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Established:	1997
Employees:	50
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Distinctive Event Rentals was founded to offer the highest quality party rentals in the region which covers all of southeast VA, northeast NC, Eastern Shore of VA and MD, and west to Richmond. Our goal is to provide "Exceptional Equipment for Extraordinary Events", delivered with the best service in the industry. Whether it is an intimate dinner party or a gala under a tent, we focus on the individual needs and tastes of our customers.

Eagles Nest	Bill Cabell and his team are true professionals and have a passion for making their customers happy. Their attention to detail shows, with checklists and processes to ensure that everything is delivered as promised. They offer a wide array of rental items to create just the look and mood their clients envision. As a venue owner, I've worked with a lot of companies that provide tents and equipment, and Distinctive stands out as one of the very best.
Art of Creative Celebrations - Vivid Expressions LLC	I am delighted to endorse Distinctive Event Rentals. There friendly and professional staff is a joy to work with and their selection is unmatched. Distinctive Event Rentals is our 1st choice in tents, chairs and so much more!
Williamsburg Wedding Design	I am delighted to endorse Distinctive Event Rentals. When it comes to planning a wedding, DER goes the extra mile to be prepared for your event needs. The representatives that handle customer service are courteous, reliable and accessible. Their event day staff is professional and knowledgeable. Their management sincerely cares about the company's performance and credibility and the result is an event rental company you can trust. If you need event rental support (on a small or large scale) from Richmond to Virginia Beach, I suggest you start with Distinctive Event Rentals.

When should I reserve my rental equipment?
We encourage brides to begin their dialogue with us at least six months before their wedding date but earlier if possible.  The most unique things tend to go first and are the items that we are often unable to source elsewhere.  Despite having a 24,000 square foot warehouse and vast inventory, we still run into availability problems at times, especially when given shorter timelines.  After making your initial reservation, simply call us to make adjustments; we are quite flexible.  The only items that carry a cancellation fee are heaters, cooling units, and tents.  Cancellation fee takes effect 60 days prior to your scheduled delivery.

1.  Call us as soon as possible after you are engaged to take advantage of the best selection possible.  You can always make changes later.
2.  Save pictures and magazine clippings that serve as inspiration pieces for the look you hope to achieve.
3.  Realize that the best way to stay within your budget is to keep the guest list realistic.
4.  If planning an outdoor wedding at a rented place, carefully review the facility's guidelines to ensure there are no surprises later.  Our knowledge of many of these facilities can help you avoid pitfalls later.
5.  If planning an outdoor wedding at home, familiarize yourself with local ordinances as related to permits, timing, noise, and so forth.
6.  We can help you select a qualified wedding planner with adequate experience to serve your needs.