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A portable generator, 7,000-8,000 watt, rests on the grass to provide power for string lights and chandeliers at an elegant, outdoor tented wedding reception

Restrooms & power rental · Chicago

Generator, 7,000-8,000 watt

Rent a Generator, 7,000-8,000 watt in Chicago and the suburbs for $256.30 each. Runs string lights, a DJ and a few caterer's warmers. Delivery, setup and pickup are added to the same itemized quote, and the quote is free. We book it with a vetted Chicago-area rental company.

$256.30each, one event day
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Delivered and set up: about $686 for 1 unit

Rental (1 × $256.30)
$256.30
Delivery & pickup (est., depends on distance and stairs)
$300
Setup & teardown (est.)
$75
Damage waiver (10%)
$25.63
Sales tax (Chicago rate, suburbs lower)
$28.90

Delivery is one charge per order, so it shrinks per item as your list grows. Your proposal confirms every fee for your venue. Nothing is charged until you approve it.

Prices are based on local rental companies' published rates plus our booking fee. Your final quote is confirmed by the rental company for your date and venue. Rental company? Correct or remove your listing.

Specs
Portable generator, fuel extra
Category
Restrooms & power
Delivery
Across Chicago & suburbs

The piece itself

Generator, 7,000-8,000 watt on its own

A closer look at a single piece, so you can see its shape, finish and colour. The plain render is built from the rental’s real dimensions.

This portable generator, 7,000-8,000 watt provides reliable power for overhead string lights and chandeliers at an elegant evening wedding reception adorned with lush floral pillars and glowing candles
Portable generator, 7,000-8,000 watt on its own
Portable 7,000-8,000 watt open-frame generator with a red fuel tank, wheels and fold-out handle, for tent lighting and catering power, standing on a herringbone oak floor against a cream plaster wall (photorealistic visualization)
Portable generator, 7,000-8,000 watt

Real event photos

Restrooms & power at real events

Example photos of restrooms & power at real events. Ask us for a photo of this exact item when you request a quote.

Portable restroom on a field: example event photo for Generator, 7,000-8,000 watt rentals in Chicago (photo by Julien Maculan on Unsplash)Example photo
Portable restroom on a field. Photo by Julien Maculan on Unsplash
Blue portable restroom among trees: example event photo for Generator, 7,000-8,000 watt rentals in Chicago (photo by Turquo Cabbit on Unsplash)Example photo
Blue portable restroom among trees. Photo by Turquo Cabbit on Unsplash

Quantity & cost

Cost at a glance

Rental cost for common quantities at $256.30 each.
QuantityQtyCost
1 unit1$256.30
2 units2$512.60
3 units3$768.90
4 units4$1,025.20

Planning tips

Getting restrooms & power right

  1. 1

    Count units

    About 1 restroom per 50 guests for 4 hours; add 20% if serving alcohol and an ADA unit.

  2. 2

    Hand washing

    Add a hand-wash station for every 2-3 restrooms if no sinks are nearby.

  3. 3

    Power load

    Add up the watts of lights, heaters, sound and catering; size the generator 20% above the total.

  4. 4

    Placement

    Restrooms need level ground and truck access; generators go downwind and away from guests.

Questions

Generator, 7,000-8,000 watt rental FAQs

How much does it cost to rent a Generator, 7,000-8,000 watt in Chicago?

$256.30 each for one event day. Delivery and pickup (usually $150-$400 per order), setup, a damage waiver (about 10%) and sales tax are added for your venue, so a delivered order typically costs 35-60% more than the rental rates alone. Multi-day rentals are quoted on request.

Can you deliver a Generator, 7,000-8,000 watt to my venue?

Yes. We arrange delivery, setup and pickup anywhere in Chicago & suburbs, including Evanston, Oak Park, Oak Brook, Schaumburg, Naperville and nearby towns. Tell us about stairs, elevators or load-in windows and we include them in the quote.

How far ahead should I reserve?

For May to October weekends, reserve 2-4 months ahead; tents, specialty chairs and dance floors go first. For other dates, 2-4 weeks is usually enough. Your quote holds nothing until you approve it.

How many portable restrooms do I need for 100 guests?

Two standard units for a four-hour event, three if alcohol is served, plus a hand-wash station. A restroom trailer with 2-3 stalls covers about 100-150 guests.

What size generator do I need for a tent wedding?

Add up the watts of everything you will run (string lights, DJ, caterer's warmers, fans or heaters) and add 20%. Most 100-guest tents need about 7,000-10,000 watts; a vendor sizes it for you.

How it compares

Generator, 7,000-8,000 watt vs similar restrooms & power

At $256.30 each, the generator, 7,000-8,000 watt is number 15 of 18 in our restrooms & power range by price, which runs from $12.10 to $1,650. For less, consider hand-wash station ($228.80) or ada accessible restroom ($247.50). One step up: large portable generator ($273.90) or generator, 20 kw towable ($495).

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