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ADA porta potty rental in Erie: wheelchair-accessible units
Looking for an ADA porta potty rental in Erie? Our wheelchair-accessible unit has a ground-level door, grab bars and room to turn a wheelchair inside.
- Your location
- Accessible units go anywhere in Erie, Crawford and Warren counties. Needs a flat, firm 8 x 8 ft spot the truck can reach.
- Arrival
- Order by 11 a.m., Mon–Sat, and the accessible unit arrives the same day in the Erie core zone.
- Which unit
- Right for every public event cluster, ground-level entry with a 60-inch turning space.
- Cleaning
- Weekly pump-out, scrub of seat and grab bars, and restock on monthly rentals.
- Full cost
- From $225 per event or $245 per 28 days. Add $49 core-zone delivery and 6% PA tax.
What makes this porta potty wheelchair-accessible?
The wheelchair-accessible porta potty has a ground-level entry with no step, a door about 36 inches wide, grab bars and a 60-inch turning circle inside. The unit is built to the 2010 ADA turning-space dimensions per the manufacturer. A person in a wheelchair can roll in, turn around and close the door.
| Spec | Wheelchair-accessible unit (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Outside footprint | About 7.5 ft x 7.5 ft |
| Entry | Ground level, no step |
| Door width | About 36 in |
| Turning space | 60-inch circle inside |
| Grab bars | Yes, beside the toilet |
| Water or power | None needed |
| Ground needed | Flat, firm spot about 8 x 8 ft |
Sizes are approximate. Turning-space dimensions are as stated by the manufacturer.
Need an accessible unit for your event?
Tell Shawn where the unit will sit and the path to it. He will check the ground and the truck access before delivery day.
How many wheelchair-accessible porta potties does an event need?
An event needs at least one wheelchair-accessible porta potty in every cluster of units. Under the 2010 ADA Standards, §213.2 says at least 5% of portable toilets in each cluster must be accessible where toilets are provided. For most Erie events, 5% rounds up to one accessible unit per group of up to 20.
A cluster is a group of units set together, such as a row behind the pavilion. If your event has two rows at opposite ends of a field, each row needs its own accessible unit.
Read the rule yourself in the 2010 ADA Standards, section 213.2. The event organizer is responsible for meeting it, so ask your venue or township if you are unsure.
For the rest of the count, use the porta potty calculator. A 150-guest wedding with 7 units needs 1 of them to be accessible.
Will a wheelchair-accessible unit fit through my gate?
A wheelchair-accessible unit will not fit through a standard 4-foot gate. The unit is about 7.5 feet wide and 7.5 feet deep, so it needs a driveway-width opening and a truck that can reach the spot. A double gate, an open lot or a driveway is the usual answer for a wheelchair-accessible unit.
Pick the spot with the user in mind, not just the truck. A wheelchair needs a firm, level route from the parking area or the tent to the door.
Grass is fine when it is short, dry and firm. Gravel, soft mulch and wet Erie lawns are hard to roll across. A row of plywood sheets helps on a soggy field.
Erie winter note. A ground-level door only helps if the path is clear. In lake-effect season, plow or shovel a wide path right to the door, and keep the unit away from roof drip lines where ice forms. Every winter unit gets a non-freezing brine charge in the tank.
How much does an ADA porta potty rental cost in Erie?
An ADA porta potty rental in Erie starts at $225 for an event and $245 per 28 days with weekly cleaning. One event price runs from drop-off to pickup, up to 4 days. Round-trip delivery and pickup costs $49 in the Erie core zone. Prices are before 6% PA sales tax.
| Rental length | Starting price | What is included |
|---|---|---|
| Event (up to 4 days) | From $225 | Delivered clean and stocked, picked up next business day. |
| Monthly (28 days) | From $245 | Weekly pump-out, scrub of seat, grab bars and touch points, restock. |
| Extra service visit | $45 per unit | For long or busy events. |
| Delivery and pickup | $49 core zone | One charge per order, shared with your other units. |
The accessible unit is a bigger unit to build, haul and clean, so it costs $60 more than a standard event unit. On an order of 3 or more units, the 10% discount applies to it too. Full breakdown in the porta potty rental cost guide.
Who should rent a wheelchair-accessible porta potty?
Anyone running a public event in Erie should rent at least one wheelchair-accessible porta potty. Parks, church picnics, festivals, races and school events all draw guests with wheelchairs, walkers or strollers. Jobsites and private parties also rent a wheelchair-accessible porta potty when a worker or a family member needs step-free access.
The extra room helps more people than wheelchair users. Parents changing a toddler, older guests who need a grab bar, and anyone with a cane all use the accessible unit.
For a large crowd, see festival porta potty planning. For a smaller gathering, see party and event porta potties.
Accessible unit or standard porta potty: what is the difference?
An accessible unit has a ground-level entry, a 36-inch door, grab bars and a 60-inch turning space. A standard porta potty has a 24-inch door and no turning room, so a wheelchair cannot get in. The accessible unit takes about four times the ground space and starts $60 higher per event.
| Feature | Wheelchair-accessible | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Door width | About 36 in | About 24 in |
| Entry | Ground level, no step | Not built for wheelchairs |
| Inside room | 60-inch turning circle, grab bars | Seat and urinal, no turning room |
| Footprint | About 7.5 x 7.5 ft | About 44 x 47 in |
| Event price | From $225 | From $165 |
| Monthly price | From $245 | From $185 |
When is the wheelchair-accessible unit the wrong choice?
The wheelchair-accessible unit is the wrong choice when the only spot is a narrow side yard, a slope or soft ground the truck cannot reach. The wheelchair-accessible unit also has no sink, so pair it with a handwashing station when food is served. For a reception that needs a flush, add flushing units beside it.
Wheelchair-accessible porta potty questions
These answers cover what organizers want to know before renting a wheelchair-accessible porta potty in Erie: the ADA wording, cost, placement, sinks and how many to order. Each answer gives the short version first. If a guest has a specific need, call Shawn and describe it before you book.
Is this an ADA porta potty?
The unit is wheelchair-accessible and built to the 2010 ADA turning-space dimensions per the manufacturer. Whether a whole event or site meets the ADA also depends on the path, the ground and the setup, which the organizer controls. That is why we describe the unit by its features.
Why does the handicap unit cost more than a standard one?
The accessible unit is about four times the size of a standard unit. It takes more room on the truck and more time to set and clean. The difference is $60 per event and $60 per 28 days at the starting rates.
Does the accessible unit have a sink?
The accessible unit does not include a sink. Pair it with a handwashing station, from $115 per event. Set the station on the same firm, level ground so a wheelchair user can reach it.
Can I swap one of my standard units for an accessible one?
A swap is easy with 24 hours notice before delivery, as long as the spot fits an 8 x 8 ft pad. You pay the difference in the unit price. Call Shawn so he can confirm the truck can reach the new spot.
Can the accessible unit go on grass at a park?
An accessible unit can go on short, firm, dry grass. Avoid low spots that hold water after rain. For events at Presque Isle State Park, get permission from the park office first, since DCNR runs the park.
Book a wheelchair-accessible unit
Call Shawn or send the form. Tell him the spot and the route to it, and he will plan the drop.
Get your itemized quote
Fastest way: call Shawn. You get the price, the delivery day and the total on one call.
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