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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You are responsible for keeping the equipment in good condition from the time it is delivered/picked up until it is returned to our driver or to our office. You are expected to exercise ordinary care to safeguard the equipment. Equipment must be protected from weather at all times. If you pick up the equipment, you must be able to transport it safely and bring adequate straps to secure the equipment into your vehicle. Any water damage, or damage outside normal wear will be subject to additional charges, repair or replacement.
Tables and chairs must be free of soil, staples or tape. Please DO NOT use staples on the tables. If these items are returned otherwise, you will be charged an additional fee. Prior to pick up, all items should be placed together in an accessible area, where we delivered the equipment.
How do I reserve equipment? What do I need to reserve equipment?
Just call or come into the showroom to reserve your equipment. We can
assist you with any questions you might have. We do require some
basic information name, address and phone number. To confirm your
reservation we will take a security deposit consisting of a valid
credit card. No amount is collected until the rental goes out.
Can I change my reservation?
You may change a confirmed order or cancel seven (7) business
days prior to the delivery date or pick up. If you cancel the order within the (7) business days,
Big 4 Party will retain 50% cancellation fee. From that point to the
day before the delivery date, you may add items to your order, subject
to availability. If you reduce quantities less than the seven day
period, we can adjust the quantity of items we deliver, but you remain
responsible for the 50% cancellation fee.When and how do I pay?
Payment in full is required upon pick up or on the delivery date.
If items are returned in damaged condition, dirty, or are not returned
at all, Big 4 will apply the full replacement cost or repair cost to
your invoice. The customer is
responsible for any outstanding balance due payable within fourteen
(14) days after the event date.
We gladly accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover
credit cards, cash, or your personal or company check, made payable to
Big 4 Party Rental. If you are tax exempt, you must pay with a check
or credit card from the organization claiming the exemption and have a
tax exempt letter on file with us. If your check is returned for
insufficient funds, you will pay a $35.00 fee.Are there delivery charges?
We offer delivery & pickup during business hours within our delivery
areas. Any special charges depend on your location and the time and
date of the delivery or pick up. Deliveries or pick ups outside our
normal business hours are available for an additional charge.What are Big 4 Party's hours of operation and where are you located?
Our office and showroom hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We are located at 5550 Commerce
Boulevard in Rohnert Park and 5764 Paradise Drive in Corte Madera.What about delivery and pick up schedules?
We will make arrangements with you for delivery and pick up. Any
delivery required outside our normal delivery hours is subject to
additional charges. We make every effort to accommodate your schedule.
We prefer to arrange delivery one day before your event and pick up
one day after your event. We appreciate your patience in the event of
unforeseen circumstances that require us to deviate from our plans.What if I experience an unexpected situation after hours?
Big 4 Party does have an after-hour emergency number so that you can
get in touch with one of our event coordinators should an unexpected
situation arise. We want you to be assured that you are not alone in
your event planning!What are my responsibilities while I have the equipment?
All rental equipment is and remains the property of Big 4 Party Rental
LLC and is to be used ONLY by you for the event/time for which it is
rented. You reserve the equipment for a specific time and are
responsible for the rental price, even if you do not use the equipment.You are responsible for keeping the equipment in good condition from the time it is delivered/picked up until it is returned to our driver or to our office. You are expected to exercise ordinary care to safeguard the equipment. Equipment must be protected from weather at all times. If you pick up the equipment, you must be able to transport it safely and bring adequate straps to secure the equipment into your vehicle. Any water damage, or damage outside normal wear will be subject to additional charges, repair or replacement.
Tables and chairs must be free of soil, staples or tape. Please DO NOT use staples on the tables. If these items are returned otherwise, you will be charged an additional fee. Prior to pick up, all items should be placed together in an accessible area, where we delivered the equipment.
Do I have to wash the dishes or clean the grills before I return them?
All glassware, concession equipment, and food service equipment should
be returned rinsed, and in the containers/packaging materials in which
they were delivered. Please return glassware upside down in their
appropriate crate. Charcoal grills must be free of charcoal and ash and
cool before returned. Propane grills should also be free of excess food.
Do I have to wash the linens?
No. Linens are to be returned dry and free of food, wax, and debris.
Any tears, rips, stains, mildew, candle wax damage will be subject to
additional fees over and above the original rental charge. Do not
place them in plastic bags after use. This will mildew the linens and
a replacement charge will apply.What about stairs, elevators, and other obstacles?
All deliveries and pick ups are to first floor locations that the
truck can access, unless you specify otherwise. Carry in away from the
tailgate of the truck will require additional charges. If we arrive
to deliver or pick up and encounter stairs or limited access that were
not identified when the order was confirmed there will be a portage
fee. You will be responsible for any additional charges necessary to
address the situation. We will gladly set up and/or take down our
tables and chairs, if you have arranged for us to do so previously.
Set up/take down must be scheduled ahead of time. Tents, staging, pipe
and drape, and dance floor pricing includes set-up or take-down
charges in normal situations.Why is it important that I know how many of each item I receive and return?
We make every effort to assure an accurate count of the equipment you
rent from us. When we deliver the equipment, you should check our
count against the contract. If you are not present at the time of
delivery, check over your order and call us if there are any
discrepancies. You will be responsible for any discrepancies in the
count at the time the equipment is returned to us.What is EPP?
Big 4 Party offers EPP, Equipment Protection Plan, which provides our customers coverage in case of breakage or damage to any of our rental equipment. This protection offers peace of mind for any event for a reasonable fee. The fee is a small percentage of your rental total.

