"Porta john" is just the old-school word for a portable toilet, and Downtown DC Porta Pros rents them by the day, week, or month starting in the low hundreds. A standard unit runs from $100 a day up to $350 for busier jobs, with weekly and monthly terms priced lower per day than a one-off rental.
Pricing depends on how long you need the unit and what kind you need. A standard porta potty rental in Downtown DC runs $100 to $350 a day depending on service frequency and site access, while weekly terms land between $130 and $500. Monthly rentals for a construction crew usually fall between $125 and $325 a month per unit, which is why most contractors book by the month instead of by the day. If you want the exact breakdown by duration, the porta potty rental cost page and the monthly porta potty rental page both go deeper. Delivery is its own line item, typically $100 to $500 depending on distance and access, and most weekend jobs in Downtown DC add a delivery charge separate from the unit rate. Anyone comparing porta john rental price against porta john rental rates from other companies should ask whether delivery and service visits are already folded into the quote.
| unit | day | week | month |
|---|---|---|---|
| standard | $100 - $350 | $130 - $500 | $125 - $325 |
| ada | $200 - $400 | - | - |
| deluxe | $85 - $1,200 | $150 - $290 | - |
Event pricing works differently. A weekend booking for a standard unit in Downtown DC generally lands between $125 and $400, which fits a two-day festival or backyard gathering without needing a full week's commitment. Check the porta potty rental per day breakdown if your job is a single-day pour or inspection.
A standard unit is about 44 by 48 inches on the ground and stands roughly 92 inches tall, built around a 60 to 70 gallon holding tank. That's the workhorse most job sites in Downtown DC rent. A luxury porta john rental step up, usually called a deluxe flushable porta potty, adds a flushing mechanism and a nicer interior finish, priced from $85 to $1,200 a day depending on the model and rental length. For events where guests expect more, a full restroom trailer rental is the next tier up, with options like the 2 stall restroom trailer or the luxury restroom trailer for weddings and corporate functions. Trailers run from $175 a day to several thousand for a multi-day event package, so the restroom trailer rental cost page is worth reading before you commit. If accessibility matters, an ADA accessible porta potty meets ADA Standards section 304.3.1 for a 60 inch turning circle and section 404.2.3 for a minimum 32 inch clear door opening, and where units are clustered, ADA Standards section 213.2 requires at least 5 percent of the units, never fewer than one, to be accessible.
Yes, OSHA sets the ratio. Under OSHA 1926.51(c), a construction crew of 20 workers or fewer needs 1 toilet facility, and that ratio increases to 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 40 workers once the crew grows past 20, then 1 per 50 workers at 200 or more. Most general contractors working in Downtown DC use this table to plan their construction site services order before the crew shows up. OSHA 1926.51(a)(1) also requires an adequate supply of potable water at every job site, which is why a handwashing station rental or a portable sink rental usually rides alongside the toilets on a delivery. Under 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2), washing facilities need actual soap and towels or a hand-drying device, not just sanitizer, so a hand sanitizer station rental alone won't satisfy a general industry site. If your crew is spraying coatings or pesticides, OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) kicks in specifically for that contaminant exposure and calls for washing facilities beyond the standard setup. Not sure how many units your headcount requires? The how many porta potties do I need guide walks through the math, and the full OSHA portable toilet requirements page covers the ratio table in detail.
Yes, day rentals are common for inspections, pours, and single-day gatherings, and Downtown DC Porta Pros delivers and picks up the same window when the job calls for it. A one-day standard unit runs $100 to $350, and weekend event pricing for a similar unit typically lands around $240 for a two-day stretch. Delivery trucks need about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck to place a unit safely, so tight downtown lots and alley access should get flagged when you book. If your event is a wedding, check the wedding restroom rental page, and festival organizers should look at festival restroom rental for load calculations based on expected headcount. Placement in the public right of way in Downtown DC needs confirming with the city before delivery day, since permit rules vary by block and by event type; the porta potty permit requirements page has more on how that process typically works. For sites without city water access, pair the rental with a portable sink rental so handwashing needs are covered regardless of hookup.
Yes, same unit, different regional name. Some callers say porta john, others say porta potty rental, and a few use portable restroom rental. Downtown DC Porta Pros treats them as one product line with the same pricing and service schedule.
Weekly service is the standard baseline for up to 10 users over a 40 hour week, per ANSI/PSAI Z4.3. Busier sites or events often need two or three visits a week. The how often are porta potties cleaned page covers scheduling in more detail.
Same-day and emergency delivery is available depending on truck availability. Call ahead when possible, since emergency porta potty rental requests get prioritized around existing delivery routes rather than a fixed schedule.
Possibly, and it depends on the block. Placement in the public right of way needs confirming with the city before delivery. See porta potty placement guide for setup considerations like clearance and surface stability.
Service extends to nearby towns including Hyattsville at 6.4 miles northeast, Takoma Park at 6.5 miles north, and Bladensburg at 6.5 miles northeast. Check service areas for the full coverage map before requesting a quote.
Yes. Downtown DC Porta Pros delivers porta john rental across Downtown DC 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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