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How many porta potties for 100 guests at a four-hour party?

Nina R.asked 0 viewsHow Many UnitsHow manyGuest countBackyard partyAda complianceStandard unit

We're throwing a 40th anniversary party for my parents at a barn venue. The barn has no indoor plumbing. There will be 100 guests, the party runs from 4pm to 8pm, and we're serving a catered dinner with beer and wine. The rental company says they can drop the units on the gravel pad behind the barn, and their truck can get right to it.

I'm trying to finalize the order and need to get the count right. I know we need at least one ADA-compliant portable toilet. For the rest, should we go with a few standard units or upgrade to a couple of deluxe units? How many total units should we rent for a four-hour event with alcohol?

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Hector V.Phoenix, AZ

Order three portable toilets total for 100 guests at a four-hour party with alcohol. That is one ADA-compliant portable toilet and two standard or deluxe units. The event planning guideline starts at about one unit per 50 to 75 people for four hours. You add units for alcohol, a catered dinner and a crowd that is likely split evenly between men and women. The ADA 5 percent cluster rule means your group of three units needs at least one accessible unit.

Upgrading to deluxe units with a flushing toilet and sink is a comfort choice. It adds to the rental cost but may be appreciated for a celebration. A standard unit is the basic, functional option. For a four-hour event, weekly service is enough. The rental company will deliver them clean and full of deodorizer.

Confirm the gravel pad is level and that the rental company has clear truck access for placement and pickup. With three units placed together, you meet the guideline and the ADA rule.

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