How much does a shower trailer rental cost in Lafayette?
Day rates for a shower trailer start around 175 dollars and can run past 2500 depending on the trailer size, number of stalls, and whether it needs a generator or a water tie-in. Weekly rentals land between 150 and 1650 dollars, and a full weekend package for an event runs 900 to 3000 dollars. If you're planning a wedding or a multi-day festival, event-length bookings for a fully appointed trailer run 2499 to 3899 dollars. Compare that against a standard porta potty at the porta potty rental cost page if you're not sure a shower trailer is even what the job calls for. For construction crews near Lafayette who mainly need toilets with a shower option added on, it's worth reading construction site services before locking in a shower unit alone. Delivery itself typically runs 100 to 500 dollars depending on distance and site access, so ask about that separately from the trailer rate. We serve Lafayette proper along with West Lafayette 7.6 miles northwest and Buck Creek 10.2 miles northeast, and delivery pricing reflects that drive.
| duration | low | typical | high |
|---|---|---|---|
| day | 175 | 800 | 2500 |
| week | 150 | 1397 | 1650 |
| weekend | 900 | 2000 | 3000 |
| event | 2499 | 3500 | 3899 |
What's inside a portable shower trailer?
Most units have individual stalls with a door, a bench, hooks, and a shower head running off an onboard or tie-in water supply. Bigger events lean toward the luxury restroom trailer option, which pairs showers with finished restrooms in one trailer instead of running two separate units. If you only need toilets and no showers, the 2 stall restroom trailer or 4 stall restroom trailer covers smaller crews without the added water hookup. For bigger crowds, the 8 stall restroom trailer handles higher traffic at festivals or fairs. Access matters here: ADA Standards section 404.2.3 sets minimum clear door opening width at 32 inches, and section 403.5.1 requires a 36 inch clear route to the unit, so tell us up front if you need an accessible stall. We can also pair a shower trailer with a handwashing station rental if your event layout needs handwashing separate from the shower stalls, which is common at county fairs and farm events around Lafayette.
Do I need a permit for a shower trailer in Lafayette?
Placement in the public right of way needs confirming with the city before delivery day, so check with Lafayette before you commit to a curbside or street-adjacent spot. On private property, most jobs move ahead without that step, but we always ask about placement before the truck rolls. Read the porta potty permit requirements page for the general rundown, since shower trailer siting follows the same logic as toilet placement. A roll-off delivery needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck, and a shower trailer needs similar room to back in and level, so a gravel driveway or open lot works better than a tight urban curb. If you're not sure your site has the clearance, the porta potty placement guide covers what we look for before we finalize delivery. For events near Stockwell, 10.7 miles southeast of Lafayette, or Americus, 12.0 miles northeast, we plan the route and clearance the same way we would for a job in town.
Why rent a shower trailer instead of a standard porta potty?
A standard unit handles toilet needs but has no shower, so any job with overnight crews, disaster relief work, or multi-day outdoor events needs a separate shower solution. Field sanitation rules under OSHA 1928.110 call for potable water and toilets for hand-labor employees at one facility per 20 workers within a quarter mile walk, and a shower trailer extends that same logic to hygiene, not just toilet access. Construction sites also fall under OSHA 1926.51(c)(1), which sets toilet counts by crew size: one facility for 20 workers or fewer, with additional units scaling up from there. None of that covers washing, though. OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) only kicks in where employees are applying paints, coatings, herbicides or insecticides, so if your crew is doing that kind of work, a shower or handwash setup isn't optional. Disaster relief crews and long-term work camps near Lafayette often combine a shower trailer with temporary power pole service and a light tower rental so the unit runs after dark. See disaster relief sanitation for how we've handled that kind of deployment before.
How many shower stalls do I need for my crew?
That depends on headcount and how many hours the crew works before showers are needed. ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 sets a baseline service interval of once weekly for up to 10 users over a 40 hour week for portable sanitation generally, and larger crews need proportionally more capacity. Check how many porta potties do i need for the toilet-side math, then call so we can size the shower trailer to match.
Can a shower trailer run without a water hookup?
Yes, most units carry an onboard tank, similar in concept to the 60 to 70 gallon holding tank on a standard portable toilet, though trailer tanks run larger to support multiple stalls. We can also tie into a site's water source if one's available, which cuts down on refill visits during a long event or job.
Is a shower trailer ADA accessible?
Not every unit is, so ask when you book if you need one. ADA Standards section 213.2 requires that at least 5 percent of clustered portable units be accessible, with a minimum of one, and section 304.3.1 calls for a 60 inch turning circle inside. See ADA accessible porta potty for how we handle accessible units generally.
How far in advance should I book a shower trailer?
Book as early as you can once you have a date, especially for weekend events or wedding season around Lafayette. Trailers with multiple stalls move fast during festival and fair season. If your event is close and you're stuck, check emergency porta potty rental to see what we can turn around quickly.
Do you deliver shower trailers outside Lafayette?
Yes, we cover Lafayette and the towns around it, including Montmorenci 13.1 miles northwest. Delivery pricing depends on distance and site access, so give us the address and we'll quote it. Visit service areas for the full list of towns we reach, or start with a request a quote if you already know your dates.
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Tell us the address, the dates and the headcount. We size the order and confirm the route.