With the weather finally taking a turn for the better and winter a long distant memory now is the perfect time to start thinking about getting your bouncy castle business ready for the busy summer season.
One of your main priorities at this time of year is to make sure that your stock is up and running and in healthy order. Subsequently you need to pull out all of your inflatables after their winter hibernation and start checking them for signs of damage or wear.
Assess you inflatables by looking for rips in the PVC, areas where the stitching may be coming loose or the telltale signs of damp. Damp is noticeable by its musty smell and if you do happen to find it on your bouncy castles then you should air them, typically outside on a bright sunny day so that they can dry properly.
If you find damage during your assessment you should get the bouncy castle repaired as soon as possible as if it is not in good working order then this will limit the number of bookings you are able to take. For smaller amounts of damage you may be able to carry out the repairs yourself using a patching kit, for larger tears or rips however you may want to seek professional assistance to ensure that the work is carried out properly.
Ensuring that your bouncy castles are all inspected is also an important consideration, particularly if you are a PIPA member and want to continue putting their tags on your equipment and advertising. Subsequently it can be wise to get a registered play inflatable inspector in to assess the safety of your equipment and give it its MOT.
With all of your stock ready for the season you may also want to consider any new items that could be added to your 2012 line up. For example, if you haven’t done so already you may want to consider adding an inflatable slide or an adult bouncy castle, just to offer your customers something different. Additionally you may want to consider sporting equipment like sumo suits or a bungee run, to make sure that your product offering stands out this year.
As well as new items and equipment you will also want to consider how you plan to market your offering this year. Traditional techniques such as local newspapers and posters are always worth using although this year you may want to take advantage of the internet or social media if you have not already done so.
Preparing now sets you in good stead for the coming season. By making sure your equipment is all in good working order and is tested and by planning just how you are going to advertise and entice new customers you stand the best chance of having a great season in 2012.
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