A properly functioning grease trap may not be the most exciting part of a restaurant or other food service establishment, but it is one of the most important. Failure to clean a trap regularly can result in foul odors, slow-draining sinks and plumbing, and costly clogs and spills. It can also land your establishment in hot water with inspectors and local health and environmental regulators.

Septic service requires special tools and training. In order to be safe, it is best to leave this job to professionals who are specially trained and experienced in this type of work. They use specific steel pot scrubbers and special cleaners, as well as specialized vacuums and pumps to ensure that all of the grease is removed from the trap. The traps are then disposed of properly, usually by having it trucked to a wastewater treatment plant.

Essential Tips for Proper Grease Trap Cleaning

When it comes to cleaning, the most important step is to always empty the trap before beginning. The next step is to rinse the inside of the trap with clean water. This helps to remove any remaining soap or grease. Finally, the trap should be tested to ensure that it is working as intended.

Many grease trap companies recommend that facilities avoid the use of chemicals or degreaser cleaners in their traps. This is because these products kill the natural bacteria that are so important to the functioning of a trap. Additionally, they often don’t actually break down FOG, so they simply pass the grease into the wastewater system where it can clog the pipes and cause other problems.

Busy Bee Septic and Excavating LLC
114 Houston St, Maybrook, NY 12543, United States
(845)294-5771