Potable Water Skid Rentals in Alberta
Portable Potable Water Solutions for Construction, Remote Sites & Emergencies
When dependable water supply matters, The Water Bus has you covered. In addition to our trusted potable water deliveries throughout Red Deer & Central Alberta, we’re excited to introduce our Water Skid Rental Service — a rugged, mobile potable water solution designed for construction sites, remote locations, emergency response, and any application where a high-capacity water supply is essential.
Whether you’re managing a major build, setting up a remote camp, or preparing for unexpected interruptions in water access, our Water Skid puts 6,000 gallons of clean, safe drinking water right where you need it. As always, we prioritize reliability, responsiveness, and customer support — core principles that have made The Water Bus a trusted water service provider in Alberta for years.
What Is a Water Skid?
A Water Skid is a self-contained potable water station built inside a sea-can (shipping container) — fully insulated and heated to withstand Alberta’s challenging weather conditions. Inside, there is a 6,000-gallon potable water tank capable of serving large-volume needs without the hassle of repeated deliveries or external infrastructure.
The Water Skid is ideal when you require a significant reservoir of drinking water:
✔ Potable water on demand
✔ Secure, contained system
✔ Heated environment for year-round use
✔ Delivered directly by our experienced team
Who Needs a Water Skid?
Our Water Skid Rental Service is versatile and built to serve a wide range of industries and situations, including:
1. New & Renovation Construction Sites
Construction projects — especially large-scale builds — often require reliable water access for crews, dust control, concrete mixing, sanitation units, pressure washing, and more. Alberta’s fast-growing residential and commercial projects demand solutions that eliminate downtime and improve productivity. A Water Skid on-site ensures clean potable water is always available throughout the project lifecycle.
Applications include:
Multi-family residential builds
Commercial construction
Institutional projects (schools, healthcare facilities)
Exterior finishes, dust suppression, and cleaning
This service helps contractors keep crews hydrated, safety compliant, and focused on getting the job done right.
2. Remote Work Sites & Camps
Remote oilfield operations, forestry projects, pipeline builds, and logging camps regularly operate outside of municipal water networks. These locations often lack nearby potable water infrastructure — but work doesn’t stop because of that.
With a Water Skid unit on location, you get:
A portable water source that travels with your team
Consistent supply for staff camps & field operations
Reduced dependence on repeated tanker deliveries
This makes logistics planning simpler and more cost-effective across Alberta’s rural and resource-based job sites.
3. Emergency & Disaster Response
Unexpected situations — such as fire bans, water main breaks, extreme weather, or rural water system outages — require quick access to safe, drinkable water. Our Water Skid Rental Service gives municipalities, utilities, and emergency response teams a rapid deployment solution for potable water support.
For emergency planners and community responders, the Water Skid can:
Serve as temporary potable supply at distribution points
Support evacuation centres, shelters, or public facilities
Provide water during infrastructure repairs or public safety events
Having a large, mobile potable water station ready can make a significant difference in crisis response.
4. Event Support & Special Projects
Large public events, festivals, outdoor gatherings, and film production sets often need temporary potable water supply without permanent infrastructure. A Water Skid brings:
On-site bathrooms & shower support
Drinking stations for attendees or crews
Temporary catering and catering prep water supply
If your event or project requires a safe water source without tying into city water, the Water Skid is a smart solution.
How It Works — Quick, Easy, and Professional
At The Water Bus, we handle the logistics so you can focus on operations — not water supply headaches.
Step 1: Consultation & Booking
Call us to discuss your specific needs — job size, location, duration, and power capabilities. Since Water Skid units require a 240V/60A power source provided by the customer, we will help you assess site readiness and rental duration.
Step 2: Delivery & Placement
Our experienced delivery team will bring the Water Skid directly to your site. We carefully place the unit to ensure easy access and efficient connection to your power source and utility setup.
Step 3: Water Storage & Access
With 6,000 gallons of potable water inside an insulated, heated sea-can structure, your site has a dependable on-site supply. Workers or residents can access treated potable water safely and conveniently.
Step 4: Pick-Up When You’re Done
Once the project or need has concluded, we return to remove the unit — no storage hassles or ongoing infrastructure to manage.
It’s as simple as rental, delivery, service, and return.
A Water Skid is a self-contained potable water station built inside a sea-can (shipping container) — fully insulated and heated to withstand Alberta’s challenging weather conditions. Inside, there is a 6,000-gallon potable water tank capable of serving large-volume needs without the hassle of repeated deliveries or external infrastructure.
The Water Skid is ideal when you require a significant reservoir of drinking water:
✔ Potable water on demand
✔ Secure, contained system
✔ Heated environment for year-round use
✔ Delivered directly by our experienced team
Benefits of Choosing The Water Bus Water Skid
When you rent a Water Skid from The Water Bus, you enjoy benefits that set us apart from other potable water and rental providers:
✔ Large Capacity for High Demand
With a 6,000-gallon potable water reservoir, you avoid frequent refills and deliveries — especially useful for longer projects or large crews.
✔ Year-Round Reliability
Insulated, heated enclosures ensure dependable performance even during Alberta’s cold months when water freezing can be a major challenge.
✔ Reduced Coordination Burden
One delivered unit means fewer service calls, scheduling conflicts, or juggling multiple water orders over time.
✔ Expert Service & Support
We’ve been delivering potable water throughout Red Deer and Central Alberta for years — with a record of reliability that customers trust.
Common Use Cases & Alberta-Specific Applications
Here are examples of how Alberta customers benefit from Water Skid rentals:
Remote pipelines and right-of-way crews — potable water supply far from infrastructure
Oilfield service camps — crew potable stations with minimal logistics
Municipal events — outdoor celebrations needing public water access
Wildfire support staging areas — rapid potable water station during fire season
Agricultural field camps — farm crew potable water in distant areas
No matter the location or application, our team works with you to match the right Water Skid setup to your operational needs.
Pricing & How to Get Your Quote
Because locations, delivery distances, rental durations, and site requirements vary, pricing for delivery and rental rates is available by call only. We customize every quote to ensure you pay only for the services you need, without hidden fees or surprises.
Call Today for a Customized Quote:
Our service specialists will walk you through:
Delivery costs based on your site location
Rental duration rates
Power requirements and site setup advice
This ensures you’re equipped with safe, reliable water exactly when and where you need it.
Why The Water Bus? — Trusted in Central Alberta
For decades, The Water Bus has been a dependable source of potable water delivery in Red Deer and throughout Central Alberta. We serve residential, commercial, industrial, and emergency clients with a commitment to quality, responsiveness, and local service.
Now, with our new Water Skid Rental Service, we’re extending that same dedication to clients who need on-site, high-capacity potable water solutions — backed by experienced service, flexible scheduling, and Alberta-aware support you can trust.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Where do you deliver Water Skid units?
We deliver throughout Red Deer and Central Alberta. Contact us to confirm your specific service area.
Q: Do I need to be on-site for delivery?
Yes — we recommend someone meet our delivery team to confirm placement and power connection location.
Get Started with Water Skid Rental Today
Don’t let water logistics slow your project down. Call The Water Bus now for your Water Skid quote and get the most dependable potable water solution in Alberta.