What comes inside a standard porta potty?
A standard porta potty from David Rental Works is a PolyJohn PJN3: 43.5 inches wide, 91 inches tall, with a 60-gallon waste tank. Inside you get a seat with a lid, a urinal, 2 toilet paper roll holders, a vent pipe, a translucent roof for daylight, an occupancy latch and a hand sanitizer dispenser.
Tech specs: Standard porta potty
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | PolyJohn PJN3 |
| Exterior size | 43.5" W × 47" D × 91" H |
| Weight | 175 lb |
| Door / floor | Interior 41" × 41" floor; seat height 19" |
| Waste tank | 60-gallon waste tank |
| Fresh water | None (hand sanitizer dispenser) |
| Rated uses | Rated for concerts, fairs, events and worksites; about 200–250 uses between services (our field experience) |
Specs from the manufacturer's published data for the PolyJohn PJN3 (manufacturer page). Sizes are exterior. Allow extra room for the hand truck.
The floor inside is 41 by 41 inches, and the seat sits 19 inches high. Yes, every standard unit comes with the seat and the little urinal. We add the sanitizer dispenser ourselves and stock 2 rolls of paper before delivery.
Will a standard porta potty fit through my gate?
A standard porta potty fits through most side gates. The PolyJohn PJN3 is 43.5 inches wide, so your gate needs about 48 inches of clear width plus room for the driver's hand truck. Measure the narrowest point on the path, including latches, hose bibs, trash cans and AC units.
| Placement need | What we ask for | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Gate or path width | About 48 inches clear | The unit is 43.5 inches wide and rides on a hand truck |
| Ground | Flat and firm: concrete, asphalt, packed dirt or level lawn | A level unit drains right and the door closes |
| Distance from truck | Within 15 feet of where the truck can park | Longer carries need a call first |
| Path | About 4 feet wide, no steps if possible | Steps slow delivery and pickup |
| Overhead | No wires lower than 12 feet at the truck spot | The truck crane and boom need clearance |
| Access info | Gate code and an on-site contact | Goes on the driver's work order |
Hillside homes in Whittier often have narrow side yards and steep driveways. Our placement guide for Whittier hills driveways shows where units sit safely. Placing a unit on the street needs a city or county permit; the details are on our rental terms page.
Who is a standard porta potty right for?
A standard porta potty is the right pick for most jobsites, home remodels, backyard parties and 1-day community events. One PolyJohn PJN3 handles about 200 to 250 uses between services in our field experience. Pick a different unit when guests expect running water, the event is formal, or someone uses a wheelchair.
| Unit | Model | Water | Event price from | 28-day price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard porta potty | PolyJohn PJN3 | Hand sanitizer | $175 | $165 + $60 delivery/pickup |
| Standard with built-in sink | PJN3 with foot-pump sink | Fresh-water hand sink | $215 | $205 |
| Deluxe flushing unit | PolyJohn Fleet (FS3) | Flush + sink, soap, towels | $265 | Ask for a quote |
| Wheelchair-accessible unit | PolyJohn Comfort XL | Hand sanitizer | $225 | $215 |
Book a standard porta potty for your job or party
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Need running water and a flush? Compare the deluxe flushing porta potty with sink. Hosting the public? Add a wheelchair-accessible porta potty to each group of units.
Does a standard porta potty have a sink?
A standard porta potty has a hand sanitizer dispenser, not a sink. For food events, add a 2-station hand wash station from $125, or rent a standard unit with a built-in foot-pump sink from $215. Sanitizer works for most jobsites and short parties, but it does not wash grease or dirt off hands.
A separate hand wash station serves 2 people at once and can stand by the food table. A built-in sink only serves the person inside the unit. For 1 or 2 units at a small job, the built-in sink is the simpler choice.
How do event and construction rental terms differ?
Standard porta potty rentals run on 2 kinds of terms. Event rentals cover up to 3 days on site, with delivery, setup and pickup included. Construction and long-term rentals bill every 28 days, with weekly pumping, cleaning and restocking included. A short job is quoted on whichever plan costs less.
| Term | Event / short-term | Construction / long-term |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | From $175 per unit | From $165 per 28 days + $60 one-time delivery/pickup |
| Time on site | Up to 3 days | Every 28 days until you call for pickup |
| Cleaning | Arrives pumped, washed and stocked; extra visit from $65 | Weekly service included; 2x/week from $45 per extra visit |
| Weekends | Delivered Friday, picked up Monday at no extra cost | Service day is set at delivery |
| Contract | None; free cancellation up to 48 hours before delivery | None; minimum is one 28-day cycle |
Contractors can apply for net-30 invoicing, and we email a certificate of insurance the same day. Crews larger than about 10 people per unit should add a second weekly service. See construction site toilets and Cal/OSHA counts for crew sizing.
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Questions customers ask before booking
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How much for one porta potty for one day?
A standard porta potty for an event starts at $175, and that includes delivery, setup and pickup. The price covers up to 3 days on site, so a 1-day party costs the same as a 3-day one. Typical starting price as of October 2026; your itemized quote is final.
Do they all come with the seat and the little urinal?
Yes. Every PolyJohn PJN3 has a seat with a lid, a urinal, 2 toilet paper holders, a vent and a hand sanitizer dispenser.
Does that include delivery and pickup?
Yes for events: delivery, setup and pickup are in the $175 starting price. Construction rentals add a one-time $60 delivery/pickup charge. There is no fuel surcharge or separate removal fee. Typical starting prices as of October 2026; your itemized quote is final.
Is the delivery fee per toilet if they come on the same truck?
Your itemized quote shows the delivery and pickup line for your whole order, so you see exactly how it is charged before you pay. Ask on the call if you are ordering several units.
Can it go by the sidewalk?
On your own driveway or yard, usually no permit is needed. On a public sidewalk, street or parkway in the City of Whittier, you need a Public Works encroachment permit. Unincorporated areas need an LA County road permit. Confirm with the permit office first; this is not legal advice.
Even if I take it for 3 days, are you charging me for the full month?
No. A 3-day rental goes on event pricing, which covers up to 3 days on site. Construction rentals bill every 28 days, but we quote whichever plan is lower for your dates.
How often is it cleaned on a construction site?
Once a week, on a set day, included in the 28-day price. Crews over about 10 people per unit should add a second visit, from $45 per extra visit (typical starting price as of October 2026; your itemized quote is final).