As porta-potty experts, we know that portable toilet myths run rampant! If you ask anyone what they think about portable toilets, we are willing to bet it isn’t positive. Most people (us included!) have had a portable restroom experience they would rather forget. These past experiences color perceptions and have led to many porta-potty myths and misconceptions. At Kerkstra, we are here to set the record straight! Listed below are the most common portable toilet myths we’ve heard over the years.  Myth 1: Porta-Potties Are Not Clean Dirty porta-potties are usually the result of poor mainten ..read more

There’s nothing worse than having too few restrooms at an event. Long lines for the bathroom can leave even the cheeriest guests feeling disgruntled and make your event memorable for all the wrong reasons. However, you also don’t want to over-book restrooms, spending way more money than needed. So what’s the solution? A thorough event planning process! If you understand the details well, estimating the correct number of restrooms is much easier. To get you started, we have developed a list of areas to consider when planning portable restrooms for an event. Event Logistics The number of porta-p ..read more

Are you looking at portable restroom services for your next event? If so, you’ve probably done plenty of research to compare offerings, prices, and availability. One of the biggest questions you likely still have is: which supplier provides the cleanest toilets and the best overall service? In this blog, we cover the four traits to look for in elite portable restroom suppliers that set industry leaders apart from the rest. Professionalism From the first interaction, your portable restroom supplier should communicate and present themselves professionally. From an up-to-date website to event pla ..read more

A Christmas party outdoors? In Michigan?! It’s possible! Planning an outdoor Christmas party is not just for people in warm weather regions. Snow dwellers can plan outdoor winter parties, too! From bonfires to heated patios, outdoor holiday parties can be memorable occasions. Check out our top three tips for planning an outdoor party of your own this season! Choose a Theme or Activity One of the best ways to create a successful outdoor party is to choose a theme or fun winter activity. Some of our favorite ideas include:  A bonfire with a smores bar (or hot dogs or walking tacos…the food ..read more

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) introduced GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) in 1998 to minimize the risk of food contamination by growers and packers and improve overall food safety. GAP aims to ensure the quality and safety of produce by eliminating opportunities for food contamination. Learn more in our blog, Renting GAP-Compliant Restrooms.  GAP regulates the sanitary use of restrooms and handwashing protocols by growers, pickers, and processors. Four main areas set GAP solutions apart from traditional portable toilets. These include: Access Regular porta-potties ..read more

As West Michigan’s premier portable toilet supplier, we rent GAP-compliant restrooms to area farms. Our agricultural porta-potties come fully stocked with everything your farming operation needs to ensure GAP practices are followed. What is GAP? GAP stands for Good Agricultural Practices, and as the name would imply, it outlines a set of best practices for growers and handlers to minimize food contamination. These practices include following sanitation protocols after eating or using the bathroom, water testing, field sanitation, packaging sanitation, and other measures. While GAP specificatio ..read more

The Ultimate Potty Showdown  When new customers contact us, some of the most common questions we receive are:  “Which is better for my event – a luxury restroom trailer or porta-potties?” “What makes luxury restroom trailers so special?” “Are luxury restrooms worth the extra cost?” This blog breaks down the benefits of porta-potties and luxury trailers so you can make the best decision for your event. Let’s dive into the ultimate potty showdown: porta-potties vs. luxury restroom trailers.  Porta-Potties Affordability The main advantage of renting porta-potties is the cost. They ..read more

While summer is typically our busiest season, Kerkstra helps organizations and families host events and parties all year long! Some of our most commonly booked events include:  Weddings Wedding season is a really busy time of the year for us. Our luxury portable restrooms traverse the entire state from May to September for weddings at barns and farms, backyards, beaches, and local parks. Our luxury restrooms are designed to match the elegance of any event. They feature multiple interior style options, running water, A/C, heating, and lighting, While typically used for outdoor wedding ..read more

Your wedding day should be one of the greatest days of your life. Without proper planning, however, a wedding can quickly turn from bliss to disaster. Don’t let your wedding be remembered for all the wrong reasons! Before you say “I do”, make sure to plan ahead and avoid these five common wedding day disasters. Lost Guests It can be extremely stressful if a family member or group of wedding guests becomes lost on their way to the wedding venue or reception. An easy way to avoid travel calamity is to provide a map with clear directions ahead of time on your wedding website, invitation, or as a ..read more

Hosting an outdoor music event soon? Kerkstra has you covered! From single concerts to week-long music festivals and ongoing concert series, we have a large variety of options to ensure that your event goes smoothly. Most concert goers simply expect to see a long line of standard porta potties. At Kerkstra, we are also able to provide luxury trailer options that feature running water, lighting, and multiple stalls. Selecting the right type and amount of restrooms is important for reducing bathroom wait times and increasing event satisfaction. Additional ways that luxury portable restrooms can ..read more