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Five Factors To Consider Before Renting A Portable Restroom

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Planning events can be stressful for many reasons; from finding the right venue to selecting a caterer your guests will love. If you are hosting a larger event, portable restrooms are likely a factor as well. Luckily, our team is here to take the guesswork out of event planning. In this blog, we cover the […]

Portable Toilet Myths and Misconceptions

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As porta-potty experts, we know that portable toilet myths run rampant! If you ask anyone what they think about portable toilets, we are willing to bet it isn’t positive. Most people (us included!) have had a portable restroom experience they would rather forget. These past experiences color perceptions and have led to many porta-potty myths […]

The Benefits of Porta-Potties vs. Luxury Restroom Trailers

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The Ultimate Potty Showdown  When new customers contact us, some of the most common questions we receive are:  “Which is better for my event – a luxury restroom trailer or porta-potties?” “What makes luxury restroom trailers so special?” “Are luxury restrooms worth the extra cost?” This blog breaks down the benefits of porta-potties and luxury […]

Porta-Potty Planning – The Ultimate Guide

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Summer event planning starts now! At Kerkstra, we know portable toilets, and our team of specialists is ready to help you start planning your next big event! Are wedding bells ringing this summer? Are you hosting at an outdoor venue? Need to start booking portable restroom options for upcoming sporting tournaments? You’ve come to the […]

A Festival Safety Guide

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Festivals are full of fun, but festival safety should always be top priority! Festivals are populated with people you don’t know, and often, held in unfamiliar areas. Trust your instinct if a situation feels unsafe to you, and remember that your wellbeing is always the top priority. Your safety takes precedence over being polite or […]

Why are Porta-Potties Important for Communities?

As a portable toilet supplier, we don’t always get a whole lot of respect. The porta-potty business has a reputation for being  smelly, dirty, and not the most desirable. But without our services, public areas would be a lot less sanitary.  In this guide, we answer the question, “Why are porta-potties important for communities?” and address […]

Porta-Potties for Sporting Events: A Match Made in Heaven

We may be biased, but we definitely think porta-potties for sporting events are a match made in heaven! Hear us out on this one… Porta-Potty Use Facilitated Tailgating Culture Prior to their nationwide roll-out in the 1970s, sports spectators would need to hold it or just go outside. In those days, portable toilets of any […]

Who Invented the Porta Potty?

If you’re wondering who invented the porta potty, the answer might be more complicated than you’d imagine. A man named George Harding is credited with inventing the porta potty as we know it today. However, the concept has likely been around since at least the 1400 B.C. and oddly enough, it hasn’t changed too much […]

What Do I Need when Renting a Porta-Potty?

One of the most common questions we hear is: “What do I need when renting a porta-potty?” Find out what you’ll need to consider in terms of permits, space requirements, and access needs below! Do I Need a Permit? Not typically but there are exceptions! Many places do not require a permit or a license […]

Portable Toilets for Disasters & Emergencies

When disaster strikes or an emergency occurs, people have practical needs that need to be taken care of, like providing a place to go to the bathroom. Whether a home, business, or organization has been hit hard, portable toilets for disasters help people weather the storm. These are some of the most common emergency situations […]