Whether you’re planning a major event or special occasion, you’re likely thinking about portable toilet rentals. This is an excellent way to accommodate large gatherings without putting a strain on your property’s septic system or plumbing setup. It can be confusing to know how many portable toilets you’ll need as well as where they should be set up. Here are some common questions that many people have when it comes to portable toilet rentals.

1. How Many Will I Need?

When determining how many portable toilets you’ll need, your crowd size is the biggest deciding factor. As a general rule of thumb, you should provide at least one restroom for every 50 guests. If your event will range in attendance — such as for multi-day events — consider the maximum capacity your event will accommodate.

The length of the event is also critical. If your event will last longer than five hours, plan on providing two portable toilets for every 50 attendees. If you’ll be serving alcohol, add on 15 to 20% more restrooms to your final count.

2. Are There Handicap-Accessible Units?

Regardless of the event, every guest should be able to use the restroom comfortably. There are handicap-accessible units that are spacious enough to accommodate wheelchairs or other assistive devices. You should provide at least one handicap-accessible restroom for every 20 portable units.

3. Where Should They Be Positioned?

Consider having restrooms positioned at the front, middle, and end of your event space to provide easy access for guests. These should be set up in locations that have open space around it since there is a chance that guests will need to wait in line until a restroom becomes available. You should also allow space for hand-washing stations, as you’ll need a minimum of one for every four restrooms that you rent.

If you need portable toilet rentals for your upcoming event or construction site, speak with the team at A A Septic Tank & Drain Service in Acme, PA. For over 35 years, they have been providing portable toilets as well as septic services, maintenance, and inspections. Learn more about their rentals online or by calling (724) 593-7457 today.