What are the 6 types of porta potties you can rent?
Brian Rental Works rents 6 portable restroom types: standard porta potties, deluxe flushing units, wheelchair-accessible units, handwashing stations, VIP flushing cabins and restroom trailers. The standard unit is the most rented. Each type differs in flushing, handwashing, accessibility, hookups, space and how far ahead you need to book.
| Standard | Deluxe flushing | Wheelchair-accessible | Handwashing station | VIP flushing cabin | Restroom trailer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best use | Job sites, parties, farms | Weddings, parties with guests | Public events, guests with mobility needs | Food events, job sites | Upscale small events, VIP areas | Weddings, corporate events |
| Flushing | No | Yes — foot pump | No | — | Yes — porcelain-style flush | Yes — flush toilets |
| Handwashing | Hand sanitizer | Foot-pump sink inside | Hand sanitizer | Two-sided foot-pump sinks, soap, towels | Sink inside | Vanity sinks |
| Accessibility | Step-up entry | Step-up entry | Ground-level entry, wide door, grab bars, 60-in turning space | Standard height | Step-up entry | Steps to enter |
| Water / power | None | None — self-contained | None | None — fresh-water tank | Self-contained (light inside) | 120V power + garden hose or onboard tank |
| Space | ~44 in × 48 in, 7 ft 7 in tall | About a standard unit’s footprint | ~7.5 × 7.5 ft, level ground | Small footprint beside toilets | Single cabin; truck access | Truck access + level pad |
| Gate width | ~48 in clear | ~48 in clear | Wider access needed | Standard gate | Ask on the call | Driveway or open lot |
| Limitations | No sink, no flush | Fresh water runs out on long events | Larger; limited stock | No toilet | Fewer units; more space | Needs power, water and level ground |
| Booking lead time | Same day possible | 2–3 days | 7–10 days | Book with your toilets | About 1 week | 7–10 days |
All units arrive cleaned, sanitized and stocked with toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Unit pages have photos and full specs: standard porta potty, deluxe flushing porta potty and restroom trailers.
What is the difference between a standard and a deluxe porta potty?
A standard porta potty has a toilet seat, a urinal, toilet paper and hand sanitizer, with no flush and no sink. A deluxe flushing porta potty adds a foot-pump flush, a foot-pump sink with fresh water, a mirror and a coat hook. Neither of the 2 types needs water or power hookups.
A standard unit is about 44 inches wide, 48 inches deep and 7 feet 7 inches tall, with a roughly 60-gallon tank. The deluxe unit is the step up for guests who expect to wash their hands inside.
When do I need a wheelchair-accessible porta potty?
Rent at least 1 wheelchair-accessible porta potty for any public event, and make 5% of each cluster accessible under the 2010 ADA Standards §213.2. The unit has ground-level entry, a wide door, grab bars and a 60-inch turning circle. The footprint is about 7.5 × 7.5 feet.
See the rule at the U.S. Access Board, 2010 ADA Standards §213.2. Our units are wheelchair-accessible, built to ADA design guidelines — confirm what your venue requires. They also help guests with walkers, parents with strollers and anyone who needs more room.
Is a restroom trailer better than porta potties for a wedding?
A restroom trailer is the better pick for a wedding over 75 guests when the site has level ground, 120V power and a garden hose. Trailers have flush toilets, sinks, mirrors, lighting, A/C and heat. Without power, we can arrange a generator, or you can use VIP cabins or deluxe units.
Trailers have steps, so add 1 wheelchair-accessible unit beside the trailer. See wedding restroom options and VIP and luxury restrooms.
Tell us the site — we’ll match the unit
Gate width, slope, power and guest count decide the unit. Describe the spot on the phone and we’ll recommend the right mix.
When is each porta potty type the wrong choice?
Each porta potty type has 1 situation where it fails. A standard unit is wrong when food guests need a sink. A trailer is wrong without level ground or power. A wheelchair-accessible unit is wrong for a narrow side gate, and a deluxe unit can run out of fresh water at all-day events.
| Type | Wrong choice when… | Pick this instead |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Guests eat with their hands and there’s no other sink | Standard + handwashing station, or deluxe |
| Deluxe flushing | The event runs 10+ hours with heavy use and no mid-event service | Standard units + stations, or add a service visit |
| Wheelchair-accessible | The only access is a 48-inch side gate | Place it in front or in the driveway |
| Handwashing station | You think it replaces a toilet — it doesn’t | Pair it with toilets |
| VIP flushing cabin | You need to serve 150+ guests from 1 unit | Restroom trailer or several units |
| Restroom trailer | No level ground, no power, or no truck access | VIP cabins or deluxe units |
How do I choose the right portable restroom in 5 steps?
Choose a portable restroom in 5 steps: count guests or workers, check whether food is served, check access and gate width, check for power and water, and set your budget and booking date. Most Edinburg job sites need standard units; most weddings need deluxe units or a trailer.
- Count people and hoursUse the porta potty calculator to get a base number.
- Food or no food?With food, add 1 handwashing station per 4 toilets, or choose deluxe units with sinks.
- Measure accessStandard units need about a 48-inch gate. Accessible units and trailers need wider, level access.
- Check power and waterOnly restroom trailers need 120V power and a garden hose. Everything else is self-contained.
- Pick the dateStandard units can go same day. Accessible units and trailers need 7–10 days.