What kind of ground does a porta potty need?
A porta potty needs firm, close-to-level ground: concrete, asphalt, packed dirt, gravel or dry grass. Avoid slopes, soft mud and sprinkler heads. On a slight slope, the driver shims the base. After winter rain, a driveway is safer than a lawn.
How wide does the path need to be?
The path from the truck to the spot needs to be about 4 feet wide with no steps, since a standard unit is about 44 inches wide. Side gates under 4 feet will not fit a unit. Measure the gate opening, not the gate itself, since posts and latches take space.
How close does the service truck need to be?
The service truck needs to park within about 25 feet of the unit for weekly cleaning. The hose reaches from the street to most driveways. Units far back in a yard may need to be moved forward for service, so plan the spot with service in mind.
What else should the driver know?
Tell the driver about gate codes, dogs, parked cars, overhead wires, septic lids and buried lines. Mark the spot with tape or a cone. If nobody will be home, send a photo of the spot by text before delivery. The driver texts back a photo of the placed unit.
- Gate code or unlocked gate
- Pets inside
- Cars moved from the path
- Spot marked
- On-site phone number
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