Frequently Asked Questions

We do not offer a “package” rental as every event is unique, requiring a different mix of equipment.

We will gladly come to your event site to assist in space requirement planning, especially as related to tents. We can provide a CAD drawing for complex events when requested.

We require a 50% deposit along with a signed contract to reserve your rental equipment.

Everything is based on availability at time of order confirmation. We encourage getting your reservation in early to guarantee availability. You may always adjust your order up to 3 days prior to delivery, except for special orders which must be finalized 10 days prior to delivery.

Curated Events Chesapeake charges for a one event usage. Each rental is for a maximum of four days – usually starting from the day of delivery. However, orders may be delivered 1-3 days in advance of your event, which doesn’t increase the cost of the rental. There are rare occasions when we will need to use your rental equipment for another event within your 4-day period. When that happens, we will make arrangements on an individual case basis.

We accept Checks, Visa, MasterCard, Discover & American Express. ACH Payments are also accepted. Final payment is due 10-days prior to delivery or pickup of the event rentals. Please note that a 3% transaction fee will apply to all credit card transactions.

Set up and breakdown is included with the rental price of our tents, dance floors, and stages. We do charge a nominal fee for the set up/breakdown of chairs, cushions, and tables if required. Arrangements must be made in advance for this service.

The customer is responsible for security of equipment until time of return. To avoid cleaning fees, please note the following:

Glasses should be turned upside down and returned to proper racks. To prevent racks from dripping, simply tear the bag open across the top when opening, leaving the plastic bag intact. Return the glass to the appropriate rack, upside down, and any drips will drop into the bag.

Silverware should be well-rinsed and separated by type. Please note that permanent damage will result if silverware is rinsed with bleach or other chemicals. Gold flatware will be ruined by most commercial dishwashers.

China should be thoroughly rinsed (food free) and re-racked. Trays and chafing pans should be completely cleaned.

Tablecloths should be shaken free of all debris.

Never return linens in a sealed plastic bag as this can lead to mildew and additional cleaning fees and NEVER place linens in black bags as those often get mistaken for trash. If we cannot remove candle wax from the linen there will be a replacement charge.

Unless otherwise arranged, all rental items must be stacked and organized prior to pick-up, as they were upon delivery.

Standard delivery charges are based on first floor drop-off during normal business hours with ease of accessibility by our staff and vehicles. Factors warranting additional charges include deliveries made on Sundays, holidays, tight time constraints, before or after normal business hours, or on a rush basis.

Delivery and pick-up rates are quoted as a round trip fee. Rates are based on the labor required and on the location of your event. We require that you give us at least a 4-6 hour window of time for all deliveries. If a specific time is needed, there will be an additional charge.

Customer is responsible for having a person on-site to accept, check, and count the order. The customer is responsible for all equipment from the time of delivery to return. The customer is liable for damaged, stolen, or broken items and for verifying that all the rental items are returned. Please note: You will be charged additional fees if your delivery requires equipment to be taken to a different floor or carried a long distance from our truck. Customers may pick up and return most items to save the delivery fee.

To receive a full refund, we must receive written notice from our client ninety or more days before the scheduled set-up day. If for any reason the event is cancelled less than ninety days before the scheduled set-up day, then a 40% cancellation fee on specific items such as tents, generators, heating and cooling items, and other select items that will be noted on the quote from us will apply and it will be deducted from your deposit. Any balance will be mailed to you within 21 days of cancellation.

Special order items are subject to a 100% cancellation fee once the order has been placed with our vendor.

The customer is allowed to make any additions or changes to a rental order, based on availability, up through 3 days prior to delivery. The only exception is for special order items, which may be changed up through 10 days prior to delivery.

We cannot be held responsible for weather conditions that may delay or prevent set-up of your event. If the customer elects to hold the event and we are forced to strike the equipment due to inclement weather, the total rental cost will be incurred. Due to insurance and safety requirements, the decision to strike equipment in rain, dampness, or high winds will be made solely by Distinctive Event Rentals.