🚽 Who Pays for Portable Toilets on a Jobsite?

A Guide for Homeowners, Contractors, and Subcontractors

Portable toilets might not be glamorous, but they’re essential to every successful construction project. Whether you're planning a full home build or a kitchen remodel, this post explains who’s responsible for providing them and why it matters.

🏗️ Why Portable Toilets Matter on Construction Sites

As a trusted home builder in Pinellas County, MDI Custom Home Builders ensures every jobsite includes clean, accessible restroom facilities. Here's why:

• ✅ OSHA Required: Per OSHA Standard 1926.51, employers must provide accessible toilet facilities for workers.

• ✅ Better Productivity: On-site toilets save time by reducing off-site bathroom breaks.

• ✅ Jobsite Sanitation: Clean facilities help prevent illness and improve worker morale.

• ✅ Professional Appearance: A clean, organized jobsite builds client trust.

💰 Who Pays for Portable Toilets?

One of the most common questions on construction projects is: “Who’s responsible for the portable toilet?”

🔨 General Contractors

Most of the time, general contractors (like us) provide and pay for portable toilets. It’s included in your project cost under jobsite setup or general conditions.

🏡 Homeowners

For smaller jobs (like a bathroom remodel), homeowners may be responsible, especially if only a subcontractor is hired. Always confirm this in your contract.

👷 Subcontractors

Typically, subcontractors are not responsible unless it’s stated in their agreement. They rely on the site already having proper sanitation.

💲 How Much Does a Portable Toilet Cost?

Toilet TypeWeekly Rental CostBest ForBasic Construction Toilet$125–$175Small or short-term projectsUnit + Handwashing Station$175–$225Medium to large crewsFlushable Deluxe Restroom$200–$300Long-term or luxury buildsCrane-Lifted Toilet (Poly Lift)$250–$400Multi-level or rooftop work

🧼 Recommended Portable Toilets

🚽 PolyJohn PJN3 Restroom (Trailer Version)

• Trailer-mounted and mobile

• Sturdy construction

• 💰 $1,991.29

🧳 P-Pod Portable Toilet (Collapsible)

• Foldable for easy storage

• Great for tight urban sites

• 💰 $1,997.00

🏗️ Poly Lift Restroom (Elevated Sites)

• Designed to be lifted by crane

• Ideal for second-story and condo projects

• 💰 $1,650.57

Portable restroom on construction site for subcontractors

📍 Serving All of Pinellas County

As a full-service custom home builder in Largo, Seminole, Clearwater, and surrounding areas, MDI Custom Home Builders handles every aspect of jobsite setup. That includes:

✔️ Portable toilet rental
✔️ Dumpster delivery
✔️ Temporary fencing
✔️ Permit acquisition and jobsite safety

🧠 Final Tips for Contractors & Homeowners

• Always include toilet rental responsibilities in your written contract.

• Confirm cleaning frequency—usually once per week.

• For crews of 10 or more, rent additional units.

• Consider adding handwashing stations for better hygiene.

• Place toilets close to entryways but away from active work zones.

✅ Build With Confidence

Planning a custom home or major renovation? Let MDI Custom Home Builders manage your jobsite setup from day one.

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📍 Based in Pinellas Park, serving Largo, Seminole, Clearwater & Tampa Bay