About Us in Woburn

Tanner City Portables provides portable sanitation and site services throughout Woburn, MA, with local support for construction sites, events, and long-term projects. We understand the demands of Middlesex County job sites, winter freeze-thaw cycles, and busy corridors near Woburn Center, South Woburn, and the Cummingsville area. Our team focuses on clean units, clear communication, and on-time service that keeps your crew moving.

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Since 2008

About Tanner City Portables

Back in January 2008, Brendan O'Malley was knee-deep in snow after a brutal blizzard hit Woburn. Half the construction sites were buried, and crews couldn't access basic sanitation. That's when it clicked—someone had to keep these projects moving, no matter the weather. By spring, Tanner City Portables was up and running with three standard construction units and a beat-up pickup truck. Fast forward 16 years, and we've got a fleet of steel-harnessed units that can handle anything from a downtown high-rise to a backyard wedding in our service areas.
  • PSAI-certified since 2010—we test every ventilation stack quarterly
  • OSHA 10-Hour trained crew—safety isn't just a sticker on our trucks
  • State-permitted waste haulers—no shortcuts on disposal routes
What hasn't changed? That same urgency from day one. When your hand wash station goes missing or a tank's nearing overflow, we're the ones rolling up within two hours. Because in this business, if you're not solving problems fast, you're just part of the problem.
Tanner City Portables founder with original service truck in Woburn, MA

Locally Operated

Serving Woburn, MA with reliable portable restroom solutions.

EPA Compliant

Adheres to all EPA regulations for safe waste management.

24/7 Customer Support

Available around the clock to address service needs promptly.

Built on Reliability

Rentals Delivered
12,000+
Service Radius
50-Mile
Response Time
24-Hour

Built from Woburn jobsites, weather, and real sanitation work

We started Tanner City Portables after seeing how quickly a Woburn jobsite can stall when sanitation gets treated like an afterthought. I remember the 2008 blizzard tearing through half the active sites, burying access roads and leaving crews stuck waiting on basics. Since then, we’ve run our work the same way every day: show up prepared, place equipment with care, and keep the crew’s path clear so work can move.

Our Promise to You

We get it there fast, so you can get back to work.

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    We plan around the jobsite, not just the order

    I’ve learned that a portable toilet isn’t just equipment sitting on a lot; it’s part of how a crew keeps moving. In Woburn, I’ve watched a January site turn into a sheet of ice by noon, and the wrong placement meant extra walking, sloppy access, and wasted time. We look at grade, access, wind, and truck reach before we set anything down, because that’s what keeps the day running clean.

    Real World Example

    On a tight foundation pour, we’ll set a standard construction unit near the trailer path and pair it with a hand wash station so the crew isn’t tracking mud across the slab.

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    We keep our equipment ready for rough weather and rougher sites

    Brendan started Tanner City Portables after that brutal 2008 blizzard because he saw how fast a site can stall when sanitation gets ignored. We’ve hauled through slush, frozen ruts, and wind that wanted to lift lightweight gear right off the landing pad. That’s why we use equipment with the right lifting points, stable frames, and tank capacity that makes sense for active sites, not just pretty brochures.

    Real World Example

    When access gets tight after a storm, we’ll use a crane liftable toilet and a steel lifting harness so the delivery stays controlled from the truck to the set.

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    We take odor control and ventilation seriously

    Nobody wants to work near a unit that smells like it’s been baking in the sun. We’ve spent enough summers hauling and servicing units in heat and humidity to know that airflow, tank design, and maintenance habits matter more than gimmicks. We pay attention to the stack, the tank, and the way a unit breathes because small design choices make a big difference once the door shuts and the job keeps going.

    Real World Example

    For longer event setups, we often lean on ventilation stack design and a 60 gallon waste tank to help keep conditions manageable on site.

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    We build trust by knowing the standards and living by them

    I’ve always believed that safety knowledge isn’t a badge you wear once; it’s what guides the next pickup, the next set, and the next customer conversation. Brendan carries PSAI certification, OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification, and a State Waste Hauler Permit, and that matters because our crew works with real site rules every day. We don’t wing it around active trades or public events.

    Real World Example

    When a project needs a cleaner public-facing setup, we’ll steer people toward a ADA compliant toilet and back it up with the guidance in ADA event requirements so the layout makes sense from the start.

The team that won't let winter stop your job site

Brendan O'Malley

PSAI Certification, OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification, State Waste Hauler Permit

I've been knee-deep in portable sanitation since 2008, when a blizzard showed me how critical our work is for keeping job sites moving. Nothing teaches you faster than frozen pumps and buried units at 5AM. We've hauled through every New England winter since, learning which gaskets hold at -10°F and how to position units so plows don't bury 'em. When I'm not troubleshooting a pump or training our crew, you'll find me at PSAI workshops—because even portables deserve proper science.

Sarah Jenkins

Operations Manager | CDL Class B | Dispatch Specialist

Sarah’s the voice you’ll likely hear first; she’s been coordinating our Special Event Portable Restroom Rental schedules for nearly a decade. She creates the routing magic that keeps deliveries on time, even during peak wedding season. Off the clock, she’s an avid birdwatcher who spends her weekends hiking the local state park trails.

Reliable Portable Toilet Solutions for Woburn Jobsites

Professional rental equipment serving construction, events, and industrial projects efficiently

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Our Service Commitments

Tanner City Portables delivers reliable sanitation solutions throughout Woburn with professional standards.

Commitment Description

24/7 Availability

Emergency service calls handled promptly at any hour.

EPA-Compliant Cleaning

Units sanitized following strict environmental regulations.

ADA-Accessible Units

Wheelchair-accessible portable restrooms available on request.

Local Response Teams

Woburn-based crews ensure fast on-site service.

Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees with upfront cost breakdowns.

Construction Site Specialists

Heavy-duty units designed for job site demands.

Real Stories from Our Woburn Service Crew

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Blizzard Backup: Keeping Job Sites Accessible After Heavy Snow

Back in January 2008, a brutal blizzard slammed Woburn, blanketing half the construction sites under thick, icy snow and making them all but unreachable. I remember the biting cold and how the snow muffled the usual noise of machinery. With tight schedules and crews stuck without restroom access, projects risked costly delays just because portapotties couldn’t get through.

We deployed our all-terrain trailer and chainsaw-equipped crew within 2 hours, clearing paths through the snowdrifts to deliver fresh units. Using our OSHA-certified safety protocols, we ensured everyone stayed safe on slippery grounds. The crews got what they needed fast, and work resumed without missing a beat, keeping the project timelines intact.

Tanner City Portables saved our site from shutdown after the blizzard. Fast and reliable every time.

Mike R., Construction Manager

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Rapid Response for Sanitation When Waste Hauler Delays Hit

One sweltering summer afternoon, a waste hauler delay left a large Woburn site’s sanitation options overwhelmed. The smell was starting to build, and workers were growing restless. With temperatures rising and no backup plan, the risk of health issues and worker dissatisfaction was climbing fast.

Our crew jumped into action with extra portable units, positioning them strategically around the site for easy access. We handled waste removal with our state-permitted equipment and followed strict DEQ disposal standards. The site stayed clean and comfortable, and the crew could focus on their work without distraction.

When things got tough, Tanner City stepped up and made sure sanitation never became a problem.

Sarah L., Site Supervisor

Serving Woburn with Reliable Portable Sanitation Solutions

Tanner City Portables provides clean, compliant portable restroom services across Woburn, MA, meeting OSHA and EPA standards.

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