Helium Advertising Balloons & Inflatable Blimps — Since 1979
Arizona Balloon Company manufactures helium advertising balloons and inflatable advertising blimps for home builders, auto dealers, trade shows, and any business that needs to be seen from the road. Our proprietary polyurethane construction uses one-third the helium of PVC — making us the only U.S. manufacturer that builds this way.
🏆 Trusted by NASA · JPL · U.S. Navy · ASU · NIH
The Only Polyurethane Helium Advertising Balloon & Inflatable Blimp Manufacturer in the U.S.
We are a manufacturer, rental provider, and servicer of polyurethane helium advertising balloons and inflatable advertising blimps, operating out of Phoenix, Arizona since 1979. Every product is built in our own shop — not imported — by owner Johnny Mulder and his team. The single thing that sets our products apart: we build in polyurethane, not PVC. Polyurethane retains helium roughly three times as long per fill, which is why short-term rentals are financially viable for us where competitors using PVC cannot offer them.
Founded 1979 — 45+ Years
One of the oldest helium advertising balloon and inflatable blimp manufacturers in the U.S.
Made in the USA — Phoenix, AZ
Every helium advertising balloon and inflatable blimp built in our own shop, not imported.
Proprietary Polyurethane
Uses about one-third the helium of PVC blimps — dramatically lower operating costs.
2-Year Material Warranty
Industry-leading coverage: 2-year material and 1-year workmanship warranty on every product.
Custom Artwork in 2–4 Weeks
From artwork approval to your door — faster than any imported alternative.
Blimps 10–30 ft · Balloons 6–30 ft
Full size range for any location, event, or campaign budget.
Four Product Lines, One American Manufacturer
All helium advertising balloons, inflatable advertising blimps, and cold-air inflatables are built in Phoenix, Arizona using proprietary polyurethane. Custom sizes, artwork, and colors available on every product line.
Advertising Blimps
Polyurethane helium blimps in 10 to 30-foot lengths. Custom lettering, logos, full-color artwork. Visible up to 4 miles.
Advertising Balloons
Round helium advertising balloons in 6 to 30-foot diameters. Full-color custom artwork for grand openings, events, and dealership lots.
Cold-Air Inflatables
Giant cold-air inflatables and dancing balloons in any shape — dinosaurs, characters, holiday figures, product replicas, fully custom.
Surveillance Aerostats
Tethered aerostat blimps for surveillance, monitoring, and observation. Used by the U.S. Navy, NASA, JPL, and research institutions.
Why Our Blimps Use One-Third the Helium
PVC is a porous plastic — helium molecules are small enough to escape through the wall material on their own, with no visible leak required. Polyurethane has a tighter molecular structure that keeps helium inside significantly longer.
In practice, a polyurethane blimp delivers comparable visibility to a PVC blimp at roughly one-third the helium cost per fill. For a home builder running a 13-foot blimp every weekend through a model-home season, that difference pays for the blimp itself in the first year of use.
It also means short-term rentals are financially viable for us — and available to customers. Competitors using PVC cannot make a one-weekend rental work financially. We can, and we do.
Built for Your Industry
From model-home weekends to dealership lots and trade-show floors, our polyurethane blimps and balloons fit the way real businesses market.
Home Builders
- Weekend model-home and subdivision visibility
- New community grand openings
- Custom lettering: NEW HOMES · OPEN TODAY
- Reusable season after season
Auto Dealers
- Highway-frontage dealership visibility
- Weekend sales and holiday events
- Off-site tent sales and lot events
- Custom dealer branding and sale messaging
Trade Shows & Events
- Outdoor event blimps and balloons
- Indoor cold-air inflatables and characters
- Custom shape product replicas and mascots
- Rentals for single-show deployments
Balloon & Blimp Companies
- Wholesale supply for rental companies
- Lower helium cost per deployment vs. PVC
- Durable construction for repeat rental use
- Volume pricing available
General Business
- Grand openings and new location launches
- Seasonal sales and holiday promotions
- Roadside visibility for hard-to-find locations
- Custom branding for any industry
Government & Research
- Tethered aerostat and surveillance blimps
- Trusted by NASA, JPL, the U.S. Navy, and NIH
- Specialty institutional applications
- Custom specifications on request
Real Numbers for Real Decisions
We publish exact specs, helium requirements, and pricing so you can compare accurately — not just get a sales pitch.
