How much does portable toilet hire cost? In the UK, a standard site toilet costs from around £75 per month including weekly servicing. Delivery and collection typically adds £120 to £180 depending on distance. Luxury toilet trailers for weddings and events range from £300 to £750 per hire. The exact price depends on your location, hire duration, number of units, and how often they need servicing.
Portable toilet hire pricing can feel opaque because most companies quote on a job-by-job basis. This guide breaks down the main cost brackets so you know roughly what to expect before you pick up the phone.
Portable Toilet Hire Prices by Unit Type
Different types of portable toilet serve different needs, and the prices reflect that. Here is what you can expect to pay across the main categories in 2026.
Standard Site Toilets
A standard portable toilet for a construction site starts from around £75 per month. This includes weekly servicing - emptying the waste tank, refilling fresh water, restocking toilet rolls and hand sanitiser, and cleaning all surfaces. Most hire companies include servicing as standard because it is a legal requirement under CDM 2015 to keep site welfare facilities clean and maintained.
For sites with larger teams, you may need multiple units. The HSE recommends one toilet per 7 workers, so a 20-person site would need at least three units. Volume discounts usually apply when hiring multiple toilets for the same site.
Event and Weekend Hire
Short-term hire for parties, garden events, and small gatherings typically costs from around £120 for a weekend. This usually covers Friday delivery and Monday collection, with the unit arriving fully stocked and cleaned. For events lasting longer than a weekend, weekly rates apply instead.
The number of units you need depends on guest count and event duration. As a general guide, plan for one toilet per 100 guests for events lasting 6-8 hours. If alcohol is being served, add 20% extra capacity.
Accessible Portable Toilets
Accessible portable toilets with wheelchair ramps, grab rails, and lowered fixtures start from around £45 per week. These units are larger than standard portables and meet BS 8300 requirements for disabled access. Events and construction sites are legally required to provide accessible facilities where reasonably practicable.
Welfare Units
Welfare units start from around £180 per week. These are self-contained towable cabins that combine a flushing toilet, canteen area, drying room, and hot running water in one unit. They meet all HSE and CDM 2015 welfare requirements for construction sites and are the most practical option for any project that needs more than just basic toilet facilities.
Welfare units include an on-board diesel generator and fresh water tank, so they work on sites with no mains power or water connection. Weekly servicing is included.
Luxury Toilet Trailers
Luxury toilet trailers for weddings and events range from £300 to £750 per hire. These trailers include flushing toilets, hot running water, mirrors, interior lighting, and climate control. They provide multiple cubicles in one unit, often with separate facilities for men and women.
The wide price range reflects differences in trailer size, number of cubicles, and hire duration. A smaller trailer for a 50-person wedding costs less than a large multi-cubicle unit for a 200-guest celebration.
What Affects the Price?
Delivery Distance
Delivery is one of the biggest variables in portable toilet hire pricing. The further your site is from the hire company's depot, the more the transport costs. Choosing a local provider rather than a national chain usually means shorter delivery distances and lower transport charges.
Hire Duration
Longer hires get better rates. A six-month construction contract will have a much lower weekly rate than a single weekend event hire. If you know your project timeline upfront, booking for the full duration usually gets the best price.
Servicing Frequency
Weekly servicing is included as standard on most hires. However, busy sites with large teams or high-footfall events may need twice-weekly or daily servicing. Each additional service visit adds to the cost, but it keeps units clean and functional.
Number of Units
Hiring multiple units for the same site or event usually attracts volume discounts. It is worth asking for a package price rather than pricing each unit individually.
Time of Year
Peak demand during summer wedding season and festival months (May to September) can affect availability and pricing. Booking early for summer events helps secure the best rates.
What Should Be Included in the Price?
A reputable hire company should include the following in every quote with no hidden charges:
- Delivery to your site or venue
- Collection after your hire period ends
- Weekly servicing (for hires longer than one week)
- Waste disposal
- Toilet rolls, hand sanitiser, and soap
If a quote does not include servicing or waste disposal, ask what those cost separately. Some companies advertise low headline rates then add service charges on top. The all-inclusive price is the one that matters.
How to Get the Best Value
Book for the full project duration upfront rather than extending month by month. Talk to a local provider who covers your area - shorter delivery distances mean lower transport costs. Get your unit count right from the start so you are not paying for rushed additional deliveries later.
For construction sites, consider whether a welfare unit makes more sense than multiple standard toilets plus separate washing and canteen facilities. Combining everything in one unit often works out cheaper and simpler.
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