Guide to the Perfect Number of Porta Potties for Events

The number of porta potties, hand wash stations, and portable restroom amenities will directly impact your event attendance, profitability and publicity, making this an important decision.

Number of Expected Guests

To determine the number of porta potties you need for your event, you'll need to estimate the number of expected guests. This is the primary factor. If you're unsure how many guests will attend the event, we recommend overestimating or rounding up guest estimates.

Duration of Your Event

Another crucial factor for determining the number of porta potties you need is the duration of your event. The longer the event, the more restroom units you'll need to consider to ensure guests have access to clean toilets throughout the day.

Type of Event

The type of event also need to be factored in because it determines the density of people at a given time period. Guest attendance at weddings, for example, is usually steady throughout the event, while county fairs or sporting events will have a period of peak guest attendance. In order to maintain a good experience, we recommend planning the number of porta potties based on periods of peak attendance.

Alcohol & Food Consumption

Events that serve alcohol and food will need more portable restroom units than non-alcoholic events.

Weather

Outdoor events in hot weather will cause people to drink a lot and use the bathroom more often, so we recommend taking your local weather into consideration.

Event Layout & Spacing

If your guests are spread out over a large venue, you'll need to consider spreading out your restroom units across the venue to provide easy access. The larger the event space, the more units will be required to service guests throughout the entire area, especially near food and drink sections and at entrances and exits.

Service Requirements for Sanitary Conditions

The service requirements you select will also determine the number of porta potties you'll need. For example, a 10 hour festival with no servicing will typically require significantly more units than the same event with scheduled cleaning and pumping.

Portable Restroom Placement for Events

Once you know the number of porta potties you need for your event, the next crucial step is planning porta potty placement. It’s important to understand that placement is not as simple as choosing a spot and dropping off the rental. Below are key placement tips to ensure a smooth rental experience.

Portable Restroom Placement Near the Action Is Ideal

Crowd satisfaction is your number one priority during a party or public event, and your restroom availability should be at the top of your checklist. Accessibility matters, so placing your restrooms near where crowds are gathering is a great idea.

However, strategy is also key, because it's not sanitary or fun for a crowd when a restroom is placed too close to food or social areas. If you have concerns about how close your portable restrooms should be, you should consult your local dealer. At Rumpke, we offer this guidance for our customers to help them make the best decisions.

Keep Your Rentals Secure

Portable restroom vandalism is a common issue with portable restroom rentals and can lead to additional repair costs. Taking preventative steps can help protect your investment.

• Order temporary fencing
• Hire overnight security if needed to watch your property
• Use padlocks when restrooms are not in use

Look for Dry and Level Ground

Before your restroom units are delivered, take time to evaluate your event site. Rocky or wet terrain can compromise both the stability of the units and the safety of your guests. Always confirm that the ground is dry and level before confirming your placement.

Always Remember Permit Limitations

If your event is in a public location, avoid fines and fees by reviewing your local permit requirements. This will make porta potty placement easy because it'll clearly layout where portable restroom units can and cannot be placed.

Conclusion

By considering the number of guests, event duration, peak traffic times, food and alcohol consumption, weather, venue space and layout, you can make informed decisions that keep lines short and guests comfortable for a great experience.