Portable Sanitation Tips & Resources | Gill’s Southern Sanitation

If you've never rented a portable toilet before, you probably have a few questions. How much does it cost? How many do you need? How far ahead should you reserve one?

We get it. Renting a porta potty isn't exactly something most people do every day.

At Gill's Southern Sanitation Service, we provide portable toilet rentals throughout Brookhaven and surrounding areas of Mississippi. We work with homeowners, contractors, event organizers, businesses, churches and others who simply need a clean, dependable restroom solution.

Here's what you should know before requesting a quote.

So, How Much Is a Porta Potty Rental in Mississippi?

There isn't one flat price that applies to every rental.

Your cost will depend on where you're located, what type of unit you need, how many you're renting, how long you'll need them and whether ongoing service is required.

A portable toilet for a Saturday afternoon event, for example, isn't the same rental as several units sitting on a construction site for the next six months.

That's why we prefer to quote rentals based on what you actually need rather than give you a number that may not apply to your situation.

When you call Gill's, having your location, date or rental period and an idea of how many people will be using the units will help us point you in the right direction.

What Affects Porta Potty Rental Prices?

A few things make the biggest difference.

The Type of Unit You Need

Not every situation calls for the same setup.

Gill's offers standard portable toilets, handicap-accessible units, construction-site portable toilets, portable hand-washing stations and holding tanks.

For a small outdoor gathering, a standard unit may be all you need. A larger public event may need multiple units along with an accessible option and hand-washing stations.

If you aren't sure what to request, that's okay. Tell us what you're planning and we'll help you figure it out.

How Many People Will Be There?

For events, guest count matters.

You don't want to pay for units you don't need, but you definitely don't want 200 guests waiting in line because there aren't enough restrooms.

We look at more than just attendance. How long the event lasts, whether food and drinks are being served and whether there are permanent restrooms nearby can all make a difference.

The same idea applies to a job site. A small residential crew and a large commercial construction project aren't going to have the same needs.

How Long You'll Need the Unit

We provide portable toilets for everything from one-time events to longer construction projects.

Short-term rentals are commonly needed for things like:

• Weddings
• Festivals
• Family reunions
• Church events
• Sporting events
• Outdoor parties
• Community events

Long-term rentals are more common for residential and commercial construction, renovations and other job sites.

If you're renting long-term, we'll also need to consider how frequently the unit needs to be serviced.

Where You're Located

Delivery location is another part of the quote.

Gill's Southern Sanitation Service is located in Brookhaven and serves communities throughout the surrounding area, including McComb, Wesson, Monticello, Hazlehurst, Crystal Springs, Magnolia, Meadville and Summit.

Have a project or event outside one of those communities? Give us a call. We can tell you whether we can service your location.

How Many Porta Potties Do I Actually Need?

This may be an even more important question than price.

And the answer is: it depends.

For an event, start with your expected attendance and how long everyone will be there. Then consider whether you're serving food or drinks and whether your venue has any existing restrooms.

An afternoon birthday party with 50 people is a completely different situation from an all-day festival with hundreds of attendees.

For construction sites, you'll want to consider the number of people working on the site and the length of the project.

Don't feel like you have to figure this out yourself. Give us the details and we'll help you determine a practical number of units for your situation.

Renting Portable Toilets for a Wedding?

Outdoor weddings are popular across Mississippi, especially at barns, family properties and rural venues. They're beautiful settings, but permanent restrooms aren't always nearby.

That's something you want to work out well before the wedding day.

Before calling for a quote, it helps to know:

• Your wedding date
• Location
• Approximate guest count
• How long the reception will last
• Whether the venue has existing restrooms
• Whether you'll need an accessible unit

And don't forget about placement. Restrooms should be convenient for guests without becoming the backdrop for every wedding photo.

Planning early gives you more flexibility.

What About Construction Sites?

Portable toilets are a little different on construction sites because they're generally needed for a longer period of time.

Gill's works with both residential and commercial construction projects throughout the Brookhaven area and surrounding communities.

When you're calling about a job site, we'll want to know approximately how many workers you have, where the project is located and how long you expect the rental to last.

From a single home build to a larger commercial project, we can help you determine a setup that makes sense for the site.

Should You Rent a Hand-Washing Station Too?

It's worth considering, particularly when running water isn't readily available.

Portable hand-washing stations can be useful at construction sites, festivals, food events, outdoor gatherings and other temporary locations.

They can also be rented alongside portable toilets, making it easier to create a more complete restroom setup.

How Far Ahead Should You Reserve?

Earlier is better.

For construction projects, you'll usually know ahead of time when your crew will need restroom facilities.

For weddings, festivals and other scheduled events, we'd recommend handling portable restrooms as part of your early planning rather than leaving them until the week of the event.

That becomes especially important when you need several units or have a large event coming up.

Need something sooner? Call us anyway. Availability changes, and we'll let you know what we can do.

Porta Potty Rental Questions We Hear Often

Can I rent a porta potty for just one day?

Portable toilets can be rented for short-term events as well as longer projects. Give us your date and location and we'll discuss the options available for your rental.

Do you deliver outside of Brookhaven?

Yes. Gill's Southern Sanitation Service serves Brookhaven and several surrounding Mississippi communities, including McComb, Wesson, Monticello, Hazlehurst, Crystal Springs, Magnolia, Meadville and Summit.

If you're nearby but don't see your town listed, call us to check your location.

Do you rent portable toilets for construction?

Yes. We provide portable toilets for residential and commercial construction sites.

Do you have handicap-accessible porta potties?

Yes. Handicap-accessible portable toilets are available. Let us know that you need an accessible unit when requesting your quote.

Can I add a hand-washing station?

Yes. Gill's offers portable hand-washing stations for events, job sites and other temporary locations.

What's the easiest way to get an accurate price?

Call us with three things: where you need the unit, when you need it and what you're using it for.

For an event, knowing approximately how many people you're expecting is helpful too.

From there, we can talk through what makes sense instead of having you guess.

Need a Porta Potty Rental in Southwest Mississippi?

Whether you're putting together an outdoor wedding, starting a construction project, planning a community event or simply need temporary restroom facilities, Gill's Southern Sanitation Service is here to help.

We're a Brookhaven-based sanitation company serving customers throughout Southwest Mississippi. Our goal is pretty simple: provide the right equipment for the job and dependable local service to go with it.

Need to know what you need or what it'll cost?

Call Gill's Southern Sanitation Service at 601-833-8972 and tell us a little about your event or project.

We proudly serve Brookhaven, McComb, Wesson, Monticello, Hazlehurst, Crystal Springs, Magnolia, Meadville, Summit and surrounding Mississippi communities.