A basic porta potty rental runs $100 to $350 a day and $130 to $500 a week, depending on how long you need it and how many units the job needs. Standard porta potty rental prices sit in that same band no matter who you call, since it is the plain, no-frills unit contractors and event planners in Saint Paul reach for first, and it covers most jobs without upgrades.
A standard porta potty is the basic single-stall unit you have seen outside job sites and parks, and a basic porta potty rental cost usually reflects nothing more than this simple box. It holds a 60 to 70 gallon waste tank, a hand sanitizer dispenser, a toilet paper holder and a vented interior. Standard porta potty dimensions put it at about 44 by 48 inches on the ground, and standard porta potty size stands roughly 92 inches tall, so it fits into tight side yards and narrow job site corners without much fuss. This is the workhorse of portable toilet rental fleets across the metro, and most Saint Paul contractors order it by default unless a client asks for something nicer. If you want flushing action and a sink, look at the deluxe flushable porta potty instead. Need something that meets accessibility rules for a public event or job site with disabled workers? Check the ADA accessible porta potty page, since ADA Standards section 213.2 requires at least one accessible unit in any cluster, even a small one. Some folks still call this unit a porta john, and functionally it is the same box, just a regional name. For a broader look at how the unit fits into full-site planning, see portable restroom rental in Saint Paul.
| Duration | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day | $100 | $150 | $350 |
| Weekend | $125 | $250 | $400 |
| Week | $130 | $200 | $500 |
| Month | $125 | $200 | $325 |
Most weekend rates land near $250, which covers Friday drop-off through Monday pickup for a backyard project or a small gathering. Delivery is usually billed on top of the unit price, and that fee runs $100 to $500 for a single day or $50 to $150 for a week-long job, based on distance and how many stops the driver makes. If your job sprawls across Saint Paul and out toward Maplewood, 8.8 miles northeast, or Roseville, 9.0 miles northwest, expect the delivery fee to reflect that extra drive time. For a deeper breakdown by rental length, see porta potty rental cost, porta potty rental per day, or monthly porta potty rental if the job runs past a few weeks.
OSHA 1926.51(c) sets the baseline for construction crews: one toilet facility for 20 workers or fewer, then one toilet seat and one urinal per 40 workers once the crew grows past that, dropping to one per 50 workers at 200 or more. A 15-person framing crew in Saint Paul, for example, only needs one standard unit under that rule, but tight schedules or long walks across a site often push contractors to add a second anyway. ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 sets the general service baseline at one visit a week for up to 10 users over a 40 hour week, which is a helpful gut check even outside construction. Events follow different math entirely, since foot traffic and dwell time both spike. Use how many porta potties do I need for a full breakdown by headcount and event length, or read OSHA portable toilet requirements if you are bidding a job that needs to pass an inspection. Farm crews and agricultural operations fall under a separate standard, OSHA 1928.110, which calls for one facility per 20 hand-labor employees within a quarter mile walk; see farm and agricultural restrooms for that setup.
Placement matters more than people expect. The unit needs stable, level ground, since a tipped tank is a mess nobody wants to clean up twice. ADA Standards section 302.1 calls for surfaces that are stable, firm and slip resistant, and that rule of thumb applies even to non-accessible units if you want the door to swing right and the base to sit flat. Keep the unit clear of low branches and soft ground, and leave the service truck a straight shot for the pump hose, since these things get serviced on a schedule, not just when someone complains. If you are also renting a roll-off box for debris, remember a roll-off dumpster rental delivery needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck, so plan both drop points together rather than as an afterthought. Full guidance lives at porta potty placement guide. Cold months change the math too. Saint Paul winters can freeze tank contents and lines, so check porta potty in winter before you lock in a January delivery.
Saint Paul job sites often run alongside other rented equipment, and a standard toilet rarely shows up alone. Fencing goes up around active construction, sometimes with temporary fence rental or chain link temporary fence enclosing the whole lot. Add a handwashing station rental nearby, since 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2) requires soap and towels or a hand-drying device at washing facilities, and hand sanitizer alone does not satisfy that rule. If your crew is applying paint, coatings, herbicides or insecticides, OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) requires washing facilities specifically for that contaminant exposure, not just a general sink. For bigger renovation jobs generating debris, pair the toilet with a construction dumpster rental or check dumpster sizes and dimensions to match the box to your waste stream.
Anywhere from a single day to several months. Day rates run $100 to $350, weekly rates run $130 to $500, and monthly rates run $125 to $325 for longer construction jobs. Renewable month to month, most contractors just extend on request.
Yes, every standard unit comes with a hand sanitizer dispenser built in. It does not include a sink or running water, though, so if your crew is working with paint or chemicals, OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) may require a separate washing setup.
Yes, single-unit orders are common for backyard projects, small crews and short home jobs. Delivery fees apply regardless of order size, typically $100 to $500 for short-term rentals depending on distance and scheduling.
Standard units are basic: toilet, sanitizer, no water. Deluxe units add flushing and sometimes a sink, running $85 to $1,200 a day depending on features. See deluxe flushable porta potty for specs and pricing.
Placement in the public right of way needs confirming with the city before delivery. On private property it is usually straightforward, but check porta potty permit requirements for guidance before your rental date.
Yes. Saint Paul Porta Pros delivers standard porta potty rental across Saint Paul and the surrounding metro, with same-day and next-day drop-off available on most orders.
Pricing depends on the unit and how long you need it. See our cost breakdown and request a free quote for an exact figure.
Standard rentals include scheduled service — a pump-out, a clean, a restock and fresh deodorizer. Busy or hot-weather sites can be serviced more often.
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