Portable toilets are a necessity when you’re hosting an outdoor event or working on a construction project. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about these convenient rentals. Below are five of the most prevalent misunderstandings — and the truth — about port-a-potties.

Popular Misunderstandings About Port-a-Potties

1. They’re Eyesores

The common image of a portable toilet is a small green or blue box, sometimes arranged in line with other port-a-potties. There are actually many sizes and designs to suit a variety of occasions, from basic to luxurious. Simple portable toilets serve the needs of one person at a time, but toilet trailers have multiple stalls that can handle many people at once. Trailers also come equipped with amenities like any other public bathroom, such as air conditioning, sinks, and even music. Some even feature marble walls and counters.

2. They’re Bad for the Environment

Sewage from portable toilets is disposed of like any other waste. When units are emptied, the contents are sent to facilities for safe handling and processing. As for cleaning chemicals, advances in sanitization reduce germs’ effects on the surrounding environment.

3. They’re Uncomfortable

When many people think of a portable toilet, they conjure images of a smelly, dirty bathroom that is uncomfortable to be in. In actuality, proper port-a-potties are cleaned and sanitized regularly, and newer units feature ventilation systems to keep odors at bay.

4. There’s No Place to Wash Your Hands

All decent port-a-potties should feature hand-sanitizer dispensers so users can clean their hands after using the restroom. Event coordinators can also include hand-washing stations in their portable toilet rental, which include sinks, soap, and towels for drying.

5. They’re Only Good for Informal Use

Portable toilets are appropriate for any outdoor event, from a family reunion to an outdoor wedding. It’s true that they’re convenient for construction sites, festivals, parks, and other casual occasions, but luxury trailers are also available for more formal events. Trailers include running water, climate control, and everything else one would expect in a well-kept restroom.

From Algona to Indianola, Portable Pro, Inc. provides Iowa with quality restroom trailers and portable toilets. All port-a-potties and restroom trailers are clean, functional, and equipped with hand sanitizers. Hand-washing stations and handicapped-accessible units are also available to accommodate everyone. The company also offers septic services, including repairs, installation, pumping, and inspections. Call (515) 574-9739 to get started or visit them online to request a quote.