What do we bring for an emergency response?
Flood, power outage, storm damage: each needs a slightly different setup, but the core kit is the same. A standard unit holds a 60 to 70 gallon tank and stands about 92 inches tall, footprint roughly 44 by 48 inches, so it fits on a driveway, a parking lot, or a strip of grass behind a shelter. For crews doing debris removal or utility repair, standard porta potty rental covers the base need, and OSHA 1926.51(c) sets the ratio: one toilet for 20 workers or fewer, then one toilet and one urinal per 40 workers once you pass that number. We pair units with handwashing station rental because 29 CFR 1910.141(d)2 requires soap and towels or a hand-drying device at wash stations. Hand sanitizer alone does not satisfy that. If the response involves a shelter population rather than a work crew, we scale differently, and our portable restroom rental page walks through shelter-style counts. Where water service is down entirely, a holding tank rental or extra portable sink rental units keep a command post functional. For sites needing lighting after dark, light tower rental and temporary power pole service round out the setup, and if fencing is needed to secure a staging yard, see temporary fence rental.
How fast can you deliver during an emergency in Paterson?
Speed depends on road access and how many units you need. A roll-off or trailer delivery needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck, so a blocked street or a debris pile changes the plan. We coordinate placement the same way we would for emergency porta potty rental jobs: confirm the site, confirm the clearance, then move. For a shelter or command post that needs several units at once, an ADA accessible porta potty unit should be part of the first wave, not an afterthought. ADA Standards 213.2 require that where single-user portable units are clustered, at least 5 percent, and never fewer than one, be accessible. That unit also needs a 60 inch turning circle inside per ADA 304.3.1 and a 32 inch clear door opening per ADA 404.2.3. If the response runs long, a restroom trailer rental or a 2 stall restroom trailer gives responders something closer to a normal bathroom, with running water and lighting built in. Storm cleanup crews working across Paterson and nearby towns like Elmwood Park, 3.0 miles east, or Garfield, 4.8 miles southeast, often need units at more than one staging point, and we can split a delivery across sites in a single run.
What does emergency sanitation cost during a disaster response?
Pricing during an emergency response follows the same bands as any short-term rental, no surge markup layered on top. A standard unit runs in the same range whether it is booked for a wedding or a washout.
| unit | day | week | month |
|---|---|---|---|
| standard | $100 - $350 | $130 - $500 | $125 - $325 |
| ada | $200 - $400 | $240 - $500 | - |
| septic (pump-out) | $150 - $300 | - | - |
Delivery fees run $100 to $500 for a single-day dispatch, higher if the crew has to route around debris or flooding. If the disaster has taken out a septic system entirely, a pump-out through septic pumping service or an emergency call to emergency septic service can restore function fast, and our septic tank warning signs page explains what backups look like before they become a hazard. For agencies planning ahead of storm season, how many porta potties do i need and osha portable toilet requirements are worth reading before the call comes in, not after. General questions about placement and access are covered in porta potty placement guide and porta potty permit requirements; placement in the public right of way in Paterson still needs confirming with the city, since that rule was not verified for this page.
How many toilets does a shelter need?
It depends on population and hours of operation, not a fixed number. OSHA 1926.51(c) sets crew ratios, but a shelter is different from a job site. Call request a quote with expected headcount and we will size it, including at least one ADA unit per ADA 213.2.
Can you deliver after a flood before roads are fully cleared?
Often, yes, if there is 60 feet of clear approach behind the truck. If a street is impassable, we stage nearby and move units once access opens. Call ahead so we can plan a route around Paterson.
Do you provide handwashing stations separately from toilets?
Yes. Handwashing station rental units come with soap and towel dispensing to meet 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2). Hand sanitizer stations are available too, but they do not replace a proper wash station under that standard.
What if we need units for weeks, not days?
Monthly standard unit pricing runs $125 to $325, well below stacking daily rates. Long responses, like extended cleanup after major storm damage, usually shift to weekly or monthly billing once the timeline is clear.
Do you serve towns near Paterson too?
Yes. We regularly deliver to Hawthorne, 3.9 miles north, and Fair Lawn, 4.1 miles northeast, along with the rest of our service areas. Multi-site disaster response across several towns is something we plan for, not an exception.
Next step
Get a delivery date
Tell us the address, the dates and the headcount. We size the order and confirm the route.