Standard porta potty
Crews, roofing jobs, home remodels and backyard parties. Our most-ordered unit.
From $180*
Porta potty rental in Columbus, OH
Delivered anywhere in Columbus and the surrounding area, from Grove City to Pataskala and New Albany to Dublin. Pumped and restocked every week on job sites, billed in 28-day cycles.
From $180* /mo
*Estimated customer price for a standard unit with weekly service on a 28-day cycle, based on the 25th percentile of customer rates on real orders in this market, rounded down to $5. Markets with fewer than 5 orders or 3 accounts use the state figure. Not a quote. Delivery, taxes and fees extra. Price details
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- 380
- units delivered in the last 12 months
- 180
- orders in the last 12 months
- 2 days
- typical gap from order to delivery
Pricing
What a rental costs here*
Estimated prices from real jobs we delivered around town this year. Your quote depends on address, unit mix and how long you keep it.*
| Unit | Billed per | Typical* | From* | Orders priced, 12 mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard porta potty (job site) | 28-day cycle, weekly service | $195* | $180* | 90 |
| Standard porta potty (event) | Event, about 4 days | $185* | $175* | 73 |
| Hand wash station | 28-day cycle or event | $190* | $170* | 8 |
| Delivery | Per order | $25–$50 on most orders* |
*About these prices. All prices are estimates of what customers paid, not a quote or an offer, and can change at any time. Your price is set only in a written quote and depends on the delivery address, dates, rental length, unit mix, service frequency and site access. Delivery, pickup, taxes, damage, relocation and extra service may be extra unless your quote says so.
"Typical" is the median customer rate on real orders in this market. "From" is the 25th percentile of customer rates (Rental_Rate_Customer__c), rounded down to $5. Markets with fewer than 5 orders or 3 accounts use the state figure. Canceled and voided orders are excluded. Order counts are rounded. Updated monthly.
Weekly pump and restock
Pumped, cleaned, and restocked with paper and sanitizer every week on job-site rentals.
28-day billing cycle
Keep it as long as you need. Each new cycle bills at your quoted rate *. Pickup is when you call.
Delivery, setup, pickup
Placed on level ground the truck can reach. Damage, extra moves and extra cleanings are quoted separately.
Unit types
Units we bring out
Every unit below has gone out on a local job this year, except crane-lift units, which we quote job by job.
ADA accessible
Public events, facility jobs and any site where a worker or guest uses a wheelchair. Ground-level entry and grab bars.
Priced on your quote
Deluxe flushable, with or without sink
Graduation parties, backyard weddings and church events where guests expect a flush and a sink.
Priced on your quote
Hand wash station
Any event serving food, and crews of about 20 or more.
From $170*
Restroom trailer
Weddings, corporate events and long festival days. Needs power and water on site.
Priced on your quote
*Estimated customer prices; can change. See price details.
Recent work
Recent jobs around town
About 180 orders and 380 units delivered around town in the last 12 months.
- 1 ADA unit and 1 hand wash station for an event in Ashville, September 2026. No service visits, on site 5 days.
- 2 standard units for a commercial construction job in Columbus, April 2026. Weekly service, on site 19 days.
- 1 standard unit for a home build or remodel in Dublin, September 2026. Weekly service, on site 5 days.
- 6 deluxe flushable units for facility work in Canal Winchester, March 2026. Weekly service, on site 115 days.
Source: Porta Potty Dogs orders by delivery date. Job type assigned from product and site notes. Customer names withheld.
Sizing
How many units you need
Start here, then call us. We size every order with you before it ships.
Job sites, with weekly service
| Crew size | Toilets | Hand wash | Est. per 28 days* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–10 workers | 1 | Optional | about $195* |
| 11–20 workers | 2 | 1 recommended | about $390* |
| 21–30 workers | 3 | 1 | about $585* |
| 31–40 workers | 4 | 1 | about $780* |
| 41–60 workers | 6 | 2 | about $1,170* |
One toilet per 10 workers on a 40-hour week with weekly pumping. OSHA 29 CFR 1926.51 sets the legal floor: 1 facility for up to 20 workers, then 1 seat and 1 urinal per 40. Estimates are toilets only at the typical local rate, before delivery, taxes and hand wash stations. Your quote sets the price.
Events, by guests and hours
| Guests | Up to 4 hrs | 6 hrs | 8 hrs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 guests | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 100 guests | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| 250 guests | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| 500 guests | 5 | 6 | 8 |
| 1,000 guests | 9 | 12 | 15 |
Serving alcohol? Add about 20%.
ADA minimum: 1 accessible unit in every bank of 20. Where portable toilets are clustered, 5% must be accessible under the 2010 ADA Standards (§213.2). Fewer than 20 at a public event? Plan on one anyway.
Service
When we service your units
About 52% of our local orders this year were on weekly service. Event units are drop-off and pickup, with no service visit in between.
Weekend service
Weekend service is available for an extra charge. Ask when you order, or call us to add it to a rental that is already out. The price is on your quote.
Extra service
Twice-weekly or daily pumping for big crews, summer heat and long events. Ask when you order or add it mid-rental. Extra service is priced separately *.
