How often should I clean my grease trap?

Most restaurants should clean grease traps every 1-3 months. High-volume kitchens may need weekly or bi-weekly service.

How much does grease trap cleaning cost?

Prices depend on trap size, volume, and accessibility. Typical services range from $200-$450.

What are signs my grease trap needs cleaning?

Slow drains, persistent grease odors, standing water, sink backups, or visible grease buildup are signs that cleaning is overdue.

Grease Trap Cleaning Service - JLG Septic Services

Why Choose JLG Septic Services for Your Grease Trap Needs

Licensed, Insured, and Always On Time

Certified & Insured Technicians

We employ fully licensed and insured professionals who understand health codes and grease trap systems to protect your business from liability.

Modern Equipment & Technology

We use specialized pumping trucks and high-powered equipment designed specifically for thorough grease removal and trap cleaning.

Upfront, Honest Pricing

We provide clear cost estimates before starting work so you know exactly what to expect with no surprise charges.

Flexible Scheduling Options

We work around your business hours to minimize disruption and accommodate your kitchen's operational schedule.

Why Professional Grease Trap Cleaning is Critical

Protect Your Business and Stay Compliant

How Grease Traps Work

We explain that grease traps intercept fats, oils, and grease from wastewater before they enter the municipal sewer system, allowing cooled grease to float while solids settle.

The Role of Regular Cleaning in System Performance

We remove accumulated grease and solids through scheduled cleaning to maintain proper flow rates and prevent backups that shut down your kitchen.

Consequences of Neglecting Grease Trap Maintenance

We see businesses face health department violations, expensive emergency plumbing repairs, sewer backups, and potential closure when they skip regular trap cleaning.

Benefits of Regular Grease Trap Cleaning

We help you avoid plumbing emergencies, maintain health compliance, eliminate odors, protect sewer infrastructure, and prevent costly fines through consistent maintenance.

Prevents Costly Plumbing Backups

We keep your drains flowing freely by removing grease buildup before it causes kitchen sink backups and expensive emergency plumbing calls.

Ensures Health Department Compliance

We provide required service documentation and maintain your trap according to local health codes to pass inspections and avoid violations.

Eliminates Foul Odors and Pest Problems

We remove decomposing grease and organic matter that creates unpleasant smells and attracts flies, roaches, and rodents to your establishment.

Protects Municipal Sewer Systems

We prevent fats, oils, and grease from entering public sewer lines where they cause blockages, overflows, and environmental damage.

Avoids Expensive Fines and Shutdowns

We keep you compliant with regulations to help you avoid health department fines ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars and potential business closure.

Signs You Need Service Now

We urge you to schedule immediate cleaning if you notice slow drains, grease odors, standing water, sink backups, or visible buildup in your trap.

Slow-Moving Drains in Kitchen Sinks

We recognize sluggish drainage in your three-compartment sink or prep stations as an early warning that your grease trap is reaching capacity.

Persistent Grease Odors in Your Kitchen

We identify strong rancid smells coming from drains or the trap area as clear indicators that decomposing grease requires immediate removal.

Standing Water Around Floor Drains

We treat pooling water near floor drains as a serious sign that your trap is full and wastewater cannot flow properly through your system.

Grease Backup in Sinks or Dishwashers

We respond urgently to grease backing up into kitchen sinks or commercial dishwashers because this indicates complete trap saturation requiring immediate service.

Visible Grease Buildup on Trap Walls

We recognize thick grease coating the interior walls of your trap as confirmation that cleaning is overdue and system capacity is compromised.

Our Grease Trap Cleaning Service

We deliver comprehensive grease trap cleaning that removes all fats, oils, grease, and solids while providing inspection, documentation, and compliance records.

What's Included in Every Service

We pump out all contents, scrape interior surfaces, flush the system, inspect components, document service for health department records, and provide maintenance recommendations.

Average Service Time

We complete most grease trap cleaning services in thirty minutes to two hours depending on trap size, grease volume, and accessibility.

