Yes, deposit is required and the amount varies on how many items you wish to rent. You may pay with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover on our website or by phone. The deposit is non-refundable .However, if cancellation is 10 days prior to your event we will charge your credit card account for $100. That $100 can be used in future use within the next year. If the cancellation takes place within 10 days of scheduled event the $100 charge will be applied to credit card on file.