Last Updated: May 24, 2026
1. About These Terms
These Terms of Service apply to all customers of SWFL Amusements, LLC ("SWFL Amusements," "we," "us," or "our"), a bounce house and party rental company based in Cape Coral, Florida. These terms govern the rental of inflatable amusement equipment, obstacle courses, interactive games, and related equipment and services for private and commercial events.
By requesting a quote, submitting a booking inquiry, signing a rental contract with SWFL Amusements, or completing an online booking and paying the deposit via PayPal, you agree to be bound by these terms as well as any additional terms set forth in any signed rental contract executed for your event. These terms apply to event clients (individuals, businesses, churches, schools, and other organizations) and to visitors of this website.
2. How a Booking Is Formed
SWFL Amusements books events through one of three methods. These methods create a fully binding rental agreement between the client (Lessee) and SWFL Amusements, LLC (Lessor) on the terms set forth on this page.
- Online bookings (smaller events): When you complete a booking through our website and pay the required deposit via PayPal, your payment constitutes your full and binding acceptance of these Terms of Service in their entirety. No separate written contract is required. The PayPal payment has the same legal effect as a signed rental contract. Your booking is confirmed once PayPal verifies the deposit payment.
- Telephone bookings (smaller events): When you complete a booking over the phone, you will verball agree to these terms. Payments made via PayPal will reference these terms, your payment constitutes your full and binding acceptance of these Terms of Service in their entirety. No separate written contract is required. Your verbal confirmation and payment has the same legal effect as a signed rental contract.
- Written rental contracts (larger events, commercial clients, schools, churches, and custom packages): A fully executed written rental agreement is signed by both the client and SWFL Amusements, LLC before any equipment is reserved or delivered. Where a written contract is used, it incorporates and is supplemented by these Terms. No booking is confirmed until both the signed contract and any required deposit are received.
Event-specific details - including equipment list, pricing, event date and time, venue address, and payment schedule - are documented either in your online booking record or in your individual written contract and its appendices.
"All Day" rental duration: Unless your booking or written contract states otherwise, rentals are provided on an "all day" basis. Consistent with industry standard, "all day" means up to eight (8) hours of equipment use on the day of your event, during daytime hours. SWFL Amusements delivers and sets up the equipment before your event begins and returns to tear it down and pick it up afterward; setup and teardown time is not counted against your rental window. The exact delivery and pickup times for your event will be confirmed with your reservation. Extended or multi-day rentals are available and, when arranged, will be documented in your booking record or written contract.
No modification or amendment to any rental agreement is effective unless made in writing and either signed by both parties or confirmed via written email exchange between the client and SWFL Amusements ownership. Oral agreements or promises are not enforceable.
3. Payment & Deposit
A deposit is required at the time of signing to secure your rental date and equipment. The deposit amount is specified in your rental contract. The remaining balance of the total contract price is due no later than the event date. Unless otherwise stated in your contract, the balance must be paid in full before equipment setup begins.
Payment methods accepted: Cash, check, credit card, or invoice (PayPal), as selected and authorized in your rental contract. If paying by credit card, you authorize the total contract cost to be charged in accordance with the payment schedule in your contract.
Failure to pay on-site: If final payment is not made when SWFL Amusements personnel arrive at the event site, it will be considered a breach of contract and equipment will not be set up until an arrangement is reached between SWFL Amusements ownership and the client. If no arrangement can be made, the lack of payment will be treated as a cancellation occurring within 48 hours of the event, and the full contract price will remain owed.
Late payment penalties: If an event is cancelled and outstanding amounts are not paid promptly, the following penalties apply:
- A $50.00 late payment penalty is added if payment is not received within 3 business days of cancellation.
- An additional $50.00 penalty is added if payment is not received within 30 business days of cancellation. At this point, the unpaid balance also begins to accrue a 10% monthly interest charge.
- An additional $50.00 penalty is added if payment is not received within 60 business days of cancellation, and the outstanding balance may be referred to a third-party collection agency.
4. Cancellation Policy
In the event a booked event must be cancelled, refunds are issued according to the following schedule based on how far in advance of the event the cancellation is made. All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.
Where the refund amount is less than the deposit already paid, the difference may be owed by the client at the time of cancellation as specified in your contract.
| Cancellation Timing | Refund |
|---|---|
| More than 30 days before the event | 75% of the total contract price |
| 15 to 30 days before the event | 50% of the total contract price. Client agrees to pay the difference between deposit and amended contract price upon cancellation. |
| 48 hours to 14 days before the event | 25% of the total contract price. Client agrees to pay the difference between deposit and amended contract price upon cancellation. |
| Less than 48 hours before the event | No refund. Full contract price remains owed. |
5. Weather Policy
The safety of event participants is our top priority. SWFL Amusements uses the National Weather Service (NWS) hourly forecast for the venue's zip code - available at forecast.weather.gov - to evaluate conditions. The forecast is reviewed at 7:00 AM local time on the event day.
