FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What types of events do you specialize in?
A: Weddings, Quiceneras, Birthdays, Special Occasions, Corporate and private events.
Q: How much does it cost to hire you to DJ my event?
A: I offer various DJ Service Packages: Basic DJ Services start at $690 (4 hours), Medium DJ Event $890 (4 hours), Large DJ Event $1,090 (4 hours) and Premium DJ Services (lighting package) is $1,490 for 5 hours. Plus $100 for each additional hour.
Q: How much does it cost to hire you to provide Photo Booth Services for my event?
A: Basic Photo Booth Services (Digital Only) cost $390 for 3 hours. Premium Photo Booth Services with Prints cost $790 for 3 hours.
Q: Do you offer Discounts or Package Deals?
A: Yes. You typically get a better value when you mix and match services or add-ons. Also, I typically offer discounts for non-peak days (Sunday - Friday) or for smaller events. We can discuss.
Q: How far in advance can I book you for my event?
A: On average, my booking are typically made 6 to 12 months in advance.
Q: Do you offer sound for Wedding Ceremony?
A: Yes, I keep a simple compact setup that includes a high quality hand-held wireless microphone on a stand and a high quality wireless speaker.
Q: What does if cost to provide sound for a Wedding Ceremony?
A: I charge a $200 add-on to any of the DJ Packages.
Q: Do you provide music for cocktail hour?
A: Yes. I can provide music for coctail hour.
Q. Do you charge extra to provide music for coctail hour?
A: No. I typically do not charge extra to provide music for cocktail hour, unless there are unusual circumstances. i.e. requires special equipment, locations are not at the same venue, etc. This can be discussed and arranged prior to the agreement.
Q: How do I pay for the DJ and/or Photo Booth Services?
A: My preferred method of payment is Paypal, which allows you to pay with credits or debit card. Payments made through Paypal can be disputed, therefore you/the customer are fully protected.
Q: How much does it cost to reserve the date and is this refundable?
A: I charge a $200 non-refundable retainer to reserve the date. The $200 retainer is applied towords the balance of the Services you select.
Q: If I pay more than the minimum $200 retainer and later cancel the Service, can I ask for a partial refund?
A: Yes, I only retain the $200 non-refundable retainer. Any additional payments received (in excess of the $200) are fully refundable.
Q: When is the rest of the payment due (remaining balance)?
A: I typically ask for full payment of the balance due 15 to 30 days prior to the event. Special arrangements can be made for payment of the remaining balance, however we would need to discuss and agree to the arrangement.
Q: Do you accept Credit Card Payments?
A: Yes, I do accept Credit Card Payments. Payments are processed through PayPal.
Q: Do I need a PayPal account to make the payment?
A: No, you do not need a PayPal account to make your credit payment. You will recieve an electronic PayPal invoice with a link to make your payment.
Q: Do you accept Cash or Company/Corporate Check?
A: Yes, I do accept Cash Payments and "Corporate/Company" checks.
Q: Do you accept personal checks?
A: No, unfortunately I do not accept personal checks.
Q: Do you provide a contract?
A: Yes. Contracts are important, it protects both you and me. It outlines the services to be provided, location of the event, start and end time of the services to be provided, agreement as to the payment, phone numbers, emails, etc.
Q: Are you Insured and can you provide a COI (Certificate of Insurance)?
A: Yes, I'm fully insured and can provide you and/or the venue with a COI.
Q: Do you meet with us before the event?
A: Although it is not required, we typically schedule a meeting or schedule a phone call to go over the important details of your event, such as timeline, music to be played, etc. Also, I sometimes like to schedule a visit to the venue to get an idea as to the loading and unloading of the equipment, the parking situations, placement of the equipment, etc.
Q: Why do you charge sales taxes for Photo Booth Services with prints?
A: California State Law mandates and requires sales taxes to be collected and paid when physical media such as prints are provided to the client.
Q: Are there sales taxes for DJ Services or Digital Photo Booth Services?
A: No. Since I am only providing services (i.e. no print media), sales taxes are not required.
Q: Do you offer lights with your DJ Services?
A. Yes, I have a various lighting packages. Lights can be an add-on to any of the various DJ Packages I offer.
Q: What types of lights do you offer?
A: The lights I use are high quality LED lighting, intelligent lighting, moving heads, up lighting, Wash Lights, etc.
Q: Do you offer "Walk on the Clouds" or "Cold Sparks"?
A: I do not offer these services. Although they are a great add-on, my insurance does not cover any type of "Pyrotechnic Services", such as Cold Sparks, Walk on the Clouds, CO2 Cannons, Lasers, Smog Machines, Hazers, etc.
Q: What language(s) do you speak?
A: My main form of communication is in English, however I am also fluent in Spanish.
Q: Do you offer MC Services?
A: Yes, this is part of the Services I offer with all DJ Packages. Mostly for making announcements at the event.
Q: Do you have wireless microphones?
A: Yes, I use high quality wireless microphones.
Q: What type of music do you play?
A: I'm an open format DJ, so I play a variety of differtent genre of music.
Q: Do you charge extra for Photo Booth Props and Back Drop?
A: No. I do not charge extra for Props and Back Drop. This is included in all Photo Booth Packages.
Q: Do you have more options for Photo Booth "Back Drops" (in addition to the one you currently offer on your website)?
A: Yes. I'm consistently adding new back drops to my Photo Booth collection. Let me know if you are looking for something specific, I may be able to help you. We can discuss options.