Standard porta potty
$125 to $250 a weekend
What does a porta potty rental cost in Columbus?
Price depends on the unit and how long you keep it. A standard porta potty is the base. A deluxe flushable unit with a foot pump costs more, and a restroom trailer is a different animal entirely. Here is where a standard unit lands, from our own measured pricing.
| Unit | Day | Week | Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $150 | $200 | $200 |
| ADA | $230 | $240 | - |
| Deluxe | $85 | $250 | - |
Weekend event rates for a standard unit sit around $250. A deluxe flushable rental reads as the nice or fancy option most people want for weddings. For a true luxury feel, price a luxury restroom trailer instead. See our full porta potty rental cost breakdown, or the per day and monthly pages for longer jobs. Delivery fees run separately.
How many porta potties do I need?
OSHA sets the floor on a jobsite. Under 1926.51(c)(1), you need one toilet for up to 20 workers, then one seat and one urinal per 40 workers above that. Our OSHA requirements guide walks through the table, and our how many do I need page does the math for events.
For a construction crew, start with a standard unit and add a handwashing station. Where crews apply paints, coatings, herbicides or insecticides, OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) requires washing facilities on top of the toilet count. A portable sink rental covers that, and 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2) says soap and towels, not just sanitizer. Bundle everything under our construction site services. For weddings, festivals and races, plan generously and look at event restroom rental, festival restrooms and marathon and race restrooms.
Do I need a permit for a porta potty in Columbus?
Maybe. If a unit sits on private property, usually no. If it goes in the public right-of-way, that is where Columbus rules kick in. The City of Columbus Department of Public Service handles right-of-way permits under City Code Chapter 903, and dumpsters and PODs in the street clearly need one. Whether a portable toilet specifically falls under Chapter 903 is NOT VERIFIED in the city documents we checked, so confirm any right-of-way placement with the city before you set a unit on a street or alley.
The Right-of-Way Permit Section is on the first floor of the Michael B. Coleman Government Center at 111 N. Front St. Occupancy permits for containers are limited to a seven day period unless a longer term is approved in advance. Our porta potty permit guide and placement guide cover the setup side. If your project also needs a bin, read dumpster permit requirements.
What comes with a rental and how is it serviced?
A standard unit stands about 92 inches tall and takes a footprint of roughly 44 by 48 inches, so plan the spot. Inside is a 60 to 70 gallon holding tank. We deliver it, level it and come back to service it. The ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 standard sets one service visit per week as the baseline for up to 10 users over a 40 hour week, and that is how we schedule unless traffic is heavier.
Service means pumping the tank, refilling supplies and cleaning the interior. Our cleaning frequency page explains it, and if you are wondering do porta potties smell, regular service is the answer. See how porta potties work for the mechanics. Need an ADA accessible unit? ADA Standards section 213.2 requires at least 5 percent of clustered units, and never fewer than one, to be accessible, with a 60 inch turning circle inside per section 304.3.1. For septage, Ohio regulates haulers through the Ohio Department of Health and local health districts under ORC Chapter 3718.
Which Columbus neighborhoods and nearby towns do you serve?
We cover Columbus and the ring around it. Grandview Heights is 5.0 miles west and we serve it here. Bexley sits 6.2 miles southeast, covered here, and Upper Arlington is 6.9 miles northwest. Farther out, Gahanna is 10.1 miles northeast and Westerville is 14.2 miles north.
We also reach Grove City 13.6 miles southwest, Hilliard 15.3 miles west, Reynoldsburg 16.8 miles east, Dublin 21.3 miles northwest and Delaware 24.7 miles north. See the full service areas list. Winter matters here: Columbus averages 97.7 days a year at or below freezing per NOAA, so read porta potty in winter before a cold-season job. Ready to book? Request a quote or contact us. Questions about the porta john rental basics are on our FAQ.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a porta potty rental near me?
A standard unit is around $150 a day or $200 for a week in Columbus, plus a delivery fee. Deluxe flushable and ADA units cost more. See our rental cost page for the full picture and current rental prices.
What is the difference between a standard and a deluxe unit?
A standard unit has a seat and a urinal. A deluxe flushable unit adds a foot-pump flush and a sink, which is the nicer choice for events. For a true luxury option, look at a restroom trailer with real fixtures.
Can I rent a porta potty for one weekend?
Yes. Weekend event pricing for a standard unit runs about $250, delivered Friday and picked up Monday. Booking early helps during busy months. Start your event restroom rental or use the rental checklist to size it right.
How often do you clean the unit during a rental?
Once a week is the baseline under ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 for up to 10 users. Heavier traffic gets more frequent visits. Each service pumps the 60 to 70 gallon tank, restocks supplies and cleans inside. More detail is on our cleaning page.
Do you handle construction jobs and dumpsters too?
Yes. We bundle toilets, handwashing stations, roll-off dumpsters, temporary fencing and storage containers. A roll-off needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck. See construction site services for the full setup.
What we rent
Four units cover almost every job
Typical Columbus ranges, not a quote. Delivery is $50 to $150 and a weekly service visit $30 to $60. See the full cost breakdown.
Deluxe flushing
$200 to $350 a weekend
ADA accessible
$199 to $300 a weekend
Restroom trailer
Quoted by stall count
The rest of the yard
One mobilisation, not three
Roll off dumpsters10, 20, 30 and 40 yardTemporary fencingPanels 6 feet by 12 feetStorage containers20 foot and 40 footHandwashing stationsSinks and sanitiser standsSeptic and grease trapsPumping, cleaning, emergenciesSite power and lightLight towers, temporary poles
We deliver across Franklin County and the surrounding metro:
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