Standard porta potty
$125 to $250 a weekend
How many portable toilets do I need?
OSHA 1926.51(c)(1) sets the baseline for construction sites: 1 toilet facility for 20 workers or fewer; 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 40 workers from 20 up; 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 50 workers at 200 or more. That's the legal floor, not comfort. For event restroom rental in Milwaukee, the math shifts. A wedding or festival needs one unit per 50 to 75 guests over a 4 to 6 hour span. A marathon or race demands one per 100 participants because lines form fast and dwell time is short. Outdoor events in Milwaukee winters matter: porta potties in winter need more frequent servicing because of freeze risk. Call us with your headcount and event type and we'll size it right.
What's the difference between a standard unit and a deluxe?
A standard porta potty holds 60 to 70 gallons and sits about 44 by 48 inches on the ground. It's a single-occupancy unit with a gravity flush and a pump-out tank. A deluxe flushable porta potty has better ventilation, a flushing system that mimics a real toilet, and interior finishes that feel less industrial. Standard units cost less. Deluxe units feel cleaner and are worth the upgrade for weddings, outdoor festivals and golf tournaments. Both need servicing on the same schedule under normal use. Milwaukee Porta Pros services both weekly or as needed.
Do I need a permit to place a dumpster or portable toilet in the street?
Yes. Milwaukee requires a permit to obstruct or occupy a public way. The permit rules sit in Milwaukee Code of Ordinances Chapter 115, Street Construction and Work on Public Ways, section 115-32, Obstruction on Public Ways. The Department of Neighborhood Services and the Department of Public Works administer the permit process. Placement in the public right of way needs confirming with the city; we can help you navigate the application, but the exact fee, duration and issuing procedure are set by the city and change. For dumpsters specifically, the Department of Neighborhood Services publishes "Dumpsters in the Public Way." Call us before you order and we'll advise you on what Milwaukee expects. Dumpster permit requirements are part of your total cost.
How often does a septic tank need pumping?
A residential septic tank is typically pumped every 3 to 5 years, driven by tank size and household size. Heavy use shortens the interval. If you're unsure when yours was last pumped, septic tank warning signs show up fast: slow drains, surface pooling, or odors near the tank. Don't wait. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources licenses all septage businesses and requires certified operators. Milwaukee Porta Pros holds the licenses and certifications to service and dispose of septage legally. We also pump grease traps for restaurants and commercial kitchens; those empty when fats, oils and grease reach 25 percent of the liquid depth. Emergency septic service is available.
What handwashing setup do I need on a job site?
OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) requires washing facilities where employees apply paints, coatings, herbicides or insecticides. Under 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2), those facilities must provide soap and towels or a hand dryer; hand sanitizer alone doesn't meet code. For construction site services in Milwaukee, a portable sink rental or handwashing station rental paired with potable water satisfies the rule. OSHA 1926.51(a)(1) requires an adequate supply of potable water in all places of employment, so your water supply is part of the plan. We deliver and service both. For non-paint work, hand sanitizer stations work as a supplement but not a replacement.
Do you deliver outside Milwaukee?
We service Milwaukee and suburbs within about 20 miles. Wauwatosa is 3.8 miles west and Brookfield is 8.0 miles west. Menomonee Falls runs 11.7 miles northwest. We've serviced events in Mequon (11.8 miles north) and Franklin (14.2 miles south). Ask about your address.
Can I rent equipment for just one day?
Yes. Standard porta potty rental and roll-off dumpster rental are available daily, weekly and monthly. Weekend rates apply for Friday pickup through Monday return. Call for pricing on your dates.
What can't go in a dumpster?
Hazardous waste, tires, batteries, appliances, electronics and liquids are forbidden. What cannot go in a dumpster lists the full restrictions. Violations carry fines and disposal costs.
How much does a porta potty rental cost per day?
Porta potty rental cost runs $100 to $350 per day for a standard unit, delivery included, depending on rental length and location. Deluxe flushable porta potty units start higher. Get a quote for your dates.
How does septic tank pumping compare to handwashing stations?
They're unrelated services. Septic pumping empties your residential or commercial tank. Handwashing stations are temporary rentals for job sites and events. Both are licensed and permitted. Milwaukee Porta Pros handles both.
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:
Next step
Get a delivery date
Tell us the address, the dates and the headcount. We size the order and confirm the route.