Standard porta potty
$125 to $250 a weekend
What does a porta potty rental cost in Charlotte?
Price depends on the unit and how long you keep it. A standard porta potty rental is the workhorse for most jobs. A deluxe flushable porta potty costs more because it has a foot pump and a sink. Here is where the numbers land.
| Unit | Day | Week | Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $150 | $200 | $200 |
| Deluxe flushable | $250 | $290 | - |
| ADA accessible | $200 | $240 | - |
Delivery is billed on top, typically $150 for a single drop. Want the full breakdown? Read the porta potty rental cost page, or the per day rates if it is a short job. Longer jobs should look at the monthly porta potty rental numbers. For weekend events we quote a flat rate in the $125 to $400 range for a standard unit. Ask for a quote and we will price your exact setup.
How many porta potties do I need?
Depends on headcount and how long people are onsite. OSHA 1926.51(c)(1) sets construction ratios: one toilet for 20 workers or fewer, then a toilet and urinal per 40 workers past that. Our how many porta potties do I need guide runs the math for you.
Events work differently than job sites. A wedding with a bar burns through capacity faster than a quiet crew. If you are planning an event restroom rental, figure more units than the raw count suggests. We cover weddings, festivals, concerts and race day. For crews, the construction site services page pairs toilets with the rest. The full OSHA portable toilet requirements rundown explains the code in plain terms. A standard unit holds a 60 to 70 gallon tank, which is why the ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 baseline is one service visit per week for up to 10 users over a 40 hour week.
What kinds of porta potties can I rent?
More than you would guess. The standard porta potty rental covers most work. Want something nicer for guests? The deluxe flushable unit is the fancy option without going all the way to a trailer. A standard unit sits about 44 by 48 inches on the ground and stands roughly 92 inches tall, so plan your placement with the porta potty placement guide.
For an upscale crowd, a restroom trailer rental is the luxury pick. We stock 2 stall, 4 stall and 8 stall trailers, plus a shower trailer and a full luxury restroom trailer. Accessibility matters too. ADA Standards section 213.2 says when units are clustered, at least 5 percent and never fewer than one must be accessible. Our ADA accessible porta potty meets the 60 inch turning circle in section 304.3.1. See the ADA restroom requirements page for the rest. People also call these a porta john or a portable restroom.
Do I need a permit to place a porta potty in Charlotte?
For placement on private property, no. On the public right-of-way it gets more involved. The Charlotte Department of Transportation runs a Right-of-Way Use Permit Program, and its brochure names construction dumpsters as an activity that needs a use permit. Requests go through CDOT's online portal at least 48 hours ahead, and a full street closure needs 10 working days.
Whether a standalone portable toilet in the right-of-way triggers that same permit is not verified on any city page we found. Confirm placement in the public right-of-way with CDOT before you set a unit at the curb. Chapter 19 of the Charlotte Code covers streets and sidewalks and makes it unlawful to place an unnecessary obstruction in the right-of-way. Our porta potty permit requirements page walks through it. If your job also needs a dumpster on the street, read dumpster permit requirements too. Start with the rental checklist so nothing gets missed.
What else can Charlotte Porta Pros bring to the site?
We are a full site services outfit, not just toilets. Need to haul debris? A roll-off dumpster rental comes in 10, 20, 30 and 40 yard sizes. A roll-off delivery needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck, so check dumpster sizes and dimensions first.
We also rent temporary fence and chain link panels, plus storage containers in 20ft and 40ft. Handwashing matters where crews handle coatings. OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) requires washing facilities where workers apply paints, coatings, herbicides or insecticides, and 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2) says those stations carry soap and towels, not sanitizer alone. See our handwashing station rental and portable sink rental. For septic pumping service, a residential tank gets pumped every 3 to 5 years. We reach Matthews, 12.2 miles southeast, and Huntersville, 15.7 miles north, from our Charlotte base. Full list on the service areas page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a porta potty rental near me?
A standard unit in Charlotte runs about $150 a day, with weekly and monthly rates in the tables above. Delivery is billed separately, usually $150 for one drop. Deluxe and ADA units cost more. Get an exact figure on the request a quote page.
How often do you service the units?
Once a week is the baseline under ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 for up to 10 users over a 40 hour week. Heavy use or a big event needs more frequent visits. We pump the tank, restock and clean each time. See how often are porta potties cleaned for detail.
Can you deliver fast for an emergency?
Yes. We keep units ready for short-notice jobs and storm response. If a project starts tomorrow or a system fails today, call and we will get a unit onsite. Check emergency porta potty rental and disaster relief sanitation.
Do porta potties smell in the Charlotte heat?
Charlotte averages 35 days a year at or above 90 F, per NOAA 1991-2020 normals, and heat drives odor. Weekly service and the right chemical keep it down. Fuller answer on do porta potties smell and how porta potties work.
What is the fanciest option you rent?
A luxury restroom trailer is the top of the line, with flushing toilets, sinks and climate control. It suits weddings and upscale events where a standard unit will not do. Trailer pricing sits well above a standard rental. See restroom trailer rental cost.
What we rent
Four units cover almost every job
Typical Charlotte 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 Mecklenburg County and over the state line:
MatthewsMint HillMount HollyStallingsHuntersvilleHarrisburgIndian TrailFort Mill, SCCorneliusMonroeKannapolisRock Hill, SC
Full service area and drive times or request a quote with your address and dates.
Next step
Get a delivery date
Tell us the address, the dates and the headcount. We size the order and confirm the route.