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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Helpful answers about ordering, delivery, returns, changes, and rental policies.

Rental planning basics

Clear answers before the contract stage.

These FAQs summarize common timing, delivery, return, damage waiver, change, and cancellation questions. Your signed rental contract is always the controlling document for your reservation.

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Ordering & Timing Delivery & Set up Maintenance & Returns Changes & Cancellations

Ordering & Timing

How reservations are started, confirmed, and secured.

How do I place an order?

You can request a quote online or by calling us at (760) 591-4314. A member of our team will walk you through the details to finalize your reservation. Please note that orders are confirmed only after the rental contract is signed and the non-refundable deposit is processed.

How far in advance should I place my order?

We recommend booking early to secure your items. While our inventory is large, high demand may affect availability. We will make every effort to accommodate your request, but all orders are subject to availability at the time of booking.

Do you require a deposit?

To secure your reservation a non-refundable deposit is required. The due date for the remaining balance and any final adjustment will be specified in your reservation details. Until the order is confirmed, all prices and availability are subject to change.

Delivery & Set up

Fees and labor are based on the details of each event.

How much is delivery and pick-up?

Delivery and pickup fees are calculated as a round-trip rate based on your location, timing, and order size. To ensure accuracy, we provide custom quotes for each contract after reviewing your specific logistical requirements.

Do you set up and break down the rental equipment?

Set up and break down are available for an additional fee. To ensure our team has enough time scheduled, these services must be added to your order prior to your delivery and pickup date.

Maintenance & Returns

Return condition, customer responsibility, and damage waiver details.

Do I need to clean the equipment before returning?

Please return all tableware and food service equipment rinsed, debris-free, and packed in their original containers. Laundering is not required for linens; simply shake off any debris and ensure they are air-dried. Please ensure all charcoal or oil is emptied from equipment prior to return. For further details, refer to your rental contract.

Who is responsible for lost or damaged equipment?

The customer is responsible for all equipment from the time of delivery or ‘will call’ pickup until its return and acceptance by our team, including protection from loss, theft, and damage due to weather or neglect.

Do you offer a protection plan against damaged equipment?

An optional, non-refundable Limited Damage Waiver (LDW) is available for 7% of the rental cost. This waiver limits your liability for repair or replacement costs resulting from accidental damage to the equipment during normal use.

LDW IS NOT INSRUANCE, NOR IS IT A WARRANTY and is subject to specific limitations and exclusions (such as theft or misuse). For full details, please review our Terms and Conditions of Rental Contract. In the event of any conflict between this summary and the signed rental contract, the terms of the rental contract shall govern.

If declined, the customer remains fully responsible for the total replacement cost of any damaged, lost, or missing item.

Changes & Cancellations

Timing matters once items, labor, and delivery are reserved.

Can I change my order?

You may modify your order up to seven days before your scheduled delivery or will-call pickup, unless your contract states otherwise. For requests made within the seven-day window, we will do our best to accommodate increases based on availability. Please refer to our cancellation policy for details regarding charges for reduced quantities or canceled items. Modifications are only confirmed upon receipt of a signed, updated rental contract.

What is your cancellation policy?

All deposits are non-refundable. Cancellations made within seven days of the rental date are subject to a cancellation fee of 50% to 100% of the total rental cost. The specific fee is determined by the timing of the cancellation, equipment availability, and any preparation costs already incurred. Please refer to your individual rental contract for full details.

Contract terms come first.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this FAQ is for general reference and summary purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, the terms and conditions outlined in your signed Rental Contract always take precedence. In the event of any conflict between this page and your rental contract, the signed rental contract shall govern.

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