Standard porta potty
$125 to $250 a weekend
What Does a Construction Site Need for Sanitation?
Every jobsite with workers on it needs toilets, and OSHA 1926.51(c)(1) spells out the ratio: one toilet facility for 20 workers or fewer, then one seat and one urinal per 40 workers once you pass that threshold, dropping to one per 50 once you hit 200 workers. That number drives everything else on the page. A standard porta potty rental covers most crews, and if you are not sure how many units your headcount needs, our how many porta potties do I need guide walks through it. OSHA also requires potable water under 1926.51(a)(1), which is why a lot of general contractors pair toilets with a handwashing station rental rather than relying on hand sanitizer alone, since 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2) specifically says sanitizer does not satisfy the washing requirement, soap and towels or a dryer do. If your crew is spraying paint, coatings, herbicides or insecticides, 1926.51(f)(1) kicks in separately and requires washing facilities for that contaminant exposure. Milwaukee sites also generate debris, and OSHA 1926.25 covers housekeeping, meaning scrap has to be cleared regularly, which is where a roll-off dumpster rental earns its keep on a framing or demo job. Check our OSHA portable toilet requirements page for the full breakdown by crew size.
How Much Does Portable Toilet Rental Cost for a Construction Site?
Pricing depends on unit type, how long you need it, and how many stops your route requires. A standard unit runs $100 to $350 a day depending on the market, with weekly rentals landing higher than a single day and monthly terms higher again, never the other way around. Here is what Milwaukee Porta Pros typically sees across unit types:
| unit | day | week | month |
|---|---|---|---|
| standard | $100-$350 | $130-$500 | $125-$325 |
| ada | $200-$400 | $240-$400 | - |
| deluxe | $85-$1200 | $150-$290 | - |
| dumpster | $51-$112 | $426-$778 | $600-$1500 |
Delivery adds a separate fee, typically $100 to $500 for a one-time trip depending on distance and access. If your site is out toward Menomonee Falls at 11.7 miles northwest or Mequon at 11.8 miles north, expect delivery pricing toward the higher end of that band. For a full cost breakdown by duration, see porta potty rental cost, porta potty rental per day, and monthly porta potty rental. Roll-off dumpsters follow a similar day-week-month curve, and our dumpster rental cost page has the specifics, along with dumpster sizes and dimensions if you are choosing between a 10, 20, 30 or 40 yard box.
Does an ADA-Accessible Unit Need to Be on Site?
If workers or visitors with disabilities are on the jobsite, yes, and the standard is ADA 213.2, which requires that at least 5 percent of clustered single-user toilet units be accessible, with a minimum of one unit regardless of cluster size. An ADA accessible porta potty needs a 60 inch turning circle inside per ADA 304.3.1, a door opening at least 32 inches wide under ADA 404.2.3, and a route to it at least 36 inches clear per ADA 403.5.1. Floor surfaces have to be stable and slip resistant under ADA 302.1, and reach ranges for controls fall under ADA 308.2.1. Milwaukee general contractors managing public-facing sites, or any site near West Allis 7.0 miles southwest where foot traffic mixes with construction, should plan for this from the permit stage rather than adding it later. Pair the ADA unit with a temporary fence rental to control who accesses the site and keep the accessible route unobstructed, since ANSI D6.1 barricade standards under OSHA 1926.202 apply if you are fencing off excavation or heavy equipment zones.
Where Can I Place a Dumpster or Toilet on a Milwaukee Jobsite?
Placement on private property is straightforward, but placing a dumpster or toilet in the public way in Milwaukee requires a permit under Chapter 115 of the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances, section 115-32, which governs obstruction on public ways. The exact permit name, issuing department, and fee are not published in a form we could verify directly, so confirm the specifics with the Milwaukee Department of Public Works before you plan curbside placement. Chapter 116 and Chapter 245 of the city code also touch on use of public ways and special privileges, and it is not yet clear which chapter governs longer-term equipment placement versus a short delivery. Our dumpster permit requirements and porta potty permit requirements pages track what is confirmed. A roll-off delivery needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck, which matters on tight urban lots. See our porta potty placement guide for setback and access tips, and construction dumpster rental for load and yard sizing.
How many porta potties does a construction site need per worker?
OSHA 1926.51(c)(1) sets it at one toilet facility per 20 workers or fewer. Above 20 workers, add one seat and one urinal per 40 workers, and above 200 workers the ratio drops to one per 50. Crew size, shift length and site duration all factor into the final count.
What is the difference between a standard and deluxe portable toilet?
A standard unit holds a 60 to 70 gallon tank and measures about 44 by 48 inches on the ground, standing roughly 92 inches tall. A deluxe flushable porta potty adds a flush mechanism and interior features standard units skip, at a higher rental cost.
Do I need a permit for a portable toilet on a Milwaukee construction site?
If the unit sits in the public right of way, Milwaukee Code Chapter 115 likely applies, but the exact permit process is not fully published. Confirm placement rules with the city's Department of Public Works before delivery, especially for curbside or sidewalk locations.
Can I rent portable toilets for a construction site outside Wisconsin?
Requirements vary by state. Construction portable toilet rental near Texas and construction portable toilet rental near California both follow their own state OSHA plans, and Cal/OSHA portable toilet requirements construction differ from federal OSHA in some particulars, so check the applicable state plan.
How often are construction porta potties serviced?
ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 sets a baseline of one service visit per week for up to 10 users across a 40 hour week. Busier sites need more frequent pumping. See how often are porta potties cleaned for details on scheduling around your crew size.
What we rent
Four units cover almost every job
Typical Milwaukee ranges, not a quote. Delivery is $50 to $150 and a weekly service visit $30 to $60. See the full cost breakdown.
Deluxe flushing
$200 to $350 a weekend
ADA accessible
$199 to $300 a weekend
Restroom trailer
Quoted by stall count
The rest of the yard
One mobilisation, not three
Roll off dumpsters10, 20, 30 and 40 yardTemporary fencingPanels 6 feet by 12 feetStorage containers20 foot and 40 footHandwashing stationsSinks and sanitiser standsSeptic and grease trapsPumping, cleaning, emergenciesSite power and lightLight towers, temporary poles
We deliver across Milwaukee County and the surrounding metro:
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