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At Prime Dumpster, we provide porta potty rentals across Providence, Rhode Island, and the tightly packed cities that surround it. Construction and renovation work downtown and on the East Side, block parties on neighborhood streets, park festivals, food truck events, and film shoots all call for portable toilets here.
Your price depends on the unit type, the number of units, the length of the rental, and the service schedule. Below you'll find the ranges, the counts to plan for, the City and state rules that apply, and how to line up a quick delivery.
Each range shown is priced on a standard three-day rental. Weekend event orders work that way, so a Saturday block party and a full Friday through Sunday festival usually land on the same number.
Construction runs on a longer cycle. Those orders are written in four-week blocks with a weekly cleaning visit built in, and the per-unit cost eases as the job goes on.
Providence is a dense city, and that shapes delivery. A driveway or an open lot is simple. A one-way street on Federal Hill, a tight alley behind a triple decker, or a job site with metered parking on both sides takes planning, and sometimes a reserved space.
Season matters too. May through October brings festivals, park events, and outdoor weddings all at once, and the calendar tightens. Winter orders are easier to place, though we allow extra time when snow narrows the streets.
Looking for a dependable porta potty rental solution? Contact us today for a free quote! We're here to provide you with a straightforward and competitive estimate for all your porta potty rental needs. Find out how easy sanitation can be with Prime Porta Potty.
Received your quote and ready to proceed? We make choosing your porta potty rental simple and efficient. Contact us to select the best options for your needs and we'll take care of the rest.
Scheduling your porta potty delivery is a breeze. Just tell us when and where you need it, and we’ll handle the rest. Prime Porta Potty is all about quick and reliable service, getting the right unit to your site when you need it.
Done with your event or need your porta potty serviced? Just give us a call to arrange a fast and convenient pickup. We’re ready to quickly remove or service your unit and make your experience hassle-free.
The prices below reflect average ranges for a standard five-day rental period. Your account manager will confirm tonnage, overage rates, and other project specifics during your free, custom quote.
| Unit Type | Average Price Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Porta Potty | $199–$349 | Construction sites, small events, backyard projects |
| ADA-Compliant Porta Potty | $200–$300 | Public events and job sites that need an accessible unit |
| Deluxe Flushing Porta Potty | $300–$400 | Weddings, parties, and guest-facing events |
| Deluxe Porta Potty with Sink | $300–$400 | Events where guests need a sink inside the unit |
| Solar Porta Potty | $500–$600 | Remote sites and off-grid events |
| Handwashing Station | $150–$250 | Food areas, job sites, and events |
| Restroom Trailer | From $1,500 | Weddings, corporate events, and long-term sites |
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Starting At: Contact Us For Best Price
*Specifications and exact dimensions may vary slightly based on model and location
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Perfect For:
Starting At: Contact Us For Best Price
*Specifications and exact dimensions may vary slightly based on model and location
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Perfect For:
Starting At: Contact Us For Best Price
*Specifications and exact dimensions may vary slightly based on model and location
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Perfect For:
Starting At: Contact Us For Best Price
*Specifications and exact dimensions may vary slightly based on model and location
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Perfect For:
Starting At: Contact Us For Best Price
*Specifications and exact dimensions may vary slightly based on model and location
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*Specifications and exact dimensions may vary slightly based on model and location
Request a Quote NowStart with the crowd and the length of the event. These counts are our baseline:
Food vendors bring a hard spacing rule with them. The state health department says a temporary food setup may not sit closer than 50 feet to a non-sewered toilet or an animal pen, so your layout needs real distance between the food row and the units.
The same state guidance tells event sponsors to supply enough toilets for both patrons and vendors, with toilet tissue and handwashing, and to keep them stocked and cleaned through the day. Our porta potty calculator gets you a starting number, and your account manager will finish the math.
Pick by who uses the unit and how long they're there. All the models sit together on our porta potty options page.
The Standard Porta Potty covers job sites, renovations, and neighborhood gatherings. It has a toilet, a urinal, a paper holder, and hand sanitizer.
The ADA-Compliant Porta Potty enters at ground level, with a wide door, grab bars, and turning space for a wheelchair. City event plans have to show accessible routes, so include one.
The Deluxe Flushing Porta Potty adds a flush and stronger odor control, a real upgrade at a wedding or a gallery night.
The Deluxe Porta Potty with Sink puts a sink, soap, and mirror inside the unit, which keeps the line moving near a food row.
The Solar Porta Potty runs its light and fan on solar power, so it fits a waterfront lot or a park corner with no outlet nearby.
The Handwashing Station is a standalone sink with clean water, soap, and towels. Vendors have to bring their own handwashing setup, and a station covers the public side.
The Restroom Trailer adds several stalls, running water, and climate control for a wedding or a corporate event.
Unsure about the mix? Give your account manager the headcount and the venue.
