Here are some of the most commonly asked questions our clients have. If you have a question that is not addressed here, please contact us and we will gladly answer it.
Photo Booth Rental
The amount of time necessary for all your guests to enjoy the booth depends on how quickly your guests enter and leave the booth and how many guests use the booth at the same time (our booth will hold up to 8 guests at once). A general guideline would be 1 to 2 hours per 100 guests.
The green screen allows us to replace the background with an image of your choice.
Yes. There is a $50 per hour charge for idle time.
Idle time is when the booth is scheduled to operate for a period of time, then suspend operation for a period of time, then resume operation. For example, the booth is scheduled to during cocktail hour, but not run during dinner, then continue to run after dinner for the rest of the evening. Not running during dinner in this example would be considered idle time.
Travel is NOT charged for events within a 50 mile radius of Jefferson City. For events beyond a 50 mile radius of Jefferson City there is a $1 per mile charge. For example: If your event is 75 miles from Jefferson City, the travel charge would be $50 (75 miles – 50 miles = 25 miles x 2 (to and from event) = $50.
Yes. Many props are provided FREE for you and your guest’s to use in photos.
The booth and props table will comfortably fit into a space 8 feet by 16 feet.
Your photos will start printing within 10 seconds of exiting the booth.
We prefer to set the booth up indoors. If we set the booth up outdoors, we will need a solid, level, dry surface (such as cement) and shelter that completely covers the Photo Booth and prop table from adverse weather conditions. In the event of inclement weather, services may have to be terminated.
Yes. An attendant is provided to answer any questions your guests may have and to set up and take down the booth.
Yes. A $100 retainer is required for reservation with the balance due no later than our arrival at your event, prior to set up.
Music
Yes! We are a member of a subscription service called PROMO ONLY that sends us the newest hits on an ongoing basis. PROMO ONLY assures us here at Waters Sound & Light that we have the most up to date music for you and your guests to enjoy. Check out our music options.
Dinner music is usually played softly in the background during dinner, Dance music is played at a higher volume. However, the volume of the music is always at your discretion. We will play music as loud or as soft as you decide.
Yes! Guests’ requests are always welcome and will be worked into the music program. Questionable song requests will always be cleared with the bride and/or groom prior to playing them. Make a list of the songs you want to hear.
Services
Yes! We will tastefully make all announcements of special activities at your event. We will also pronounce names correctly. We will professionally coordinate the flow of the activities so you can set back and enjoy your event.
Yes. At your request I will meet with you in person. I just ask that everyone involved in making the hiring decision be present.
Yes! For a small additional charge you can add our karaoke package to any dj package. Our karaoke package consists of a second microphone, monitor to display song lyrics, and access to over 21000 karaoke songs from top karaoke track providers including Sound Choice, DK Karaoke, and PartyTyme.
Yes! We do lighting for a number of events where dj services are not required.
Yes! We have designed a small sound system with two lapel (lavalier) microphones. This sound system will also accommodate additional microphones for singing and/or reading. For more information see our Wedding Ceremony Package.
Yes! Once you have reserved our services, we will work with you either by phone, email, or in person to create a professional custom built timeline based on our decades of experience. However, this is your event so the final decision is always yours. You also have access to our event planning tools.
Yes! A written contract spells out the details of our agreement, the time and place of the event along with the price and services requested. The contract provides protection for you, the customer. You should refuse to do business with anyone who will not put your agreement in writing.
Equipment
We use touring grade professional sound and lighting equipment. Our equipment is some of the top rated in the industry. We do not use any home stereo equipment in our set up. You should not hire any disc jockey that uses home stereo equipment in their set up as it is not capable or durable enough to provide the quality of sound or operate at high volumes for the length of time required for your event.
Yes! We have fog and haze machines available for a small additional charge. Please check with your event venue to see if fog or haze machines are permitted.
The time needed to set up depends on what package your order. The more equipment, the longer set-up takes. Usually an hour to an hour and a half will do the trick. If possible, we like to arrive at least two hours prior to the first guest to get everything set up and checked out.
In the rare event there should be any failure in equipment, we carry backup equipment to ensure your event never stops.
Yes! All of our systems and packages come with wireless microphones. Corded microphones are provided for backup.
Yes! Contact Us to add one or more to your entertainment package.
Decision & Booking
Here at Waters Sound & Light we pride ourselves on giving premium service at a competitive price. We have one of the largest music libraries in central Missouri and are continually adding to it. We offer complete online event planning for your convenience. We accept most major credit cards online through our website. We arrive at your event well ahead of time and are properly attired during your event. We do not smoke or drink alcohol at your event. We do not use any kind of profanity and most of our music is edited for content. Quality, dependability, and affordability. Contact Us today to experience the Waters Sound & Light difference!
No. We do not have information packets or promotional materials beyond cards and brochures. Most of your questions should be answered here on our website. However, if you have additional questions please contact us and we will promptly answer any questions or concerns.
PUBLIC events: You are welcome to attend any of the PUBLIC events we are performing at.
PRIVATE events: As much as I would like for you to have the opportunity to see one of our performances, I have to politely decline. I cannot in good faith invite you to someone else’s private event. Would you want us inviting additional people to your private event?
You should book us as soon as you have made the decision to hire us. Don’t wait any longer. Popular dates fill up fast. You want to ensure you can get us for the date you want us. Most client’s book us 6 months to a year in advance. Find out if your date is available
Yes! Comments and reviews from our customers are listed throughout the pages of this website and on Facebook and Google.
Yes, there is a $100.00 retainer on disc jockey services; sound reinforcement and staging is 50% of service agreement price to secure your date. You can make your payment online with a major credit card or by mail with a check.
Not usually, but: Send us a copy of the detailed quote or contract you received from the other company. If they are a legally operating business, comparing same quality and service, we may be able to work with you.
No. As a legal business, we carry insurance, pay licensing fees, and taxes. Many venue’s will not allow you to work without a current Certificate of Insurance. The music we use must be legally licensed (ITunes & Amazon’s mp3’s are NOT licensed for commercial use per their user agreements). As industry professionals, we are accountable to our clients for the quality of work we do and per our ethics policy, must obey the laws regarding the work we do.