How many units do I need?
Start with headcount and hours, not guesswork. For a construction crew of 20 workers or fewer, OSHA 1926.51(c) requires one toilet facility; between 20 and 200 workers, it's one toilet and one urinal per 40 people. Above 200, that ratio drops to one per 50. If you're planning an event instead of a jobsite, use our how many porta potties do I need guide to size it by hours and guest count rather than a flat OSHA table. Add at least one ADA accessible porta potty to any cluster of standard units - ADA Standards section 213.2 requires 5 percent of clustered single-user units be accessible, with a minimum of one no matter how small the group is. For agricultural crews doing hand labor, OSHA 1928.110 sets a different bar: one facility per 20 workers, reachable within a quarter mile walk. Renting for a wedding or reunion in Arden-Arcade? Check wedding restroom rental or event restroom rental for guest-based sizing instead of worker ratios.
Where should the units go?
Placement decides everything else on this checklist. A standard unit runs about 44 by 48 inches on the ground and stands roughly 92 inches tall, so measure your pad before delivery day, not after the truck shows up. The route to that spot needs to be stable and level - ADA Standards section 302.1 calls for firm, slip-resistant surfaces, and if you're placing an accessible unit, ADA Standards section 304.3.1 requires a 60 inch turning circle in front of the door. Door openings on ADA units meet the 32 inch minimum clear width under ADA Standards section 404.2.3, and the path to reach one needs 36 inches clear per section 403.5.1. Our porta potty placement guide walks through slope, distance from structures and turnaround room in more detail. If you're setting units on a public street or sidewalk in Arden-Arcade, placement in the right of way needs confirming with the city - check with the municipal permit office before delivery, since specific ordinance numbers and fees are not something we publish without direct confirmation. See porta potty permit requirements for the questions to ask.
How much does it cost and how long should I rent?
Duration changes the math more than most renters expect. A standard unit runs $100 to $350 a day, $130 to $500 for a full week, and $125 to $325 a month, so a month-long jobsite rental costs less per day than booking four separate weekends. Weekend rentals for a standard unit typically land between $125 and $400. Deluxe flushable units and ADA units follow the same pattern - longer terms cost more in total but less per day. Delivery fees run separately, from $100 to $500 depending on distance and access.
| unit | day | week | month |
|---|---|---|---|
| standard | $100 - $350 | $130 - $500 | $125 - $325 |
| ada | $200 - $400 | $200 - $240 | - |
| deluxe | $85 - $1,200 | $150 - $290 | - |
For exact numbers tied to your job type, our porta potty rental cost and porta potty rental per day pages break down the variables further, and monthly porta potty rental covers long jobsites specifically. If your event or crew needs something bigger than a standard unit, compare against a restroom trailer rental or check restroom trailer rental cost before you commit to a cluster of single units.
Do I need handwashing separate from the toilet?
Yes, if your crew works with paint, coatings, herbicides or insecticides. OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) requires washing facilities specifically for that contaminant exposure - it does not apply to general construction handwashing. For everyday jobsite use, 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2) requires soap and towels or a hand-drying device at washing stations; hand sanitizer alone doesn't satisfy that rule. Pair your toilet order with a handwashing station rental or a portable sink rental rather than assuming a sanitizer stand covers it. Our handwashing requirements page lays out which standard applies to which worksite. Also confirm potable water access, since OSHA 1926.51(a)(1) requires an adequate supply at all places of employment, and that's easy to overlook when a site has no water line nearby.
Beyond toilets and handwashing, most Arden-Arcade jobs need at least one more site service. A construction dumpster rental or a roll-off dumpster rental needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the delivery truck, so check that before ordering alongside your toilets. If the site needs enclosure, a temporary fence rental runs $30 to $75 a day. Renters near Rosemont, about 4.9 miles southeast of Arden-Arcade, or La Riviera, 5.3 miles southeast, often combine porta potties with storage container rental on the same delivery run to save on separate trips.
Frequently asked questions
What if I need units on short notice?
Same-day and next-day delivery is often possible depending on route and unit availability. Call ahead rather than assuming - emergency porta potty rental covers rush situations, and Arden-Arcade Porta Pros prioritizes active jobsite outages and event day gaps first.
How often are units serviced during the rental?
ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 sets a baseline of one service visit per week for up to 10 users across a 40 hour week. Heavier use needs more frequent pumping. See how often are porta potties cleaned for how that scales with headcount.
Can I get a wheelchair accessible unit added to a standard order?
Yes. ADA Standards section 213.2 requires at least one accessible unit in any cluster, and reach range inside the unit follows section 308.2.1, with a 48 inch maximum and 15 inch minimum reach height. Request it when you book, not after delivery.
Do porta potties need a permit in Arden-Arcade?
Sometimes, mainly for right-of-way or street placement. That needs direct confirmation with the city since rules vary by location within Arden-Arcade. See porta potty permit requirements before delivery day.
What's the difference between a standard and deluxe unit?
Deluxe units add features like a flushable system and often a sink, priced from $85 to $1,200 a day depending on features. Compare details on deluxe flushable porta potty before choosing.
Next step
Get a delivery date
Tell us the address, the dates and the headcount. We size the order and confirm the route.