On private property, such as a driveway, a yard, or a fenced job site, you normally need no City permit. Public property and public events are a different matter.
Public events: Providence runs a single special event application for block parties, festivals, parades, and outdoor concerts. An event of 500 people or fewer files at least three weeks out, and anything bigger files at least six weeks out, where a week means five business days.
What goes with the application: You need a certificate of insurance, a site map, and signatures from abutting property owners and neighbors. The site map has to show your portable toilets and sanitation stations, plus trash and recycling containers and every accessible route, so settle your unit locations before you file.
Insurance: Using public property requires liability coverage of one million dollars naming the City of Providence. A park event names the Providence Parks Department as well.
Review meetings: Applications go through City Service Meetings with Police, Fire, Traffic, Parks, and the Board of Licenses. If you plan entertainment or alcohol service, you'll also attend a Board of Licenses meeting.
Streets and state roads: Call City Hall at 401-680-5000 before setting a unit in a Providence street. An event on a state road or bridge needs a state parade and event permit, and that permit still requires City approval on top.
Food vendors: The state health department wants the sponsor form 30 days ahead and the vendor list two weeks ahead.
Not sure which office covers your spot? Your account manager can track it down before delivery.
In a dense city, placement is most of the job.
Set units on firm, level ground. Asphalt and pavers are ideal, while soft lawns and fresh fill sink after a hard rain. The service truck needs a straight approach, so watch for low wires, tree branches, and cars parked tight to the curb.
Keep units at least 15 feet from any food service, and remember the state's 50-foot rule for food setups near non-sewered toilets. Stay clear of storm drains and the river walks. On a job site, place units within 200 feet of the work.
A standard rental includes one service visit a week. The driver pumps the tank, cleans and disinfects the interior, and restocks paper and sanitizer. Festival weekends and big crews often need two visits, and summer heat can push it the same way.
Rhode Island tracks this waste carefully. State rules count what comes out of a portable toilet as septage, and the state environmental agency permits every septage transporter and publishes the list. Treatment in this part of the state runs through the Narragansett Bay Commission, whose Field's Point plant on Ernest Street handles up to 200 million gallons a day. Your account manager can confirm your service schedule and where the waste goes.
To learn more about the benefits of portable toilets, check out our blog post “Benefits of Porta Potty Rentals.“
Most Providence orders land within 24 to 48 hours. Three to five days of notice is better, because it lets us match unit types and plan around the traffic and parking. Summer weekends and festival dates fill first, so reserve those early.
These steps keep delivery day smooth:
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Prime Dumpster coordinates porta potty rentals throughout Providence, from the West End and Olneyville to Federal Hill, Fox Point, Mount Hope, and the waterfront. We also serve the neighboring communities of East Providence, Cranston, Pawtucket, Central Falls, North Providence, Johnston, and Warwick. Whether the job is a triple decker rehab, a park festival, or a downtown build, we plan delivery, service, and pickup around your calendar.
A standard porta potty in Providence averages $199 to $349. ADA-compliant units average $200 to $300, deluxe units run $300 to $400, and restroom trailers start at $1,500. Your figure follows the unit count, the rental length, and the cleaning schedule. Your account manager confirms it during your free quote.
Plan 1 unit per 50 guests for a four-hour event, and add 15 to 20 percent more when alcohol is served. A 300-guest block party works out to six or seven units. Include an accessible unit, add a handwashing station near food, and keep food setups well away from the units.
Rhode Island job sites follow the federal rule. A crew of 20 or fewer needs at least one toilet, and above that it's one toilet seat and one urinal for every 40 workers. Keep them close to the work, especially on a tight downtown lot. Your account manager can grow the order as the crew grows.
Weekly service comes standard. The driver pumps the tank, cleans and disinfects the interior, and restocks paper and sanitizer. Busy events and large crews often move to two visits a week, and so does a hot July stretch. Your account manager can set the schedule around your heaviest days.
Usually not. A unit on your own driveway, yard, or fenced job site in Providence needs no City permit. You will need the City special event application for public property, including streets and parks, and food events answer to state health rules too. Your account manager can help you check.
A standard unit is compact, with a step up at the door. An ADA unit is wider, enters at ground level, and adds grab bars plus room to turn a wheelchair. City event site maps must show accessible routes, and federal standards set the floor at 5 percent of each cluster.
Weekend orders are written as three-day rentals, so Friday through Sunday usually costs about the same as one day. A standard unit averages $199 to $349, a deluxe flushing unit averages $300 to $400, and a handwashing station averages $150 to $250. Your account manager confirms the window and pickup.
Tell us about your event or project and your zip code. We'll size the order, work out where the truck can park, and give you a clear price.
Your Prime Dumpster account manager handles the details, from unit count and service schedule to permit contacts and delivery timing, so you can focus on your event or project.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Providence, Rhode Island 02909 |
| Phone: | 351-240-0400 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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