One of the most common questions customers have when renting a porta potty is, “Where should I put it?” As a top provider of portable toilet rentals and septic tank services, Ervco Sanitation in Wellston, OH, often advises clients on the best and proper placement of these portable restrooms. Here, they offer these tips.

3 Tips for Placing Your Porta Potty

1. Keep It Dry & Level

Whether your portable restroom is needed for a construction site or a special event, it’s important to place it on level ground in a dry area. Obviously, the last thing you want is for the unit to shift or tip over during use because bumpy or damp ground has made it unsteady.

2. Follow the Rules of Your Permit

If you’re using the porta potty in a public place, you’ll likely need to have an event permit from your city government. Permits often dictate where portable toilet rentals can be located. As a general rule, porta potties shouldn’t be placed more than 25 feet away from the service trucks accompanying them. 

3. Consider Your Guests

How many guests will be using it? Not only can this help you determine if you have enough porta potty rentals, but mainly, it can help you make your guests’ comfort a priority. Placing the rentals close to eating areas makes them convenient for after-dinner relief. However, don’t place them too close to food and drinks, as the lines can become a problem.

Ervco Sanitation offers a variety of portable toilets, sinks, restrooms, and holding tanks. Their porta potties can even be customized to match the style of special events. Along with full services, including setting up and removing rentals, they serve residents in Chillicothe, Portsmouth, Athens, Waverly, Wellston, Jackson, and the surrounding communities. Call (800) 841-9792 or visit them online to learn more.