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What Is a Standard Porta Potty?
It is the basic, non-flushing unit you picture when someone says porta potty: a single stall, a holding tank, and no frills. A standard porta potty dimensions run about 44 by 48 inches on the ground and stand roughly 92 inches tall, so it fits tight lots without eating the whole yard. Inside sits a 60 to 70 gallon holding tank, enough capacity for a steady week of use before it needs pumping. Tempe Junction Porta Pros stocks this unit for construction site services, backyard remodels, and weekend gatherings alike. If you want more privacy or a flush handle, look at the deluxe flushable porta potty instead, or compare both on the portable toilet rental page. For crews needing an accessible stall on site, ADA Standards section 213.2 requires at least 5 percent of clustered units be accessible, which is where the ADA accessible porta potty comes in. People searching porta john rental or basic porta potty rental cost are usually asking about this exact unit, and pricing details live on our porta potty rental cost page.
How Much Does Standard Porta Potty Rental Cost?
Pricing depends on how long you need it and how often it gets serviced. Here is what Tempe Junction Porta Pros typically quotes:
| Duration | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day | $100 | $150 | $350 |
| Week | $130 | $200 | $500 |
| Month | $125 | $200 | $325 |
| Weekend | $125 | $250 | $400 |
| Event | $200 | $400 | $800 |
Delivery is usually a separate line, running from 100 to 500 dollars for a single trip depending on distance and timing. A construction crew renting for a month pays less per day than someone booking a single weekend, which is normal across every rental category we run. For a deeper breakdown by job type, see porta potty rental per day or monthly porta potty rental. Homeowners tackling a kitchen gut or a roof job should check home renovation porta potty for numbers specific to that kind of short, messy project.
How Many Standard Units Do I Need?
OSHA 1926.51(c) sets the baseline for construction sites: one toilet for 20 workers or fewer, then one toilet and one urinal per 40 workers once you pass 20, scaling down to one per 50 workers at 200 or more employees. A framing crew of 15 in Tempe Junction needs just one standard unit under that ratio. Farm operations fall under a different rule: OSHA 1928.110 requires field sanitation with one facility per 20 hand-labor employees, reachable within a quarter mile walk, which matters for anyone running farm and agricultural restrooms. Event organizers should plan differently since foot traffic and dwell time push numbers higher than a jobsite ratio would suggest; our how many porta potties do I need guide walks through the math for weddings, festivals, and fairs. If your project sits close to Guadalupe, about 3.5 miles southwest of Tempe Junction, or you are quoting a job near Paradise Valley, 15.8 miles north, delivery routing is simple since both fall inside our normal run. For the full OSHA citation list by industry, see OSHA portable toilet requirements.
Where Can I Place a Standard Unit?
Placement needs firm, level ground and clear access for the service truck, and ADA Standards section 302.1 requires the surface be stable, firm and slip resistant if an accessible unit sits nearby. Keep at least 36 inches of clear route to the unit under ADA Standards section 403.5.1, wider if you are placing multiple units for an event. Placing a unit in the public right of way in Tempe Junction needs confirming with the city directly. We do not guess at that rule. Our porta potty placement guide covers ground surface, wind exposure, and service truck clearance in more detail, and if your event needs barricades or perimeter control alongside the restrooms, pair the order with a temporary fence rental or crowd control barrier rental. Jobs near Sun Lakes, 16.9 miles south, or out toward Maricopa Colony, 18.9 miles west, still fall within standard delivery, though placement rules are set locally and should be confirmed before drop-off regardless of distance from Tempe Junction.
How much does a basic porta potty rental cost per day?
A single-day rental typically runs 100 to 350 dollars, with most quotes landing near 150 dollars depending on delivery distance and how fast you need it. Multi-day and weekly rentals lower the per-day cost. See porta potty rental per day for a full breakdown by job length.
What are the dimensions of a standard porta potty?
A standard unit measures about 44 by 48 inches on the ground and stands roughly 92 inches tall. It holds a 60 to 70 gallon tank. That footprint fits most driveways, job sites, and backyard corners without special clearance.
Do standard porta potties get cleaned during a long rental?
Yes. ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 sets a baseline service interval of once weekly for up to 10 users over a 40 hour week, though busier events need more frequent visits. Tempe Junction Porta Pros schedules service based on headcount and job duration, not a fixed calendar.
Can I rent just one standard porta potty near me?
Yes, single-unit orders are common for backyard projects, small crews, and short renovations. Tempe Junction Porta Pros delivers single units across Tempe Junction and nearby communities. Check porta potty rental in Tempe Junction for delivery specifics.
Is a standard unit different from an ADA unit?
Yes. A standard unit has no ramp or turning space, while an ADA unit meets ADA Standards section 304.3.1 for a 60 inch turning circle and section 404.2.3 for a 32 inch door opening. Mixed-use sites often need both; see ADA restroom requirements.
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