How many portable toilets does my construction site need?
OSHA 1926.51(c)(1) sets the baseline. For 20 workers or fewer, you need 1 toilet facility. From 20 up to 200 workers, the rule calls for 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 40 workers. At 200 or more workers, it's 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 50 workers. Your actual count depends on your site size, shift length and whether workers will be on-site all day or rotating in and out. Ask for a quote or send us your site map and crew count. If you're unsure, send us a site map and crew count and we'll size it right. For events, festivals and weddings, the math is different: aim for 1 unit per 50 to 75 guests for a day event. Event restroom rental runs higher because you'll use more capacity in a shorter window.
What does portable toilet rental cost per day, week or month?
Daily porta potty rental starts around 150 dollars. Weekly rental drops the per-day cost and runs roughly 200 dollars per unit. Monthly rental is the best value if you're renting for 30 days or longer, starting around 200 dollars. Delivery runs 100 to 150 dollars depending on how far the site is from our yard. Service calls, pumping and restocking, cost 60 to 175 dollars per visit, with weekly being the standard interval under ANSI/PSAI Z4.3. See the monthly porta potty rental page for full pricing on standard, deluxe and ADA accessible units. If your project is in North Tustin, 3.1 miles north, or Placentia, 12.6 miles north, distance fees may apply.
How often do portable toilets get serviced?
Weekly service is the standard. A crew arrives once every seven days to pump the tank, restock toilet paper and hand sanitizer, and clean the interior. For high-traffic sites, festivals, and construction sites with 40 or more workers, you may want twice-weekly or even daily service to keep the units sanitary and prevent overflow. Weekend service costs more than weekday service. If your site needs restroom trailers instead of standard units, they come with their own water supply and gray water tank, so service intervals may differ. We'll work out a schedule that fits your site when you rent.
What if my site is not accessible? Do I need an ADA unit?
If your site has workers or visitors with disabilities, federal law requires at least one ADA accessible porta potty. ADA Standards section 213.2 says that where single-user portable toilet units are clustered, at least 5 percent (and never fewer than one unit) must be accessible. An accessible unit has a wider door, 32 inches minimum clear opening under ADA Standards 404.2.3, a 36-inch minimum clear route around it per ADA Standards 403.5.1, and a 60-inch turning circle per ADA Standards 304.3.1. For construction sites in Tustin, placement matters: put the accessible unit on level, stable ground per ADA Standards 302.1 and as close as you can to the work area. We deliver and position them; you confirm the location meets site conditions.
Do I need a permit to place a portable toilet on my property?
That depends on whether the unit sits on private property or in the public right of way. Placement on your own Tustin lot usually doesn't require a permit. But if the unit will sit on a street, sidewalk or other public area, placement in the public right of way needs confirming with the City of Tustin. Call ahead before you rent. For roll-off dumpster rental and restroom trailers, the same rule applies: private property is generally clear, public placement needs verification.
How do I know if a standard unit or a deluxe unit is right for me?
Standard units have a 60 to 70 gallon holding tank and are about 44 by 48 inches on the ground, standing 92 inches tall. Deluxe units add a hand-washing sink, running water, and a flushing mechanism. Pick deluxe for higher-traffic sites, client-facing events, or professional settings like film sets or weddings. Standard is fine for construction crews and short-term projects. Both rent by the day, week, or month.
What surfaces can a portable toilet sit on?
Level, stable, firm ground. Grass, gravel, pavement and concrete all work. Avoid soft dirt, mud or slope. The unit weighs several hundred pounds when full, so it needs a surface that won't sink or shift. A delivery truck pulling away needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind it, so plan your access route before we arrive.
Can I rent a portable toilet for an emergency, same-day?
Yes. Call us directly with your address, site details and unit type. Same-day delivery depends on our current schedule and your location in Tustin. Emergency service carries a premium.
What's the difference between a roll-off dumpster and a storage container?
A roll-off dumpster is open-top, mounted on wheels, delivered by a truck with a hydraulic arm, and picked up full. You load it over the side. A storage container sits on-site with a lockable door, so you can load it at your own pace and keep materials secure. Roll-off dumpster rental costs less per day and suits demolition, landscaping and bulk waste. Storage containers run monthly and work for tool storage, equipment staging and multi-week projects.
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