AV equipment hire for local events

Event organisers, schools, clubs, churches, charities, small businesses and people hosting private parties.

Daily or weekend hire fees per package, with extra charges for delivery, setup and a technician on the day.

• Basic sound and video setup
• Organised stock and bookings
• Customer service
• Able to lift and transport kit

• Public liability insurance and cover for your equipment, including when it is in transit
• Electrical safety: check whether your kit needs regular PAT testing and keep records
• Storing kit at home may need permission from a landlord or mortgage lender, so check
• Damage or theft by hirers: consider a deposit and clear hire terms
• Venues may require proof of insurance and PAT certificates before you set up

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around £2,000 to £8,000, depending on how much speaker, microphone, projector, screen and lighting kit you buy.

Things to check: public liability and equipment cover, including in transit; whether your kit needs regular PAT testing, with records kept; permission from a landlord or mortgage lender to store kit at home; and whether venues want proof of insurance and PAT certificates.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around £400 to £2,500, depending on your stock and how many events you book. Many owners start at around 6 hours a week.