Who We Are
We're a single-city business. That means no call center in another state and no routing your rental through a national franchise. When you call National City Porta Pros, you talk to someone who knows National City. We rent standard porta potties, deluxe flushable units, and ADA accessible toilets for construction, events, and emergencies. We also haul roll-off dumpsters, pump septic tanks, deliver storage containers, install temporary fencing, and rent restroom trailers for crews that need hot water and real plumbing. Under OSHA 1926.51(c)(1), construction sites with 20 workers or fewer need one toilet facility; sites with more workers need multiple units. We size your rental to the job. National City sits between San Diego and the Imperial Valley, and we serve the city itself plus nearby towns like Bonita, Lemon Grove, and La Presa. Most of our work is within 10 miles of National City's center.
How We Work
You call with your job details: the site address, how many people, how long you need the rental, and what you're doing. We ask whether the unit goes in public right of way or on private land, because that changes where we can place it. We deliver, you use it, we service it on a weekly schedule or more often if you need it. Service means pumping the tank, restocking toilet paper and sanitizer, and hauling out the waste. A standard unit runs weekly from around $130 to $500 depending on demand and season; daily rentals cost less per day than the weekly rate but more total. We handle restroom trailer delivery too, which takes more planning because a truck needs about 60 feet of straight clearance to drop the unit. Dumpster rentals work the same way: call with your debris type, we quote, we deliver, you fill it, we pick it up. Under 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2), handwashing requires soap and a hand drying device, not hand sanitizer alone. We rent portable handwashing stations that meet that standard. For septic pumping, a typical residential tank pumps every 3 to 5 years depending on household size and tank volume. We inspect the tank, pump it, and haul the waste to the treatment plant. We keep a service log so you know when the next pump is due.
Why National City Calls Us
We show up. We don't skip a service week because weather slowed us down or a forklift broke. We staff National City itself, not a hub 50 miles away. That means a faster response to emergency calls and the same dispatcher every time you contact us. We know the local soil (clay in some areas, sandy in others) and the local water table, which matters for portable toilet placement and septic performance. We respect job site safety rules and OSHA standards. If a construction site runs under 1926.51(c)(1) and needs ADA accessible toilets, we place the unit on stable, firm ground and confirm it's accessible to workers with mobility devices. We clean our gear between rentals because nobody wants to rent a dirty unit. Call National City Porta Pros for a quote, or ask about our service schedule if you have a standing need.
How do I know how many portable toilets I need?
Count your people. OSHA 1926.51(c)(1) requires one toilet for 20 workers or fewer, then one seat and one urinal per 40 workers from 20 up to 200 workers, then one per 50 at 200 or more. For events, add one unit per 100 guests as a starting point. Call with your headcount and we'll confirm.
Can I put a porta potty in the street or on public land?
Placement in public right of way needs confirming with the city before delivery. We can help you understand what the city allows, but you'll need to check local rules or call the city directly. On private land, you pick the spot.
What goes in a dumpster and what doesn't?
Construction debris, brush, cardboard, and drywall yes. Hazardous waste, asbestos, paint cans, batteries, and propane tanks no. Call before you load if you're unsure. We'll tell you what it costs to haul it.
How often do you service a rental?
Standard service is once weekly. Busier sites may need twice weekly or daily service. We pump the tank, restock supplies, and remove waste each visit. You pay by the week or month. Emergency service costs more and requires a phone call to schedule same-day or next-day arrival.
Do you service other towns near National City?
We serve National City and nearby areas including Bonita, Lemon Grove, La Presa, Imperial Beach, and Coronado. If you're not sure whether your address is in our service area, call and we'll tell you.
Next step
Get a delivery date
Tell us the address, the dates and the headcount. We size the order and confirm the route.