
Wedding
Limousine FAQ
Limousines are
costly business assets; it is not cost effective for limousine services
to offer their service for 1 hour. Typically a 1 hour rental would
consume more than 3 hours when considering travel times and vehicle
preparation. You cannot rent a hotel room for 5 hours; limo service is
similar.
What should you budget for your wedding?
This depends on the type and number of vehicles you are planning to
rent. Please understand that most limousine services have a rental
minimum of 3 hours. Most services do not offer "pick-up" and "drop-off"
service as this only consumes 1 hour of time.
A typical wedding rental package runs from $325 - $500 for 3 hours of
service depending on your vehicle preference. Exotic vehicle choices
cost much higher. For example, a standard white 8-passenger stretch
limousine would rent in the $425 range while an exotic vehicle, such as
a Stretch SUV would rent in the $900-$1,100 range - a big price
difference!
When do you start shopping?
A good time to begin your wedding limo shopping is 6 to 9 months
before your wedding date. Delays in your shopping could result in not
finding your vehicle of choice. Conversely, most companies do not handle
inquiries for service which extend beyond 1 year. To be taken seriously
by a limousine service, it is best to begin your shopping duties within
a year of your wedding date.
Can my bridal party fit in the limo?
Most limousines simply are not big enough to accommodate 25 people.
Exotic Party Buses can accommodate larger parties but are more expensive
and limited. When shopping, make sure you specify the number of
passengers you want traveling. Although a limo might be designated as a
"10 - passenger" limousine, it may be difficult to squeeze 10 adults
dressed in formal attire in such limos.
Should I get a contract?
Having a contract with your chosen limo company is a wise decision
which will help avert any problems in the future should your hired
service not perform to your expectations. Sadly, many firms do not put
their services in writing- you should require it!
When is a good time to hold my wedding?
If you haven't yet planned a wedding date, we strongly advise picking a date which DOES NOT occur in the springtime. Why? During prom season (March - June) prices are exorbitantly high because the demand for limo service skyrockets. Prom attendees scoop up all available services and many bridal parties are left without limo service options.
In the spring, bridal parties may find themselves with limo options that require 8 hours minimum and rental rates 30% higher than normal.
If your wedding date is in the spring, we suggest starting your limo
search 1 year before your wedding date. You should also plan on making
reservations 1 year in advance as well. For wedding dates during other
seasons, 6 months is adequate.
Do we pay while the limo is waiting?
You still have to pay for the rental time during your wedding even if
you aren't physically using the vehicle. Although the vehicle is not in
use, it cannot be used elsewhere; even when there are 2 or 3 hours in
between the drop-off and pickup.
Can we rent a limo for 1 hour?
No. Most companies require a minimum 3 hour booking to rent a
limousine. During prom season, expect this minimum to increase; as much
as 8 hours minimum. High demand vehicles such as Stretch Escalades will
often rent at full price with an 8 hour minimum.
Are there any discounts for my wedding?
Depends on the day and length of time rented. However, limousine services do not offer discounts during prom time. Why? The demand for limousines during the spring exceeds the supply. This shortage causes an increase in prices and hourly minimums. Some companies may offer a discount for a rental which exceeds 8 hours.
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