Inflatable hire business for parties and events

Families, schools, councils, sporting clubs, fete and fair organisers and corporate event planners.

Hire fees per item, package deals for bigger events, delivery charges and add-ons such as generators, mats and extra attendants.

• Route and booking planning
• Safe setup and equipment maintenance
• Customer service and quoting
• Managing helpers or a small team

• Public liability insurance with a high enough limit for events, and check requirements set by councils or venues
• Check your state or territory's rules on inflatable amusement device safety, inspections and operator supervision
• Workers compensation insurance and safe work obligations once you hire helpers
• Cash flow: equipment and vehicle costs are high, and winter or wet months can be quiet
• Council permits for events on public land, which are often the organiser's responsibility but worth checking

Startup costs are typically around $15,000 to $60,000, depending on the size of your fleet, your vehicle or trailer, and the storage unit you rent. Equipment and vehicle costs are the main expense.

Monthly revenue is typically around $4,000 to $18,000, depending on fleet size, how many events you book and your pricing. Winter or wet months can be quieter, so plan your cash flow.

Check public liability insurance with a high enough limit for events, and any council or venue requirements. Also check your state or territory's inflatable safety and inspection rules, workers compensation once you hire helpers, and permits for events on public land.