How we got here
Schenectady Porta Pros started because the standard porta potty business treats customers like a ticket number. We run smaller, stay local, and know the people we work for. A construction crew in Schenectady that needs an ADA accessible porta potty gets a unit that meets ADA Standards section 213.2, we don't rent out something that doesn't fit the site. When a septic tank needs pumping, we show up at the time we say we will, we pump to specification, and we explain what we found. That consistency matters on a job with a deadline and a safety checklist.
The Schenectady area has grown over the last decade, and so has the mix of work we see. Wedding and festival restroom rentals sit next to construction site services, and both need the same reliability. We've invested in equipment that works instead of equipment that looks new. A standard porta potty holds 60 to 70 gallons and sits about 44 by 48 inches on the ground, that's the unit that fits most jobs, and we keep them in stock.
What we do
Portable toilets are the first thing. We rent porta potty units by the day, week or month, and we service them one visit per week as the baseline interval, under the ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 portable sanitation service standard. Crews tell us what they need, a small construction project might need one unit, while a county fair needs several. We also rent deluxe flushable units and ADA compliant models that meet workplace standards.
Septic pumping follows. Residential septic tanks are typically pumped every 3 to 5 years, driven by tank size and household size. When the tank needs service, we pump it; when a grease interceptor reaches 25 percent of the liquid depth with fats and solids, we pump that too. We also handle holding tank rental for sites where a permanent tank doesn't exist yet.
Roll-off dumpsters come in several sizes for demolition, renovation and cleanup work. Storage containers sit on job sites or residential driveways month after month. Restroom trailers handle the job where a porta potty won't fit the client list. Temporary fencing secures the perimeter, and handwashing stations meet OSHA 1926.51(a)(1) potable water requirements and 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2) soap and towel standards where work happens.
Schenectady and the towns around it
We serve Schenectady and the nearby region. East Glenville is 5.6 miles north; Glenville sits 7.3 miles northwest. Clifton Park runs 10.1 miles northeast, Guilderland 10.3 miles south, and Troy 15.2 miles east. Call us for a quote on any job in that radius.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know Schenectady Porta Pros will actually show up?
We run a small operation. Your job is not one of five hundred. The person who quotes your work is the person who supervises it, and that person lives in Schenectady. We keep units in stock and we service on a schedule. No surprises.
What if I need a unit delivered on a Saturday or Sunday?
Weekend delivery and service cost more than a weekday rental, that's industry standard. Call us with your date and we'll give you a price. Rush delivery requests go to the front of the queue if the truck has room.
Do I need a permit to put a portable toilet on my property?
Placement in the public right of way needs confirming with the City of Schenectady, and we don't give permit advice. Call the municipality or contact us and we'll help you figure out who to ask.
What's the difference between a standard unit and a deluxe?
A standard unit is a dry toilet. A deluxe unit flushes. Deluxe costs more to rent and service, but the experience is better for a job where people expect it. Most construction sites use standard. Events and wedding rentals usually go deluxe.
How much does a porta potty rental actually cost?
Price depends on unit type, rental length and how often you need service. Daily rental costs less than weekly; weekly costs less than monthly. Call for a quote or use our cost guide to see typical ranges.
Next step
Get a delivery date
Tell us the address, the dates and the headcount. We size the order and confirm the route.