Cancellation triggers: If the NWS forecast for the scheduled event time shows thunderstorms, or sustained winds greater than 15 MPH, the event will be cancelled unless an approved indoor location is provided by the client.
- No indoor alternative available: The event is cancelled and the client will receive a refund of 25% of the total contract price.
- Indoor alternative provided: The event proceeds as planned. SWFL Amusements will bring as much of the contracted equipment as the alternate indoor location can safely accommodate.
During the event - lightning and high winds: If lightning strikes within 5 miles of the event location (as detected by the WeatherBug app), or if the event location experiences high winds or rain, equipment operation must be immediately suspended. Equipment may resume operation once conditions clear. Lightning must be out of the area for a minimum of 30 minutes before equipment operation can resume. Time lost due to weather suspension during an active event does not qualify for a refund.
6. Hold Harmless & Release
All clients are required to acknowledge and agree to the following hold harmless and indemnification provision as a condition of every booking. The following language is reproduced verbatim from our standard rental agreement and is binding on every client whether the booking is formed by signed written contract or by PayPal deposit through our website:
"Lessee understands and acknowledges that play on an amusement device entails both known and unknown risks including, but not limited to, physical injury from falling, slipping, crashing or colliding, emotional injury, paralysis, distress, damage or death to any participant. Lessee agrees to indemnify and hold SWFL Amusements, LLC harmless from any and all claims, actions, suits, proceedings, costs, expenses, fees, damages and liabilities, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney's fees and costs, arising by reason of injury, damage, or death to persons or property, in connection with or resulting from the use of the leased equipment. This includes, but is not limited to, the manufacture, selection, delivery, possession, use, operation, or return of the equipment. Lessee hereby releases and holds harmless SWFL Amusements, LLC from injuries or damages incurred as a result of the use of the leased equipment. SWFL Amusements, LLC cannot, under any circumstances, be held liable for injuries as a result of inappropriate use, God, nature, or other conditions beyond its control or knowledge. Lessee also agrees to indemnify and hold harmless SWFL Amusements, LLC from any loss, damage, theft or destruction of the equipment during the term of the lease and any extensions thereof."
By signing a rental contract with SWFL Amusements, or by completing an online booking and paying the deposit via PayPal, the client acknowledges they have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by this provision.
7. Individual Participant Waivers
In addition to the client's acceptance of these Terms, any individual who uses equipment owned or operated by SWFL Amusements, LLC may be required to sign an individual participant waiver form before participating. For minors, a parent or legal guardian must sign on the participant's behalf where required.
If requried, waiver forms are provided by on-site SWFL Amusements staff at the start of the event. It is the client's responsibility to inform event participants of this requirement and to allow time for waivers to be signed before equipment use begins. Participants who refuse to sign the individual waiver will not be permitted to use the equipment.
Whether or not forms are issued, lesee assumes all responsibility for the safe operation and usage of rental equipment.
8. Site Condition Requirements
The client is responsible for ensuring the event venue meets all of the following conditions before the event date. SWFL Amusements staff will assess site conditions upon arrival. If the site does not meet safety requirements, equipment may not be set up, and no refund will be issued due to the inability to operate equipment caused by unsuitable site conditions.
- Level ground: All equipment must be placed on level, flat ground.
- Clear of obstructions: The setup area must be free from both ground-level and overhead obstructions (trees, power lines, fences, vehicles, etc.).
- Electrical power: Unless electrical generators are included in the rental package, the client confirms there will be a dedicated 115 VAC, 15-amp electrical outlet within 50 feet of each equipment item rented. Each blower motor requires its own dedicated circuit - shared circuits are not acceptable due to the high wattage of rental equipment blowers.
- Adequate space: The client asserts that adequate space exists for all rented equipment as described in the contract.
If site conditions allow only partial equipment setup, SWFL Amusements will operate as much equipment as safely possible. No partial refund is provided for equipment that cannot be set up due to site condition issues.
9. Setup, Operation & Emergency Procedures
SWFL Amusements provides on-site staff for all events. Staff handle all setup and teardown of equipment, ensure safety rules and regulation signs are in plain view, and monitor equipment to ensure safe usage. When staff are not on site for the entire event, staff train client (Lessee) on safe use and emergency procedures.
Events not held at a private residence: Events hosted at any location other than a private residence - including parks, schools, churches, commercial venues, HOA and community spaces, and public or permitted events - require SWFL Amusements staff to remain on site for the full duration of the event. This dedicated on-site staffing carries an additional cost beyond the base rental price. These additional staffing fees are not included in standard online pricing and will be confirmed after your online booking, or during the phone booking or written contract process at the time of reservation.
