Although it’s common knowledge for contractors who use them frequently, someone dealing with portable toilet rental for the first time may have questions about how the toilets work and are maintained. If the image of an old-fashioned outhouse comes to mind, relax – today’s portable toilets have evolved well beyond that. And Cheap Disposal of New Jersey can help with all of your porta potty rental needs! So let’s explain exactly what to expect!
How a Portable Toilet Works
Just like a toilet in your home or business, a portable toilet flushes and carries the waste away. The difference is that waste is not sent into the sewer or a septic system. It is stored in a holding tank located inside the unit underneath the toilet seat area. This tank contains chemicals that break down solid waste, reduces toilet paper, kills germs and controls odors.
Portable toilets are self-contained and don’t require a water supply. They flush one of two ways – either with water from a water tank within the unit or with chemicals from the holding tank. The flusher can vary from one unit to another but is operated by using your hand or foot. The flushing system in a portable toilet creates pressure that circulates the water and/or chemicals and carries it to the toilet bowl.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Portable toilet rental companies (such as Cheap Disposal of NJ) take care of the cleaning and maintenance of the units on site while they are in use. In order to maintain the proper hygiene and cleanliness levels, portable toilets must be regularly and thoroughly cleaned. The unit needs to be placed in an area where it can easily be accessed for draining and cleaning to be performed.
To remove all waste from the unit, it is drained with a high-pressure suction device. The device is connected to a large storage tank to capture all the waste. Some units are drained from the outside while others have a waste removal hatch inside.
Human waste carries germs that can cause a variety of illnesses. After each cleaning, the is extremely important that the chemicals are refilled, not only to break down the waste but to kill harmful germs and bacteria. The chemicals also control odors.
In addition to draining the unit, portable toilet rental company such as Cheap Disposal will clean it thoroughly. Typically a heavy duty bacterial spray combined with a high-pressure hot water wash is used. This not only cleans the unit, it also aids in killing bacteria. Particular attention is paid to hard to reach areas when germs can hide and commonly used areas such as toilet seats, flusher switches, and door handles.
Consumables, such as toilet paper and hand sanitizer are replenished after the unit has been drained and cleaned. If the unit should require repair, it will be scheduled to be picked up and replace in a timely manner.
How Many Units are Needed?
If you need portable toilet rental, you are going to have to figure out if you need more than one. If so, how many? For events, it is generally recommended that you have one unit available for every 25 guests. One a job site, at least.one unit for every 10 workers is recommended as the units will normally be used more frequently between servicing. If you are renting portable toilets for a home remodel that will require your family to use them as well, you may want to consider getting a unit strictly for family use. Your portable toilet rental company can help you determine how many units are required for your event or job site.
Reliable Portable Toilet Rental
Cheap Disposal offers high-quality portable toilets at an affordable price. Our units are spacious 17.4 percent more interior space than other standard units in the industry. Cheap Disposal provides superior service to ensure your portable toilet is delivered on time and is maintained properly. If you need a portable toilet rental for a construction site or home renovation, we offer a great bundle deal when you rent a portable toilet and a dumpster together. If you’re in need of a portable toilet, contact us today!
