Parties and eventsEvenings and weekendsStock to rent and a van
Start a party rental business
To start a party rental business, choose a small range people need for most parties, such as tables, chairs and tents, find storage and a vehicle to deliver it, and check insurance and set-up safety. Then show what is free on each date and take bookings with the address and delivery times.
At a glance
- You start with
- Stock to rent and a van
- Time
- Evenings and weekends
- Where you work
- Your storage space, then customers’ homes and venues
- Who pays
- Families hosting parties, schools and small venues
- Check first
- Insurance, safe set-up for tents and heavy items, and storage
How to start a party rental business
- 1
Start with the basics
Tables and chairs are needed at most parties. Add tents and decor later.
- 2
Find storage and transport
A garage or unit and a van big enough for a full order.
- 3
Track stock by date
You can only rent what is not already out that weekend.
- 4
Charge for delivery and set-up
Delivery zones and set-up times keep the weekend workable.
- 5
Clean and check after every hire
Damaged or dirty items lose the next booking.
The app that runs it
A rental catalogue, stock by date and delivery list. Fabricate builds it from the words below; change any of them first.
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Questions about starting a party rental business
- What should a party rental business start with?
- Items almost every party needs, such as tables and chairs, then tents and decor once you know what customers ask for.
- Do I need insurance to rent party equipment?
- Liability insurance is common, especially for tents and anything that could injure a guest. Check what venues and your area require.
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