How many portable toilets do I need?
OSHA 1926.51(c)(1) sets the minimum on construction sites: 1 toilet facility for 20 workers or fewer, then 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 40 workers from 20 up to 200, and 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 50 workers at 200 or more. For events in Boise, count attendees and add one unit per 50 to 75 people. A wedding with 150 guests needs at least 2 or 3 units. A festival or concert will need restroom trailers if you're expecting crowds over 300. Standard portable toilets hold 60 to 70 gallons and are pumped on a regular service schedule. If your crew has employees applying paints, coatings, herbicides or insecticides, OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) requires washing facilities on site. Boise Porta Pros delivers handwashing stations that meet 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2): soap and towels or a hand drying device included.
What size dumpster should I order?
Roll-off dumpsters in Boise come in 10, 20, 30 and 40 yard sizes. A 10 yarder handles a single-room renovation or small landscaping job. A 20 yard is standard for most construction cleanup and home demolition. A 30 or 40 yard sits on larger commercial demolition, full building cleanouts and site debris. Dumpster weight limits vary by material: concrete and soil are heavier per cubic yard than wood or drywall. OSHA 1926.252 covers disposal of waste materials. Your roll-off dumpster rental needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the delivery truck. We serve Boise proper and the surrounding towns, Meridian is 10.1 miles west, Nampa is 18.8 miles west, and Caldwell is 24.2 miles west. Tell us what you're throwing away and we'll recommend the right size.
When should I pump my septic tank?
A residential septic tank is typically pumped every 3 to 5 years, driven by tank size and household size. A family of 4 in a 1,000 gallon tank will need pumping sooner than a 1,500 gallon tank serving the same house. Watch for slow drains, backups, or soggy ground near the drain field. Don't wait for a failure. Boise Porta Pros handles septic pumping service on a weekend or weekday schedule. If you have a grease interceptor on a restaurant line or commercial kitchen, it's pumped when fats, oils, grease and solids reach 25 percent of the liquid depth. That's usually every month or two depending on traffic. Grease trap pumping keeps the line from backing up into your kitchen.
What are ADA accessible toilets?
ADA Standards section 213.2 says that where single-user portable toilet units are clustered, at least 5 percent, and never fewer than one unit, must be accessible. Our ADA accessible porta potty has a 36 inch minimum clear width entrance per ADA Standards section 403.5.1, a 32 inch clear door opening per ADA Standards section 404.2.3, and a 60 inch diameter turning circle per ADA Standards section 304.3.1. The grab bars and seat height meet ADA Standards section 308.2.1 for forward reach and section 309.4 for operable parts. Events in Boise over 100 people should include at least one accessible unit. Construction sites with 20 or more workers need accessible facilities too. We deliver and service them on the same schedule as standard units.
How often are portable toilets cleaned and serviced?
ANSI/PSAI Z4.3, the portable sanitation service standard, sets one service visit per week for up to 10 users over a 40 hour week as the baseline interval. Boise Porta Pros pumps the tank, refreshes the chemicals, restocks toilet paper and soap, and cleans the interior at each visit. High-traffic sites, construction crews, festivals, special events, may need service twice a week. Emergency porta potty rental is available if you run out of capacity mid-event. Summer events in Boise draw larger crowds and may need extra units or more frequent pumping. Tell us your expected usage and we'll schedule accordingly.
How much does a portable toilet cost per day?
Daily rental rates for a standard unit run from $100 to $350 depending on local demand and delivery distance. A monthly rental is more economical for construction jobs lasting weeks. See porta potty rental cost for pricing on all unit types and durations.
Can I place a dumpster in the street or on the sidewalk?
Placement in the public right of way needs confirming with the city. Contact Boise public works or tell us your address and we'll verify placement rules for you.
Do you deliver to areas outside Boise?
Yes. We serve Boise and nearby towns including Garden City, Eagle, Hidden Springs, Kuna, and Star. Call for a quote on your location.
What's the difference between a standard and deluxe portable toilet?
A standard porta potty has a pedal flush, basic lighting and a vent. A deluxe flushable porta potty has an electric hand-flush valve, better ventilation and interior finish. Both hold 60 to 70 gallons and stand about 92 inches tall on a footprint of roughly 44 by 48 inches.
Can I rent a restroom trailer for an event?
Yes. Restroom trailers come in 2, 4 and 8 stall models with running water, flushing toilets and sinks. They're ideal for weddings, festivals and corporate events where standard portable toilets won't meet guest expectations. A 2 stall restroom trailer suits 150 to 200 guests. Larger events need 4 or 8 stalls.
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