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Standard Porta Potty Rental in Bellingham
The workhorse unit for job sites, farms and backyard parties. One toilet, one urinal, a hand sanitizer dispenser and a 60-gallon tank.
- Local Bellingham yard, own trucks
- Itemized quote, nothing added later
- Weekly cleaning on long rentals
Dispatch answers Mon–Sat, 7 a.m.–7 p.m.
(253) 540-2109Call or text. Same-day delivery when you call by noon.
- Delivery areaBellingham, all of Whatcom County and Skagit County get same-day delivery; Island, Snohomish and north King run on scheduled routes.
- ArrivalCall by noon, Monday to Saturday, for same-day. Event units arrive the day before your party.
- Which unitOne standard unit fits up to 50 guests for 4 hours, or a crew of 1–10 workers.
- CleaningWeekly pump-out, wash and restock come with 28-day rentals. Event units arrive stocked.
- Full costThe lowest-cost unit we rent. Your quote lists unit, days, service, delivery, pickup and tax.
Answered live Mon–Sat, 7 a.m.–7 p.m.
What is inside a standard porta potty?
A standard porta potty has a toilet seat over a 60-gallon waste tank, a urinal, a toilet paper holder, a hand sanitizer dispenser, a vent stack and a translucent roof that lets in daylight. The standard unit has no sink and no flush, so it needs no water or power hookup.
- Model
- PolyJohn PJN3 or equivalent
- Exterior
- 91 in high × 43.5 in wide × 47 in deep
- Interior
- 82 in high × 41 in wide × 41 in deep
- Waste tank
- 60 gallons
- Shipping weight
- 175 lb empty
- Inside
- Toilet, urinal, paper holder, sanitizer dispenser, coat hook, inside latch
Specs from the manufacturer listing for the named model: PolyJohn PJN3 listing. Your unit may be an equivalent model; ask for its sheet with your quote.
Will a standard porta potty fit through my gate?
A standard porta potty is 43.5 inches wide, so it needs a gate opening of about 48 inches for the unit plus the crew's hands. Most Bellingham backyard gates are 36 to 42 inches, which means the unit usually sits in the driveway or front yard instead of the backyard.
- Needed: a firm, level spot about 5 × 5 feet with 8 feet of headroom.
- The service truck parks within reach of the unit, so keep it within about 50 feet of a drivable surface. Tell us if the walk is longer.
- Avoid soft lawns from October to May; gravel or pavement prevents ruts.
How many people can share one standard porta potty?
One standard porta potty serves up to 10 workers on a Washington job site under WAC 296-155-140, with weekly service. For events, one standard porta potty covers about 50 guests for up to 4 hours or about 40 guests for 5 to 8 hours. Add one unit for every three when alcohol is served.
The porta potty calculator runs the event math, and the Washington job-site guide has the full crew table.
When is a standard porta potty the wrong choice?
A standard porta potty is the wrong choice when guests expect running water, when anyone uses a wheelchair, or when food is served and nobody can wash hands. Pair it with a hand washing station, add an ADA unit, or step up to a flushing unit or restroom trailer.
- Add a two-sink hand washing station Cheaper than putting a sink in every unit
- Add an ADA wheelchair-accessible unit Ground-level floor and 60-inch turning space
- Upgrade to a flushing unit with sink For showers, parties and guests in dress clothes
Photos of the standard porta potty
These are real photos of the standard porta potty we rent, shown outside and inside so you can judge the size, the seat and the fixtures before you book. Colors change with what is on the yard that week, so ask for a color when you call and dispatch notes it on the order.
Compare before you book
Most renters weigh the standard porta potty against one or two other options before they call. The pages below answer the usual next question: whether a different unit fits the job better, what the rental costs in Bellingham, and how the unit is used for that type of job.
Questions about the standard porta potty
Does a standard porta potty come with toilet paper?
Every standard porta potty arrives with two rolls loaded and the sanitizer dispenser filled. On weekly-service rentals the driver restocks both each visit.
Does a standard unit smell?
The tank gets a deodorizing charge at delivery and at each service. Odor builds when a unit is overused or skipped, so the count and the service schedule matter more than the chemical.
Can I get a different color than blue?
Blue, gray and green units are on the yard most weeks. Ask for a color when you book and the dispatcher notes it on your order if one is available.
Can the porta potty go on grass?
Grass works in dry months if the truck can reach it without crossing soft ground. From October to May, a driveway, gravel pad or firm lawn edge is safer for your yard.
Is there a light inside?
The translucent roof lights the inside during the day. For night use, ask for a battery light when you book.
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The phone is fastest, and same-day orders must call by noon. For anything else, send the ZIP code, dates, unit type, quantity and head count. We text or email an itemized quote within 1 business hour, listing the unit, rental length, servicing, delivery, pickup and tax on one page.
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