06/10/2024
Eight Tips to Avoid Shady, Low Balling Non-Compliant Companies
Unfortunately, you’ll find businesses with questionable practices in just about every industry under the sun. Ours is sadly no exception. Knowing how to rent a tent for parties means knowing how to spot shady businesses, so let’s show you how to detect the bad eggs.
Ask around first. Did your friend recently have an outdoor wedding or party? Ask them who they rented from and how the experience was for them.
Read online reviews. One customer having a bad experience isn’t all that telling. But several customers reporting the same issues? That’s a big red flag.
Ask if they have liability insurance. If something unfortunate happens, you want to make sure you’re not left holding a significantly larger bill than you were expecting.
Make sure the rental company offers delivery, setup, and teardown services. Some companies expect you to do all of the work. This might save you money, but you’ll want to make sure you have the time, manpower, and know-how to set it all up.
Ask the company to outline all of their fees and charges. They should tell you in straightforward terms exactly what you’ll be paying for
Check the prices of competitors. If a company is charging way less than their competition, that’s not usually a good thing. The old adage “you get what you pay for” is almost always true in this business!
Ask for sample photos of previous setups. Does everything look clean, organized, and professional? If they offer a tour of their warehouse, you should take that opportunity.
Get multiple quotes. Never go with the first rental company you find. Always get at least two or three quotes from different companies before making a final decision.
