Vent stackRoof vent pipe that moves air out of the cabin.DefinitionThe vent stack is the pipe on top of many porta potties. It vents odor and balances air pressure. A clogged or damaged vent makes the cabin smell worse even after a fresh pump-out.Related termsHolding tank: Sealed waste tank under a porta potty.Porta potty: A porta potty means a portable toilet rented where permanent plumbing is unavailable.Odor control: Practices that keep portable restrooms from smelling.Related guidesWhat’s Inside a Porta Potty? Anatomy, Blue Liquid & SinksDo Porta Potties Smell? How to Keep Them Fresh