# Portable Toilets, Showers & Buildings

## Questions

### What type of Port-a-loo do I need to get?

Port-A-Loo stock a variety of units for different situations and events, to determine which unit is best for you depends on a number of factors:

- What type of event are you having i.e. for a younger crowd a standard event toilet is fine, for a corporate event a deluxe unit would be better
- Male to Female Ratio i.e. Generally speaking women want nicer toilet facilities and may need more Port-A-Loos than male quests.
- Budget
- Access to your venue

If you are unsure of which unit would suit your event or venue best, please don’t hesitate contact one of our staff who would be more than happy to help you out.

### Are there any restrictions that will dictate what type of unit I can hire?

When you are making your booking we will ask you a variety of questions that may determine if your it is possible to put your choosen unit in place. Please consider the following:

- Driving /delivery access to where you want the toilet to go.
- Are there sharp turns or bends to get the toilet in place?
- Is there a steep, soft paved or muddy driving access to your venue?
- Are there any other obstacles to get your toilets in place

We are happy to do a site visit so we can handle problems before they arise. If you have any concerns, please ask our staff when booking.

### What dimensions are the port-a-loos?

The standard unit size is 1200mm wide and 2100mm high. However we do have different units for various situations. You can find out more about dimensions on our [product pages](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/events-and-portables.md) or contact one of our [customer service staff.](https://www.hirepool.co.nz/events-and-portables/contact-events.md)

### How long can I hire a port-a-loo for?

Port-a-loos can be hired for any period from one day, over night, weekends or in some cases years.

### Do we need to have running water available?

No, water is required for the units holding tank, replenishing the water is done by Port-a-Loo as part of the service.

### Where can my port-a-loo be located?

Our service trucks require clear access to the unit, and must be able to get within 10 meters of each port-a-loo to service.

Our service staff will make all reasonable attempts to service the unit(s). If the unit is not serviced or partially serviced due to being blocked, unreachable or behind locked gates etc you may request us to return to the site prior to your next scheduled route day for an additional fee.

### How and when is my port-a-loo serviced?

Each unit is serviced weekly on a designated week day that one of our specialised pump trucks are in your area.
Port-a-loo servicing involves the following steps:

1. Evacuate the holding tank.
2. Remove debris
3. Water blast and clean the walls, urinal, seat and floor.
4. Add fresh water and chemical solution to tank.
5. Replace urinal cake (as needed)
6. Replenish supplies. (replace toilet paper, hand sanitiser)

### How soon can I get my port-a-loo delivered?

Generally we can deliver in 24 hours. If a unit is needed immediately we do offer an emergency service.

### Is toilet paper supplied?

Yes, toilet paper, hand sanitizer or soap, water and paper towels are supplied and included in your rental hire cost.

### Can I get additional services for my unit if I wish?

Yes, for an additional fee extra servicing can be carried out on your Port-a-loo unit.

### How many port-a-loo’s do I need for my building site?

Under normal circumstances one toilet will accommodate up to 10 workers per 40 hour work week.

### How many port-a-loo’s do I need for my special event?

There are many different scenarios that affect unit numbers, the obvious one being number of attendees. Other considerations are:

- drinks comsumption,
- event duration
- ratios of men and woman.

Source: https://www.hirepool.co.nz/help/portable-toilets-showers-buildings