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I starting a porta potty rental business, I am working on my business plan but I want to make sure I have all my bases covered. What equipment would I need? I have a list but rather make sure i got i am well prepared.

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[–] FranVue@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Franchise Consultant Here! Great Business!

Here's a basic list of what you might need:

Portable Toilets: The core of your business, these come in various types, including standard, wheelchair-accessible, and luxury units. The number you need depends on the size how big you want your business to be.

Truck: Equipped with a tank and a pump for servicing the portable toilets. The size of the truck will depend on how many units you need to transport and service.

Waste Disposal Plan: You need a legal and environmentally responsible method for disposing of the waste collected from the toilets. This usually involves a partnership with a local waste management facility.

Cleaning Supplies and Equipment: High-pressure washers, disinfectants, deodorizers, gloves, and other cleaning supplies are essential for maintaining the toilets.

Storage Facility: A place to store your portable toilets when they're not in use, as well as your cleaning supplies and maintenance equipment.

Office Equipment and Software: Basic office supplies and software for managing bookings, customer relations, invoicing, and route planning.

Insurance: Appropriate insurance is crucial for covering your assets, employees, and operations.

Marketing Materials: This includes a website, business cards, brochures, and potentially advertising materials to promote your business.

Permits and Licenses: Ensure that you have all the necessary permits and licenses to operate a portable toilet business in your area.

Staff: If you plan to operate on a larger scale, you might need staff to help with delivery, maintenance, and customer service.

I have a few franchise opportunities in this space. Feel free to DM me for more info, or check out r/franchiseentrepreneur

[–] Top_Midnight_2225@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

Great post! My only addition is the truck will need some type of 'crane' or 'winch' on it, because you need to load and offload the potties.

I've only seen separate trucks come in to wash the potties as there's one truck to deliver / remove, and another one to clean them.

Unless you drop on/off on a fairly regular basis where cleaning will happen off site at your own facility.

[–] pinhead-designer@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

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