How to Choose the Best Balloon Decor Company (2025 Guide)
Balloon decor has exploded across Utah events the last few years. Backyard Provo birthdays, Draper corporate launches, church cultural halls — everyone is decorating more intentionally now. And with so many options popping up, it can feel overwhelming to know what actually matters when you’re trying to choose who to trust.
What Quality Really Means in Balloon Decor
Balloons are more than just pretty colors thrown together and praying that they don't pop. In my experience, true quality comes from things you don’t necessarily see in the final photo:
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professional-grade balloon brands
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correct inflation methods
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intentional color ratios & styling
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correct structures & rigging
Because balloon decor isn’t just decor. It's really the engineering of art!
Why does experience matter more than people think?
Outdoor balloon installs in particular, in Utah County vs Salt Lake County, can behave completely differently. From the element of high-wind areas to the impact the direct sun will have on dark colored balloons, we've seen it all.
After being in business for 11 years, we're well versed in on-site pivoting for unexpected moments. We come prepared with Plans A-Z already in our heads and the tools for it in our van. That’s the kind of flexibility that comes from doing hundreds of real in-person balloon creations and investing in training, not just mood board ideas.
Experience is what makes decor last the whole event, not just the first 45 minutes for photos. Of course we can't control the weather-- but you'd better believe we've done everything within our power to give your balloon decor the best chance of survival outside.
Look for real portfolio photos
This is a huge one! Between AI generated balloon decor and stolen photos, it is extremely common to come across work by "balloon artists" that they did not even
make.
Look for:
- Consistency in design and style
- Natural shaped balloons. If they look kind of distorted...there's probably a reason.
So always ask:
“What installs have you personally done like this?” Real photos tell you everything.
Questions to ask before you book
Here are quick questions that reveal quality fast:
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What balloon brands do you use?
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Can I see recent installs you did?
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Do you assist with setup and installation?
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Do you have experience setting up outdoors? (if applicable)
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What is your typical install window?
A good provider should be able to not only say yes to these things, but should be able to guide you on what will be best for your specific event and needs in terms of size, timing, expectations, suggested decor, etc.
Ready to book balloon decor in Utah?
Utah Balloon Creations specializes in balloon garlands, balloon arches, balloon columns and custom install designs throughout Utah and Salt Lake County.
Whether it’s small and cute, or a big corporate “wow moment,” our installations are stable, intentional, and built to last.