Event planning, charity organizing, and job site management are all tough jobs. You need to juggle, choose, and plan a lot, and we want to make sure you put your best foot forward when your project comes to fruition.
While you have managed all of the more fun aspects of your project, we put together a helpful guide to renting restroom trailers so you can save time and be confident in your rental decisions. Here are the five best questions to ask before signing for a bathroom trailer rental so your event goes off without a hitch.
1. What’s Your Budget?
This is a constant question for any event planner or business owner, and for good reason. Setting up a budget for any activity or workspace helps narrow down available options, making decisions more manageable when putting your card down. There is a wide range of options available for many budgets, so don’t be afraid that your budget won’t accommodate a rental. Remember, everyone needs to use the bathroom at some point, so setting aside adequate funds for the proper facilities is essential.
Additionally, check in with the rental provider you are interested in and see their payment terms. Asking what fees are associated beyond the listed rental costs can help prevent hidden costs from taking you by surprise and blowing your budget away.
2. How Many People Will Use Them?
This question will help you understand how many units you need or even if you need more than one trailer. The best way to answer this question is to look at the guest list and the trailers available in your price range.
For reference, a single unit with one sink, one urinal, and one toilet is listed as being able to serve 125 guests. In other words, the tank can hold 125 people's worth of flushes. Now, you should note that a long line may develop if one toilet is used for a guest list that wide. When contacting the rental company, ask how many units they recommend for your guest list. This may help you decide just how big the trailer you rent needs to be or how many trailers you get.
3. What is Included in the Rental?
Different services may be available depending on who you rent with or what type of trailer you rent. It is essential to understand what to expect from your company, so you know that you are getting your money's worth. Will your trailer(s) be delivered to your site, or will you need to find a way to transport yourself? Will you be tasked with the cleaning and waste removal, or will your rental company take care of that? These services, whether included or not, are important to know because they will help you decide whether the specific rental you are looking at is worth the cost.
4. How are the Tanks Emptied?
Yes, this question is similar to the last, but it is so important that we need to give it its own special section. A mobile restroom trailer rental provides a convenient place for all your guests to access proper bathroom facilities, but what happens at the end of the day is on you. Especially if you have a multi-day rental, you need to know how the waste from trailer tanks will be handled.
Proper waste handling is essential to the health and safety of your employees, guests, and the environment. Understanding your responsibilities before you rent your trailer(s) ensures that you aren’t caught out with another job at the end of your day, one that you may be unprepared to handle without prior preparation. When looking for a portable restroom trailer rental, check whether the company you are renting from will handle a full tank or if that responsibility is yours.
5. When is Your Rental Company Available?
Some companies are available 24/7 for any help or issues that might arise with your trailer, while others are only available within working hours. If your event is somewhere within the nine-to-five grind, a company with traditional hours may be just fine. However, if you plan to use your trailer(s) at night or over weekends and holidays, having a company available whenever you need assistance may be helpful. Check in with your trailer provider to see when they can offer you support.
This is also an excellent time to ask the rental company what other perks come with choosing them. Some may offer trailer monitoring apps, bulk rental discounts, resource videos to help set your trailer up perfectly for your event, and more. Have your list of questions prepared, and you’ll quickly be able to identify the best rental companies for your events.
