Hyvee Helium Balloons (2024)

FAQs

Does Hy-Vee fill helium balloons bought elsewhere? ›

Thank you. Not at my store. With the helium shortage we only fill the ones we sell.

Balloons that are filled with helium – which is a finite and rapidly diminishing resource – can travel hundreds, even thousands of miles. When they land, they may slowly degrade – or not degrade at all – as litter on beaches, in rivers, lakes and other natural areas.

What are helium balloons used for? Helium balloons are used in advertising, event, promotion, birthday parties, functions, exhibitions, etc. How much do helium balloons cost? Depending on the material, size, application, brand, etc., the price of helium balloons ranges from Rs 5 to Rs 5k per piece.

Yes, you can! If you prefer to fill balloons yourself, we offer both small and large helium tanks that are perfect for parties or events.

It depends on your Walmart. Our store quit for a little while, but now we do again. The average latex balloon costs $. 50 to fill in addition to the cost of the balloon, ribbon and weight of your choosing.

It's not just the balloon itself that impacts the environment but also what's inside of it: helium. As Washington University in St. Louis explains, although helium is a natural resource, it is entirely nonrenewable, which means eventually, the planet will run out of it.

Argon can be used instead of Helium and is favoured for some metals. Helium is used for many lighter-than-air applications, and Hydrogen is a possible substitute for many where the flammability of Hydrogen is not a concern.

Some laws limit the number and types of balloons that can be released, others are outright bans on releasing helium-filled balloons. According to Balloons Blow, mass balloon releases are illegal in California, Connecticut, Florida, Tennessee and Virginia.

If you need balloons for a party or other event, you will need to purchase them and fill them yourself. Some Dollar General stores may sell helium tanks that can be used to fill balloons, but this service is not guaranteed and may vary by location.

How to make balloons float without helium? ›

Instead of filling the balloon with helium, you need to fill it with hot air. You can do this by using a hairdryer, holding the end of the balloon close to the hairdryer and letting the hot air fill it up. Once it is full of hot air, tie off the end of the balloon and watch it float!

Some foil balloons are air-fill only and this information is on each item description. Most foil balloons that can be filled with helium can also be filled with air but of course wont float To fill a balloon with air insert a straw into the valve and blow into it. Foil Balloons - Look a bit deflated!

Latex balloons filled with helium typically cost between 50 cents and $1 at party stores. Filled Mylar or foil balloons typically cost $1 to $4 for normal-size balloons, 18-inches in diameter and smaller, or $7 to $15 for oversized or jumbo balloons, which may be 20- to 50-inches in their longest measurement.

The global helium market has experienced four shortages since 2006, says Phil Kornbluth, a helium consultant. And the price of helium has nearly doubled since 2020, from $7.57 per cubic meter to a historic high of $14 in 2023, according to the United States Geological Survey.

We are able to inflate balloons purchased from an alternate retailer, but we will apply a charge to the inflation as listed below: Latex Inflation Charge £1.49 - €2.25. Inflation charge 34” Numerals £2.99 - €4.50.

Of course, the most obvious way to reuse your foil balloons is to fill them back up with helium and let them take centre-stage at your party once more. In fact, thanks to their clever valve system that remains intact after use, there are no limits on how many times you can inflate them.

Helium shortages seem unlikely

Already, shortages have been easing since the second half of 2023 amid a dip in demand from the chip industry, and major changes in helium supply would not be likely in the short term during the government review.