Do You Need Insurance for a Bounce House? Rentals, Homeowners and Businesses
Does homeowners insurance cover renting a bounce house? Insurance for renting out bouncy castles, liability coverage for inflatable rental businesses,…
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If you rent out bounce houses as a business, you need commercial liability insurance, and many states, venues and customers require it. If you're a homeowner renting one for a party, your homeowners policy may or may not cover injuries; many insurers exclude or limit inflatables. The safest choice is to rent from a company that is insured and can name you as additional insured.
This is general information, not insurance advice. Check with your insurer.
For homeowners renting a bounce house
| Question | What to know |
|---|---|
| Does homeowners insurance cover it? | Sometimes; some policies exclude inflatables or trampolines |
| How to protect yourself | Rent from an insured company, ask for a certificate of insurance |
| Additional insured | Ask the rental company to list you on their policy |
| Event insurance | One-day event liability policies are available |
For bounce house rental businesses
You'll typically need:
- Commercial general liability covering inflatables
- Commercial auto for delivery vehicles
- Workers' comp if you have employees
- Equipment (inland marine) coverage for your inflatables
- Sometimes umbrella coverage for large events
Certificates and venues
Schools, parks, churches and venues often require a certificate of insurance naming them as additional insured.
State rules
Some states require inflatable rental companies to carry minimum insurance, register, and have units inspected regularly.
Reduce risk
- Commercial-grade units and proper anchoring
- Trained setup crews
- Written safety rules and waivers
- No operation in high winds
- Regular inspections and repairs
Related: How to start a bounce house business and Is a bounce house business profitable?.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need insurance to rent out bouncy castles?
Yes. Commercial liability insurance is essential and often required.
Does homeowners insurance cover renting a bounce house?
Sometimes; many policies exclude or limit inflatables, so check your policy.
What insurance does a bounce house business need?
General liability, commercial auto, equipment coverage and workers' comp if hiring.
What is additional insured?
Adding a customer or venue to your policy for an event.
Do bounce houses need inspections?
Some states require regular inspections.
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