Cleaning Frequency Recommendations

We recommend cleaning every one to three months for most restaurants, though high-volume kitchens may require weekly or bi-weekly service to maintain compliance.

Our Grease Trap Cleaning Process

We follow a systematic five-step approach that ensures complete grease removal, proper system function, and full regulatory compliance documentation.

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Access and Assessment of Trap Condition

We locate and open your grease trap, measure grease and solids levels, and assess the overall condition before beginning the cleaning process.

Complete Removal of Grease, Solids, and Wastewater

We pump out all floating grease layer, settled solids, and wastewater from your trap using specialized vacuum equipment.

Scraping and Cleaning of All Interior Surfaces

We physically scrape grease from trap walls, baffles, and inlet/outlet pipes to remove stubborn buildup that pumping alone cannot eliminate.

System Flushing and Component Inspection

We flush the trap with clean water and inspect baffles, gaskets, and structural components for damage or wear that requires repair.

Documentation, Compliance Records, and Recommendations

We provide detailed service records for health department inspections, document trap condition, and advise you on optimal cleaning frequency for your operation.

Complete Grease Management Services

We offer full grease system solutions from routine trap cleaning and line jetting to repairs, installations, and customized maintenance programs.

Grease Trap Cleaning & Pumping

We remove all grease, fats, oils, and solids from your trap to restore proper capacity and maintain compliant operation.

Grease Interceptor Services

We service large-capacity grease interceptors for high-volume kitchens using specialized equipment designed for these larger systems.

Line Jetting & Drain Cleaning

We use high-pressure water jetting to clear grease buildup from drain lines between your sinks and trap that standard cleaning cannot reach.

Grease Trap Repairs & Parts Replacement

We fix damaged baffles, cracked lids, worn gaskets, and other failing components to restore your trap to proper working condition.

Scheduled Maintenance Programs

We offer customized service plans with regular cleaning appointments, priority scheduling, and compliance tracking to keep your business running smoothly.

New Grease Trap Installation

We design and install properly sized grease traps that meet local plumbing codes and health department requirements for your specific kitchen operation.

Commercial Services by Industry

We provide specialized grease management solutions tailored to the unique demands, regulations, and service frequencies of different food service industries.

Restaurants & Fast Food Establishments

We deliver frequent grease trap cleaning with flexible scheduling for full-service restaurants, quick-service chains, and fast-casual dining operations.

Hotels & Hospitality

We service multiple grease traps and kitchen facilities for hotels, resorts, and convention centers with coordinated scheduling and minimal guest disruption.

Schools & Institutional Kitchens

We provide cost-effective grease trap maintenance for cafeterias, universities, and institutional food service operations with budget-conscious scheduling.

Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities

We offer compliant grease trap service for hospital kitchens and healthcare food operations with strict sanitation standards and flexible scheduling around patient care.

Food Processing & Manufacturing

We handle high-volume grease interceptor cleaning for food production facilities that generate significant fats, oils, and grease waste.

Grocery Stores & Delis

We service grease traps for in-store delis, bakeries, prepared food departments, and grocery operations with convenient scheduling around business hours.

FAQ Section

Your Grease Trap Cleaning Questions, Answered

We recommend cleaning your grease trap every one to three months for most restaurants, though high-volume kitchens may require weekly or bi-weekly service depending on your grease production and local regulations.

We provide upfront pricing based on your trap size, grease volume, cleaning frequency, and accessibility, with costs typically reflecting the complexity and service requirements of your specific operation.

We identify slow drains, persistent grease odors, standing water near floor drains, sink backups, and visible grease buildup as clear indicators your trap requires immediate cleaning.

We see unmaintained traps lead to health department violations, expensive plumbing backups, foul odors that drive away customers, municipal fines, and potential business closure for non-compliance.

We complete most grease trap cleaning services in thirty minutes to two hours depending on trap size, accumulated grease volume, and location accessibility.

We provide detailed service records with dates, trap measurements, and service performed that satisfy health department requirements and help you pass inspections.

Grease Trap Cleaning with JLG Septic Services