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Planning Porta Potties for a Potsdam Graduation Party
Clarkson, SUNY Potsdam, St. Lawrence University and SUNY Canton all graduate in May, and area high schools follow in June. That makes the same few weekends the busiest of the year for party rentals.
When should I book a porta potty for a May graduation party?
Book a graduation-party porta potty three or more weeks before a May commencement weekend. Those weekends fill in order of calls, because every college family in Potsdam and Canton is planning at once. High school parties in June have more room, but two weeks ahead is still safe.
How many porta potties does a graduation party need?
A graduation party needs 1 porta potty per 50 guests for every 4 hours. A 60-guest open house from 1 to 5 PM needs 2 units. A 120-guest party running 5 hours needs 3. If there is a keg or a bar, add 1 more. Add a hand-wash station when food is served.
| Guests | 4-hour party | 6-hour party |
|---|---|---|
| 40 | 1 | 2 |
| 80 | 2 | 3 |
| 120 | 3 | 4 |
| 200 | 4 | 6 |
Where should the units go at a backyard graduation party?
Put graduation-party units at the edge of the yard, 50 to 100 feet from the food tent and downwind, on level ground near the driveway. Face the doors toward the party so guests find them. Add a lantern at the door if the party runs past sunset.
Is a flushing unit worth it for a graduation party?
A flushing unit with a sink is worth it when grandparents and family friends are the main guests. It looks and feels closer to a home bathroom, and the sink saves a separate hand-wash station. For a casual student party, standard units do the job.