In 2018, our company made a conscientious effort to elevate our commitment to safety. While we already had a strong safety culture, we wanted to take the next step by implementing a new safety program led by our new Safety Manager, Jessica Flores. We know that a safety program is only as good as the […]
Texas Outhouse was proud to provide portable toilets for the 2019 Chevron Houston Marathon in January. Our team worked closely with marathon staff members to plan for the optimal portable toilets and to ensure a quality experience for each marathon runner and supporter. When choosing portable restrooms for events, it’s important to plan ahead and […]
Porta potties have a long, interesting history starting from very specific use to now becoming part of every-day life at job sites, outdoor gatherings, and sporting events. One of the first recorded uses of a portable toilet was in England hundreds of years ago. The solution for a portable facility even extended to the Royal […]
In late December, our company enjoyed a fantastic Christmas party at our Houston facility celebrating our team and the many blessings that we enjoy. The gathering of Gainsborough Waste and Texas Outhouse team members was a fitting conclusion to one of the most rewarding years in company history. The Christmas party included recognition for employees […]
One of our company’s most popular service offerings is our luxury restroom trailers. We have supported thousands of events in the Greater Houston area by providing clean, comfortable luxury restroom trailers to patrons. Now, we are expanding our reach beyond Greater Houston to popular cities and regions throughout Texas and even across the state border […]
Gainsborough Waste and Texas Outhouse are proud to announce the hiring of our new safety manager, Jessica Flores, to build on our company’s commitment to safety. Jessica brings a decade of experience in transportation logistics to our company. In her new role, she will enhance our driver safety program and develop other safety programs to […]
Gainsborough Waste and Texas Outhouse are proud to announce that our company has won waste service contracts supporting three official government entities in the Greater Houston area. As part of a three-year, multi-million dollar deal, Gainsborough Waste and Texas Outhouse will provide official waste services for the City of Houston, Harris County, and METRO. “This […]
The effectiveness of a portable toilet is dependent on a blue chemical known as a deodorizer. The chemical found in portable toilets helps reduce the smell and spread of bacteria in the contained space. How Does the Chemical Address Smell in a Portable Toilet? The chemical acts as a deodorizer or masking agent to reduce […]
As a locally owned and operated company, Texas Outhouse is a big supporter of the Houston Astros. We are proud of the 2017 World Series champions and we are looking forward to watching the Astros in the 2018 MLB Playoffs. We are also proud that our company was commissioned to provide services at Minute Maid […]
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has set sanitation standards for providing sanitary portable toilets for workers at your job site. These recommendations can be grouped in the following categories: Adequate and readily accessible facilities Minimum requirement Proper basic functions Handwashing station Servicing schedule 1. Adequate and Readily Accessible Facilities OSHA is clear that […]
