A&M Portables, Inc.

06/10/2026

🚧 Construction Update! 🚧

Progress along St. Louis street is moving ahead, with this plaza (anchored by Greer's) slated for completion in the coming months. We love seeing the occurring in lately - keep an eye out for our units scattered at projects throughout the city and region!

Work is underway at a new Greer’s Ace Hardware/liquor store at 251 St. Louis St., starting with the installation of a new sprinkler system. The 8,105-square-foot building will be divided into two retail spaces. Unit B will house the Ace Hardware, featuring a 6,364-square-foot renovation and a 611-square-foot addition. Unit A will be built out as a 1,741-square-foot liquor store.

06/06/2026

🛕 Skyscraper for Sale! 🛕

Change is coming to a major intersection in the Port City! The Merchant's Plaza building has hosted some of the city's most successful businesses over the years. We're excited to see what becomes of this historic landmark!

MERCHANTS PLAZA FOR SALE
One of Downtown Mobile's most prominent historic buildings has been placed on the market.

Merchants Plaza, a mixed-use property at the corner of St. Joseph and St. Francis streets, is being offered for sale with an asking price of $11.9 million. The property contains approximately 181,001 square feet.

Originally developed in 1929 as the region's first true skyscraper, the building later underwent a multimillion-dollar adaptive reuse project that preserved its historic character while modernizing the property for residential and commercial use.

According to marketing materials, Merchants Plaza includes luxury multifamily residences and Class A commercial tenants. The residential units feature amenities such as polished concrete flooring, exposed brick, high ceilings and other upgraded interior finishes.

The listing states that the apartment component maintains strong occupancy levels and premium rental rates, while the commercial portion is occupied by long-term tenants that include regional law firms, a financial institution and a national telecommunications provider.

Those commercial tenants generate nearly $1 million in annual rental revenue, according to the offering materials.

The property is being marketed as a debt-free investment opportunity with multiple income streams and the potential for additional development. Marketing materials also highlight the building's location in the heart of Downtown Mobile, within walking distance of cultural institutions, government offices, restaurants, entertainment venues, hospitality destinations and waterfront attractions.

The sale is being handled by Steven McMahon of Inge & Associates Inc.

06/04/2026

**The John for June!** ☀️🚻

Summer heat is here, and so are the crowds, crews, and outdoor gatherings. Keep your event or job site running smoothly with clean, serviced, and ready-to-go portable restrooms from A&M Portables.

During the hottest time of the year, cleanliness and availability matter more than ever. Whether you’re planning a summer event, managing a busy job site, or hosting an outdoor gathering, we’ll help make sure your guests and crew have reliable restroom access when they need it.

✅ Clean units
✅ Reliable service
✅ Ready for summer events, job sites, and gatherings

Reserve your portable restroom today with A&M Portables!

05/27/2026

Any Project, Any Season

No matter the weather, the job, or the timeline, A&M Portables is ready to support your site with dependable portable restroom solutions.

From construction projects to outdoor events, we help keep crews, guests, and job sites moving comfortably through every season.

Need portable restrooms for your next project? Contact A&M Portables today.

05/26/2026

**Short Week, Long Commitments**

Yesterday, we paused for Memorial Day to honor the men and women who gave everything for our country.

Today, it’s back to work. Even when offices close, construction never stops.

Summer heat does not make the job any easier, but it does make dependability matter even more. Our crews know that job sites keep moving, deadlines stay on the calendar, and workers still need clean, reliable portable restroom service no matter how hot it gets.

At A&M Portables, we take pride in showing up, putting in the work, and keeping our commitments, short week or not.

Here’s to the crews building through the heat, the contractors keeping projects on track, and everyone who knows that hard work does not take a summer break.

05/19/2026

🎉 Congratulations to a Downtown Landmark!

We salute the The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa for receiving national recognition as the most famous hotel in Alabama! Those of us who have been around for a while certainly understand how you guys deserve the accolade. In the center of the business and entertainment district, the Battlehouse Hotel is a focal point for locals and visitors alike, frequently hosting conventions and providing outstanding accomodation for revelers during our noteworthy Mardi Gras season.

ALABAMA’S MOST FAMOUS HOTEL
Mobile’s own Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa has been named the most famous hotel in Alabama by Business Insider.

The downtown landmark was featured in Business Insider’s recent list naming the most famous hotel in every state. The publication based its selections on factors including historic value, architectural significance, celebrity sightings, pop culture relevance and local fame.

Business Insider highlighted the Battle House’s deep historical ties, noting the site served as military headquarters for Andrew Jackson during the War of 1812 and later operated as a Confederate hospital during the Civil War.

Originally opened in 1852 by James Battle and his family, the hotel quickly became a gathering place for politicians, business leaders and high society figures across the South. Over the years, guests have included Henry Clay, Jefferson Davis, Ulysses S. Grant and Oscar Wilde.

The original structure was destroyed in a 1905 fire before being rebuilt and reopened in 1908. Following a lengthy closure beginning in 1974, the property underwent a major restoration funded by the Retirement Systems of Alabama and reopened in 2007.

Today, the Battle House remains one of Mobile’s best-known landmarks.

05/14/2026

Summer is Nearly Here!

One of the best parts about is the plethora of activities around during the warmer months. If you're wondering what the best use of a little time off may be, here are a few ideas for your next day out. Enjoy and keep your eyes peeled for our units around town!

05/08/2026

💐 Some Early Love for the Moms!

In a male-dominated industry, we’re proud to be a female-owned business built on hard work, grit, and care for the communities we serve.

As Mother’s Day weekend begins, we want to celebrate the moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, mother figures, and hardworking women who lead, support, and inspire every day.

From all of us at A&M Portables, Happy Mother’s Day weekend! 💐

05/06/2026

🚄 Next Stop, The Other Terminal!

As a veteran of the local industry in , we regularly mention updates throughout the region. A few of our posts have mentioned the return of Amtrak to the area and how the to New Orleans has exceeded initial rider projections. While this is great news for our area, a lot of people are wondering about the old GM&O Building on Water Street and what purpose it may serve. Here's your answer! Let's be proud of an area landmark, even if it isn't the station this time around!

04/30/2026

🎈 Balloons by the Beach!

If you're looking for something out of the ordinary in the region, our neighbors in are proud to announce the Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival! See our beautiful area from a new perspective this season!