What Is a Standard Porta Potty?
A standard unit is the plain, no-frills toilet you picture when someone says "porta potty." It holds a 60 to 70 gallon tank, stands about 92 inches tall, and measures roughly 44 by 48 inches on the ground, so it fits tight lots without eating your whole yard. No sink, no flush handle, no foot pump. Just a seat, a hand sanitizer dispenser, and a door that locks. For standard porta potty rental, that simplicity is the whole point: fewer moving parts means fewer things that break on a busy site. If you want something nicer, look at the deluxe flushable porta potty instead, which adds a flush mechanism and a larger tank. Contractors comparing options for construction site services in Revere usually start here because it is the cheapest way to hit code. Homeowners doing a kitchen gut or a roof job lean on the home renovation porta potty option, which is the same unit under a different use case.
How Much Does a Standard Porta Potty Rental Cost?
Price depends on how long you need it and how many units you order. A single-day rental in Revere sits between 100 and 350 dollars, weekend rates run 125 to 400, and week-long rentals span 130 to 500. Monthly rentals, common on longer builds, run 125 to 325 dollars. Delivery is usually billed separately, and that fee runs from 100 to 500 dollars for a day rental or 120 to 420 for a month, depending on distance and access.
| Duration | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day | $100 | $150 | $350 |
| Weekend | $125 | $250 | $400 |
| Week | $130 | $200 | $500 |
| Month | $125 | $200 | $325 |
For a deeper breakdown of what drives those numbers, see porta potty rental cost or the monthly porta potty rental page if you are budgeting a longer project. Event planners booking a single weekend should check porta potty rental per day before locking in a headcount.
How Many Standard Porta Potties Do I Need?
OSHA 1926.51(c)(1) sets the baseline for construction crews: one toilet for 20 workers or fewer, then one toilet seat and one urinal per 40 workers once you pass 20, and one per 50 at 200 or more. That ratio is the starting point for any Revere job site with a crew on it. Agricultural operations follow a different rule, OSHA 1928.110, which calls for one facility per 20 hand-labor employees within a quarter mile walk. Event organizers do not fall under either standard, but the same math holds up in practice: crowd size drives unit count. Our how many porta potties do i need guide walks through the calculation step by step, and the OSHA portable toilet requirements page covers the construction rules in more detail. If your crew works with paints, coatings or solvents, OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) requires washing facilities on top of toilets, which is a separate obligation from basic sanitation. Sites without accessible units on the roster should also check ADA Standards 213.2, which requires at least one accessible unit in any cluster, covered on our ADA accessible porta potty page.
Where Can I Place a Standard Porta Potty in Revere?
Placement rules for the public right of way in Revere need confirming with the city before delivery day, since we have not verified a specific ordinance here. On private property, the bigger constraint is usually access: our trucks need clear ground and a stable, level surface, which matters most in winter. Revere sits about 3.3 miles northeast of Chelsea and 3.7 miles from Winthrop Town, and crews working across that stretch often split units between two addresses on one delivery run to save on the delivery fee. For guidance on where units belong relative to doors, slopes and service trucks, see our porta potty placement guide, and if your job runs through the cold months, the porta potty in winter page covers freeze protection. Anyone unsure whether their site needs a permit at all should read porta potty permit requirements before ordering.
Servicing follows the ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 baseline of one visit per week for up to 10 users across a standard 40 hour week, which is the interval we default to unless your site runs heavier traffic. Larger crews or multi-day events usually need more frequent pumping, and our how often are porta potties cleaned page explains how that schedule adjusts. If odor control is a concern, especially in July heat, do porta potties smell covers what actually causes it and how servicing prevents it.
What is the difference between a standard and a deluxe porta potty?
A standard unit has no flush and no sink; a deluxe unit does, plus a larger holding tank and a bit more interior room. Standard units run cheaper across every duration in our table above. If your event needs something closer to a real bathroom, compare specs on the deluxe flushable porta potty page before booking.
Do standard porta potties come with hand sanitizer?
Yes, every standard unit ships with a built-in hand sanitizer dispenser. That is not the same as a handwashing station required under 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2), which calls for soap and towels, not sanitizer alone. For sites that need compliant handwashing, see handwashing station rental.
How long can I rent a standard porta potty for?
As long as the job needs it. Day and weekend rentals suit events, while contractors on multi-month builds typically switch to the monthly rate, which runs 125 to 325 dollars. Check monthly porta potty rental for how billing works on longer terms.
Is a standard porta potty ADA accessible?
No. Standard units are not built to ADA clearance specs. ADA Standards 304.3.1 requires a 60 inch turning circle and 404.2.3 requires a 32 inch clear door opening, neither of which a standard unit meets. Order an accessible unit separately through our ADA accessible porta potty page.
Can I rent just one standard porta potty for a weekend party in Revere?
Yes, single-unit weekend rentals are common for backyard parties and small gatherings. Expect a rate in the 125 to 400 dollar range depending on delivery distance, and confirm placement is on private property so you skip any right-of-way question. Request a quote through Revere Porta Pros to lock in a date.
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