How does porta potty rental work?
Call 1-833-520-0680 with the address, the headcount and how long you need the units. We connect you with an independent local provider who sets the unit count, the servicing frequency and the delivery window, then quotes the whole rental as one figure. Job site rentals are billed monthly with weekly service included.
What does OSHA require on a job site?
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.51 sets the construction minimum, and it is a floor rather than a target. Most contractors order above it, because one unit per 10 workers stays usable through a week of standard servicing.
| Workers on site | Requirement | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 20 workers | 1 toilet facility | 1 |
| 20 to 199 workers | 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 40 workers | 1 per 40 |
| 200 or more workers | 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 50 workers | 1 per 50 |
Restroom types explained
Standard porta potty
The job site and event workhorse.
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Deluxe flushable unit
Foot flush, sink and mirror inside.
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ADA accessible restroom
Ground level wheelchair accessible unit.
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Luxury restroom trailer
Climate controlled multi stall trailer.
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Hand wash station
Foot pump sinks beside the units.
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Construction site unit
Weekly serviced crew restroom.
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Event porta potty
Festivals, races and block parties.
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Wedding restroom
Trailer units for outdoor venues.
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Long term rental
Monthly units for long projects.
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High rise crane toilet
Craned units for tower work.
See options and prices ›How often are units serviced?
| Use | Frequency | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Job site, up to 10 workers per unit | Weekly | Tank pumped, unit washed, paper restocked |
| Job site, more than 10 workers per unit | Twice weekly | Also the norm in summer heat |
| Long term rental, light use | Weekly | Standard on monthly contracts |
| Short event, under one day | Delivered clean, collected after | No mid event service unless requested |
| Multi day festival | Nightly | Overnight servicing between sessions |
What does it cost?
| Item | Best for | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Standard porta potty, 1 day event | Parties, races, small gatherings | $150 to $275 |
| Standard porta potty, monthly job site | Crew restroom with weekly service | $175 to $325 |
| ADA unit, monthly | Wheelchair accessible access | $225 to $425 |
| Deluxe flushable, event | Weddings and guest facing events | $200 to $375 |
| Hand wash station, monthly | Beside any bank of units | $100 to $200 |
| Restroom trailer, per day | Weddings, VIP and long events | $900 to $3,500 |
Porta potty rental by state
- Alabama
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Popular cities
- Washington, DC
- Houston, TX
- New York, NY
- El Paso, TX
- Dallas, TX
- Sacramento, CA
- Los Angeles, CA
- Miami, FL
- Atlanta, GA
- Philadelphia, PA
- Chicago, IL
- San Antonio, TX
- Las Vegas, NV
- Phoenix, AZ
- San Diego, CA
- Oklahoma City, OK
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Austin, TX
- Charlotte, NC
- Cincinnati, OH
- Kansas City, MO
- Minneapolis, MN
- Saint Louis, MO
- Denver, CO
- Birmingham, AL
- Indianapolis, IN
- Memphis, TN
- New Orleans, LA
- Portland, OR
- Orlando, FL
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Porta potty rental questions
How much does porta potty rental cost?
A standard unit runs about $120 to $275 for a one day event, or $140 to $325 a month on a job site with weekly servicing. ADA units, flushable units and trailers cost more.
How many units do I need?
For events, start at 1 unit per 50 guests for up to 4 hours. On job sites, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.51 sets the minimum at 1 unit for up to 20 workers, then 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 40 workers.
How often are units serviced?
Weekly is the job site standard. Heavy use, hot weather or more than about 10 workers per unit normally calls for twice weekly service.
Do I need an ADA accessible unit?
If the public has access, accessible facilities are expected under the 2010 ADA Standards. Ordering at least one ADA unit is the practical answer for any public event.
What is the difference between a standard and a flushable unit?
A deluxe flushable unit has a foot operated flush, a fresh water sink and a mirror inside. Standard units have a holding tank, a seat and a hand sanitiser dispenser.
Do you own the units?
No. We are a free referral service. Your call connects you with an independent local provider who owns the units and handles delivery and servicing.
Who wrote this page
Written and fact checked by the Dumpster Porta Potty USA editorial team. We check container sizes, servicing intervals and price ranges against published provider rate sheets and federal guidance, then update the page when those change.
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