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Choosing an Inflatable Supplier

Is the unit you would like to rent new or used equipment?Finally, trust your gut to subconsciously pick-up on non-nonverbal clues. If something feels not quite right it's worth a little due diligence.

When selecting an inflatable interactive supplier it is important to know they are a reputable vendor who is trained, licensed, insured.We hope by offering fact-based information and insight into our industry we can help you make better informed decisions and avoid the pitfalls associated with sub-par suppliers. 

The following questions are designed to help you select a vendor: 

COMPANY 

How long have they been in business locally? 

Is the staff primarily full-time employees or part-time contractors? 

Are they trained/experienced in inflatable operations?

What is their safety rating?

Does the vendor have the requested rental equipment?

Do they make claims without support? (ie: we are the largest rental..

REFERENCES

What professional affiliations do they have?

Have other vendors heard of them?

Are they currently working with any of your competitors?

Do they have a Facebook page?

Do they have any references to be found on the internet? Listed in online directories? BBB? Chamber of Commerce?

Can they provide you with references from previous clients?

"I can't thank you enough...your attention to all the details and your knowledge of event making were without a doubt what made it so outstanding...many said it was the best they have attended!"  ~ Intel 

CLEANING

How often are inflatables cleaned? Are their products Eco-Friendly?

Do they regularly inspect for mold, damage, excessive wear and tear? 

Is the equipment allowed to dry thoroughly before being stored? 

Do they have inspection logs recording the maintenance? 

The industry standard for cleaning inflatables is to vacuum and wipe down the surface with an all-purpose cleaner after each rental.

QUALITY
The vinyl used for Inflatables comes from two sources China & Korea. The quality is then determined by the construction.

What kind of guarantee or warranty Is offered?

TECHNOLOGY 

Are they current with industry trends including computer technology that can document/track and detail maintenance and usage reports? 

Is their website up to date with photos of real product? 

Is the product shown the one you will be renting? Watch for: "Looks like...or Similar to...". 

Portland PartyWorks is a fully insured vendor with an experienced staff equipped to handle any situation. Our clients know they can count on us to deliver a successful event every time. As the leading supplier of inflatables in the Northwest we are determined to raise the bar on customer service. Visit our FAQ page if you would like to read about Portland PartyWorks and our commitment to customer satisfaction.

Portland PartyWorks Sponsors Portland Sunday Parkways

PartyWorks Sponsors Portland Sunday Parkways

This year's Sunday Parkways kickoff is at 11:00 am on Mother's Day, May 13, 2012. The 8-mile loop has activities for young and old from one end of the loop to the other. See the map below for details and exact times. Look for Portland PartyWorks Inflatable Bounce Houses, Rock Walls and More on all the Parkways throughout the summer.Portland PartyWorks is thrilled to be a Donor of this city-wide activity that gets neighbors meeting each other and outside enjoying the beauty of their streets and parks. Walk, ride, bike, roll, run or find your own transportation to share in the events that include concerts, free bike repair, food and exhibits.
PartyWorks believes in giving back to the community. We also support charitable causes and provide special package pricing for your non-profit fundraising or school events. Our goal is to partner with as many non-profit organizations as we can to help them be as successful as possible. We know the enormous effort it takes to pull off a winning fund-raiser and our inflatables are sure to increase the activity and fun level.
We have even added a events calendar to our website to help promote your events. Visit our Calendar to submit a request to be added. 
Give us a call if we can help you.

25 Dazzling Decor Ideas for Special Events

25 Dazzling Decor Ideas for Special Events

Stuck with a plain-Jane event space? These special event decor experts share party design ideas that take "bow wow" to "wow."

        

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1. SWEET THEMES: Fun themes guests will enjoy

To create an exciting, interactive “Iron Chef” theme (see photo), design centerpieces featuring ikebana-style palm stalks placed in a wok filled with long-grain rice. Accent centerpieces with small, seaweed-wrapped candles set in square plates filled with soy sauce. Add tabletop props such as samurai swords, geisha fans and plastic sumo bellies, and send guests home with favors including sake cups, lacquered chopsticks and wind-up “walking sushi” toys.
— Carla Felicella, Rare Indigo, Vancouver, British Columbia

For a '60s theme event, use scaffolding as anchors for large fabric swags and oversized graphics. Ultraviolet paint can make fabric stand out, as can a wash of amber lighting. Have Day-Glo items such as buttons, glow sticks and decals on tables for attendees to play with.
— Gary Davis, Freeman Decorating, Orlando, Fla.

Read more: http://specialevents.com/decor/meetings_dazzling_decor_ideas/index.html?imw=Y#ixzz1rh0PFjg1

Who Is Portland PartyWorks & What Do We Do?

Welcome to the beginning of the Portland PartyWorks Blog.  

With our giant inflatable slides, mechanical bulls ,bounce houses, carnival midways games ,and dunk tanks we are not your everyday party rental company.

Our event planners have been working all over the northwest helping plan corporate events, birthday parties, casino nights, team building activities, company picnics, fundraising events and all-night graduation parties. We specialize in interactive fun for all ages and have been creating unforgettable events since 1988. Portland PartyWorks is pleased to say event planners from the Portland Trail Blazers, Intel, ESPN, University of Oregon,  Mid-Columbia Medical Center and hundreds of churches; have all trusted Portland Party Works with their special events.

Incorporating inflatable interactive fun into your event is extremely exciting and adds an extra element of surprise for your guests. It does however require additional planning to guarantee no logistical surprises on the big day. Your PartyWorks event planner will help you to select the perfect activities for your event, taking into account the age of your attendees, the venue limitations, set up and tear down time requirements, and of course your events theme.

Working with us allows you to enjoy your event knowing that you are working with experts in the field of interactive fun.