| Blimp Length | Helium Per Fill | Base Price | With Custom Artwork | Best Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 ft | 72 cu ft | $664 | From $975 | Trade show booth, small storefront |
| 13 ftMost Popular | 170 cu ft | $946 | From $1,526 | Model homes, dealership lots |
| 15 ft | 255 cu ft | Call | Call | Step-up in tall surroundings |
| 18 ft | 319 cu ft | Call | Call | Highway-frontage builders |
| 21 ft | 430 cu ft | $2,486 | From $3,130 | Large dealer lots, major events |
| 25 ft | 787 cu ft | $4,085 | From $5,127 | Major event sponsorship |
| 30 ft | 1,510 cu ft | From $7,246 | Custom quote | Freeway-visible showpiece |
Everything You Need to Know Before Ordering
We answer questions plainly — no upsell, no runaround. If your question isn’t here, call 1-800-791-1445.
What is an advertising blimp?
An advertising blimp is a helium-filled inflatable shaped like a blimp or zeppelin, tethered to a fixed point and flown above a location to attract attention from a distance. Arizona Balloon Company manufactures polyurethane advertising blimps in sizes from 10 to 30 feet for home builders, auto dealers, trade show exhibitors, and businesses.
What is the difference between polyurethane and PVC blimps?
PVC is porous — helium molecules escape through the wall material itself, not only through visible leaks. Polyurethane has a tighter molecular structure, so helium stays inside much longer. Our polyurethane blimps require roughly one-third the helium of a comparable PVC blimp per fill cycle.
What size advertising blimp do I need?
For most home builders and auto dealers, the 13-foot blimp is the right starting point. It delivers visibility comparable to a 20-foot PVC blimp and fits in a standard residential garage. Step up to 18 or 21 feet for tall surroundings, and 25 or 30 feet for freeway-visible locations and major events.
Can I rent a blimp instead of buying one?
Yes. Because our polyurethane blimps retain helium far longer than PVC, short-term rentals are financially viable for us — and therefore available to customers. Call us with your event date and Phoenix-area location for rental pricing.
How long does a custom blimp take to manufacture?
Custom orders with artwork typically take 2–4 weeks from artwork approval to delivery, manufactured in our Phoenix shop. We accept vector files (AI, EPS, PDF) or high-resolution rasters (300+ DPI PNG, JPEG, TIFF).
Do I need a permit to fly an advertising blimp?
Tethered blimps flown under 150 feet generally do not require FAA approval. However, local sign ordinances, HOA covenants, and property-owner rules can create restrictions. Call us before setting up in a new market.
How long does an advertising blimp last?
With proper care — stored clean, dry, out of direct sun, away from sharp edges — a polyurethane blimp serves for years. Five-year service life is a reasonable expectation under normal conditions.
What wind conditions are safe for flying a blimp?
The 13-foot blimp handles winds up to 25–30 MPH structurally, but above about 20 MPH it tilts significantly and loses visual effectiveness. We recommend bringing the blimp down when gusts exceed 20 MPH or when storms are in the forecast.
What warranty do Arizona Balloon Company products carry?
Every blimp and balloon we ship is covered by a one-year warranty against workmanship defects and a two-year warranty against material defects.
How much helium does a 13-foot blimp require?
Our 13-foot polyurethane advertising blimp requires approximately 170 cubic feet of helium per fill — roughly one-third of what a comparable PVC blimp consumes. A 10-foot needs 72 cubic feet; a 21-foot needs 430; a 30-foot needs 1,510.
Does Arizona Balloon Company serve customers outside Arizona?
Yes. We manufacture and ship nationwide. Primary service markets are Phoenix, Las Vegas, Dallas, and Austin, where we have the most regional experience, but we ship across the United States.
Who are some notable clients of Arizona Balloon Company?
Notable institutional clients include NASA, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), the U.S. Navy, Arizona State University (ASU), and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Commercial clients include CarMax, Winchester Homes, Stonefield Homes, Olympic Ford, and Birkenstock.
Get a Real Price from the Manufacturer
Tell us the size of the space you want the blimp to be visible from, the lettering or artwork you need, and your first deployment date. We’ll quote a real price and a real lead time — no call center. Johnny answers directly.
4333 West Paradise Lane, Glendale, AZ 85306 · Custom orders ship 2–4 weeks from artwork approval · We respond within one business day.
Manufacturing helium advertising balloons and inflatable advertising blimps in Phoenix, Arizona since 1979. Every product is American-made in our own shop. Trusted by NASA, JPL, the U.S. Navy, ASU, and NIH.