Emergency pump
Overflowing, tipped or vandalized unit? Call (614) 604-9258 and give the site address. We dispatch the nearest truck.
Delivery area
Where we deliver
We deliver anywhere in the metro and the counties around it. These are the places and zip codes where we dropped the most units in the last 12 months.
Columbus
- Columbus
- Grove City
- Pataskala
- New Albany
- Dublin
- Orient
- Delaware
- Galloway
- Powell
- Plain City
- Pickerington
- Lancaster
- Sunbury
- Canal Winchester
- Reynoldsburg
Zip codes
- 43123
- 43201
- 43062
- 43207
- 43054
- 43232
- 43146
- 43228
- 43215
- 43230
- 43015
- 43017
- 43119
- 43219
- 43065
Where the unit goes
Most units go on private ground: the end of a driveway, a parking-lot space, a gravel pad or inside a fenced site. The truck needs firm access within hose reach.
In the street, on a sidewalk or in an alley? That needs a city right-of-way permit first. See permits.
Permits and rules
Permits and city rules
Which city and county offices to call before a unit goes on the street or at an event. Rules and fees change; confirm with the office before you schedule.
| When | What you need | Lead time | Who to call |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit in the street, sidewalk or tree lawn for a construction job | 903 Right-of-Way Occupancy Permit (construction related) through portal.columbus.gov/permits. Covers temporary occupancy with no excavation, including dumpsters and storage containers. A maintenance of traffic plan is required when traffic is significantly affected. Source 1 Source 2 | Department of Public Service, Right-of-Way Permit Office, (614) 645-7497 | |
| Non-construction use such as a small assembly | 906 Right-of-Way Occupancy Permit (non-construction), short term with a 7-day maximum. Source | Department of Public Service | |
| Construction crews | OSHA 29 CFR 1926.51: 1 toilet for 20 or fewer workers; 1 seat and 1 urinal per 40 workers above that. Source | Before work starts | We size it with you |
Weather and season
Weather and the busy season
22.0°F
Average January low, with about 100 nights at or below 32°F a year. The median last freeze is around Apr 18 and the first around Oct 27. We treat units with antifreeze in winter so they keep working through freezing nights.
85.4°F
Average July high, with about 21 days a year at 90°F or hotter. For summer events and crews, add a mid-week service or a hand wash station to keep odor down.
Jul, Aug, Sep
Our busiest months around town in the last 12 months were July, August and September. Book early around Ohio State Fair, Red, White & BOOM! and Columbus Arts Festival.
4.67 in
Average rain in July, the wettest month. Pick a spot on firm, level ground so the truck can still reach it after a storm.
Hotspots
Construction and event hotspots
Where our units went this year
- Columbus , 80 orders
- Grove City , 10 orders
- Pataskala , 8 orders
- New Albany , 7 orders
Top zip code 43123 , with 10 orders.
Active projects to watch
- Intel Ohio One semiconductor campus, New Albany . Construction continuing; first fab now targeted for 2030-2031 Source
- John Glenn Columbus International Airport new terminal and other central Ohio projects . Listed among the top central Ohio projects for 2026, with hospital towers and the North Market tower Source
Event venues
- Ohio State Fair , Ohio Expo Center , Late July to early August
- Red, White & BOOM! , Downtown Columbus , July 3
- Columbus Arts Festival , Downtown riverfront , June
FAQs
Common questions
What customers asked us this year, from calls and order notes.
How fast can you deliver a porta potty?
About 44% of our Columbus-area orders in the last year were delivered within a day of booking. For an event on a fixed date, book a few days out.
How does billing work?
Job-site rentals bill in 28-day cycles at your quoted rate, and you keep the unit as long as you need it. Net 30 terms are available for qualified contractor accounts. Delivery, taxes and any extra service are listed on your quote.
How do I schedule a pickup?
Call us at (614) 604-9258 with the date you want it gone and we put it on the schedule. If a pickup is missed, we contact the hauler the same business day.
How many porta potties does my job site need?
OSHA requires 1 toilet for up to 20 workers. We plan on 1 toilet per 10 workers on a 40-hour week with weekly service, and add a hand wash station once you pass about 20 workers.
Can I put a porta potty on my driveway?
Yes. The end of the driveway is one of the most common spots. The truck needs to reach it from your own drive, never a neighbor's, and on firm, level ground. Tell us about trees, soft yards and septic lines when you order.
How far ahead should I book for an event?
Half of our Columbus-area orders are booked 2 days or less before delivery, and a quarter are booked 7 or more days out. For weekends in July, August and September and big weekends like Ohio State Fair, book two weeks ahead.
Do I need a permit for a porta potty?
Not on private property. A unit in the street, sidewalk or tree lawn for a construction job needs a 903 Right-of-Way Occupancy Permit from the Department of Public Service, (614) 645-7497.
Do porta potties work in winter?
Yes. We treat units with antifreeze in winter so they keep working through freezing nights.
Do you service on weekends?
Yes. Weekend service is available for an extra charge. The price is on your quote.
