How to Rent a LCD Projector in Houston

Picture it. You are in Houston and heading to the client's office to make a presentation. Laptop? Check.Proposals? Check.Breath mints? Check.Projector? Uhh. You are pressing the power button in vein. No whirring of the fan. No image on the wall.Luckily for you, the fourth-largest city in America has a robust selection of audio-video rental companies.Get your completely-charged cell phone out and start dialing.

Things You'll Need

• Cell phone
• Credit card (for over-the-phone deposits, if required)

Instructions

What are your options?

1. Commercial Audio-Video || [phone]Looking to rent a projector? It's possible that the company with a URL of www.werentprojectors.com can help. The company, located on Flintlock, boasts a selection of Viewsonic, Eiki and Panasonic projectors, starting at $150. They take all credit cards and staff a 24-hour hotline.

2. Atiwa Computing || [phone]In the business since 1983, Atiwa lists the City of Houston among its clients. Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

3. AVC Audio Visual Rentals || [phone]AVC rentals begin at $159 per day. They offer delivery throughout the metro area and as far as Galveston.

4. Smart Computer Rentals || [phone]With locations in Austin, Dallas and San Antonio, SCR reaches throughout the Lone Star State with a full-range of A/V equipment and PCs.

Tips & Warnings

• Call early to insure availability and delivery.

• Deal locally. Many companies advertise themselves as local, but the fine print shows that they are only as local as the FedEx depot. A number of companies will ship their products to you overnight. No local support. No local storefront. And, if you are in a hotel, be ready to pay up for them to accept the package.