 - 13
      14 - 16
      17 - 19
      20 - 29
      30 or more

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    • Which is your most popular add-on hire product?
      Jenga (all 3 sizes)
      Connect-4
      Croquet
      Giant Chess
      Giant Drafts
      Didi Cars
      Pitchburst
      Boom Blasters
      Giant dartboard
      Basketball Shooters

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    • Do you charge a little extra for hiring bouncy castles to weddings? (and other very special events?)
      No, we keep the same hire price
      We charge an extra £10
      We charge an extra £20
      We charge an extra £30
      We charge an extra £40
      We charge an extra £50
      We charge an extra £60
      We charge an extra £70
      We charge an extra £80
      We increase price in accordance with their budget

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    • Do you use Facebook and/or Twitter as a marketing tool to reach your local prospects and customers?
      Yes
      No

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    • There are 10 main benefits of your membership to the BIHA and this sister site (BCO). Which one do you find MOST useful?
      Learning about Health & Safety / Legislation etc.
      Getting help & advice from the Discussion Forum
      Displaying the BIHA logo to increase your prestige
      Learning from the mistakes (& successes) of others
      Directory listing of your business on BIHA website
      Receiving ideas to help increase your hire profits
      Saving money on PL insurance and other services
      Getting the FREE Tip of the Week from this site.
      General sense of belonging / Less loneliness!
      Hearing about special deals etc.from manufacturers

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    • Which payment methods do you accept from your customers who hire inflatables?
      Cash and Cheque only
      Cash, Cheque and PayPal only
      Cash, Cheque, PayPal and Credit/Debit cards

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    • Do you ask your customers for referrals when they are happy with your inflatable hire service?
      No, never.
      No, unless the customer recommends me to a friend
      I sometimes ask for referrals
      I always ask for referrals at every hire
      I have a system to collect referrals at every hire
      I have a system & they get rewarded for referrals

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    • Should hire prices of your inflatables be included on your website?
      No, I prefer people to call me to discuss prices
      Yes, but only one price e.g. From £50 per day
      Yes, all my prices are displayed on my website
      Cannot answer as I don't yet have a website

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    • How much do you charge for a standard 12ft x 12ft bouncy castle (including 12 x 12's with a 4ft+ safety step) delivered LOCALLY in your town.
      £35 per day
      £40 per day
      £45 per day
      £50 per day
      £55 per day
      £60 per day
      £65 per day
      £70 per day
      £75 per day
      £80+ per day

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    • What is your most profitable type of inflatable which you hire out?
      Childrens bouncy castles
      Adult bouncy castles
      Small inflatable slides (Max 6ft to platform)
      Large inflatable slides (incl. mega slides)
      Castle/slide combis
      Sumo/super hero suits
      Bungee runs
      Rodeo bulls / surf simulators / multi-rides
      Bouncy boxing / Gladiator duel
      Activity centres / Obstacle courses

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    • Do you reduce hire prices in the winter?
      Yes
      No
      Only if the customer wants additional hire items
      Sometimes

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    • Do you own an Apple iPhone (e.g. 3G, 3GS or 4)
      No
      Yes

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    • Has The Soaring Price Of Fuel Made You Stop Taking Bookings Further Afield?
      Yes
      No

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