In the event of an emergency or equipment problem: It is the responsibility of the client (Lessee) to immediately contact any on-site SWFL Amusements staff member present at the event AND SWFL Amusements ownership directly at (239) 212-0011 to resolve the issue.
Important: If the client fails to contact SWFL Amusements ownership during the event, no refunds will be issued regardless of the nature of the problem. Do not wait until after the event to report an equipment issue.
10. Negligence, Damage & Liability
The client (Lessee) agrees to be responsible for any damage to rental equipment caused by negligence or abuse by any individual at the event venue. This includes, but is not limited to, damage from misuse, overloading, tampering, unauthorized modifications, or failure to follow safety instructions provided by SWFL Amusements staff. Client acknowledges and understands replacement cost for equipmnet can exceed $10,000.00
Safety rules and regulation signs are in plain view at all events. It is the client's responsibility to ensure that all event participants comply with posted safety rules and the operating instructions provided by SWFL Amusements staff.
SWFL Amusements cannot, under any circumstances, be held liable for injuries resulting from inappropriate use, acts of God, natural conditions, or other conditions beyond its control or knowledge. See Section 6 (Hold Harmless & Release) for the full indemnification and release language.
11. Insurance Requirement
The client (Lessee) agrees to obtain and maintain adequate insurance coverage for the rented equipment during the entire term of the rental, including any extensions. This includes coverage sufficient to address loss, damage, theft, or destruction of the equipment while in the client's possession or at the event venue.
Proof of insurance shall be provided to SWFL Amusements upon request. Failure to maintain adequate coverage does not relieve the client of any financial responsibility for damaged, lost, stolen, or destroyed equipment under Section 10 of these Terms.
12. Termination
Either party may terminate the rental agreement in the event of a material breach by the other party. Termination must be made in writing, must specify the grounds for termination, and may result in financial consequences as outlined in Section 4 (Cancellation Policy) and Section 3 (Payment & Deposit, including late payment penalties).
Material breach includes, but is not limited to, failure to pay amounts owed when due, failure to provide a safe event venue, providing false information at booking, or refusal to comply with safety requirements communicated by SWFL Amusements staff.
13. Entire Agreement
These Terms of Service, together with any executed written rental contract and its appendices (where applicable), and the online booking record (where applicable), constitute the entire understanding between the client and SWFL Amusements, LLC, and supersede all prior discussions, negotiations, and agreements - whether written or oral - relating to the subject matter herein.
No modification or amendment to the rental agreement is effective unless made in writing and either signed by both parties or expressly confirmed in writing (including email) between the client and SWFL Amusements ownership. By signing a written rental contract or by completing an online booking and paying the deposit via PayPal, the client acknowledges they have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by all terms and conditions set forth in these Terms of Service.
14. Disputes & Governing Law
Any disputes arising from or relating to a rental agreement with SWFL Amusements shall be resolved through mediation or arbitration. The parties agree to appoint a neutral third party to facilitate resolution. Both parties agree to abide by the decision reached through this process.
All dispute resolution proceedings shall take place in Lee County, Florida. By signing a rental contract with SWFL Amusements, or by completing an online booking and paying the deposit via PayPal, the client consents to this venue for any legal proceedings or alternative dispute resolution related to the agreement.
15. Website Terms of Use
By accessing and using www.swflamusements.com (the "Site"), you agree to the following terms governing use of this website.
- Accurate information: You agree to provide accurate, complete, and truthful information when submitting any booking inquiry, quote request, or contact form on this Site. Submitting false or misleading information may result in cancellation of your booking without refund.
- Pricing subject to change: All pricing displayed on this Site is subject to change without notice. Pricing is not confirmed until either a signed rental contract is executed or an online booking deposit is paid via PayPal. A quote or estimate provided via the Site does not constitute a binding contract.
- No scraping or automated access: You may not use any automated tool, bot, scraper, crawler, or similar technology to access, copy, or collect data from this Site without prior written permission from SWFL Amusements.
- No misuse: You may not use this Site in any way that is unlawful, harmful, fraudulent, or that interferes with the normal operation of the Site or its services.
- Intellectual property: All content on this Site - including text, images, logos, and graphics - is the property of SWFL Amusements, LLC or its licensors and may not be reproduced, distributed, or used without written permission.
- Third-party links: This Site may contain links to third-party websites (such as National Weather Service or payment processors). SWFL Amusements is not responsible for the content or practices of any third-party sites.
- Availability: We do not guarantee that this Site will be available at all times. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Site or any feature at any time without notice.
16. Changes to These Terms & Contact Us
SWFL Amusements reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of this Site or our services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Changes to your individual rental contract terms require a written amendment signed by both parties and are not affected by updates to this page.
Questions about these terms or your rental agreement? Contact us directly:
- Phone: (239) 212-0011
- Email: [email protected]
- Mailing Address: SWFL Amusements, LLC, 1718 NW 14th Ter, Cape Coral, FL 33993