Frequently Asked Questions
These are some common questions we’ve received onboarding new clients, please refer to the list and image below to associate yourself with the grease trap. Beyond that give us a call at (559) 498-8378 we’re happy to answer any questions you may have!
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• A grease trap is designed to separate Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) and solid food waste from your kitchen wastewater.
• Buildup of FOG and solid food waste in your plumbing may cause blockages in either you're plumbing or the sanitary sewer lines. This can lead to an overflow into your building, a neighbor’s building, streets, or the environment. It is important to clean your grease trap regularly.
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Grease traps shall be cleaned at least once every 30 days.
More frequent cleaning may be necessary if:
• Your sinks are draining slowly, possibly due to buildups in the trap.
• Water levels in the trap or floor drains are high, possibly due to grease-related blockages in your plumbing.
• The grease trap smells bad because solids are filling the bottom of the trap quickly.
• Your trap is not sized correctly for your restaurant operations, menu, or number of meals served.
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Clean the trap when it is twenty five percent (25%) full of FOG and solid food waste or within 30 days of the last pumping, whichever comes first.
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• Grease trap installed backwards, without flow controls, or otherwise in violation of plumbing codes or manufacturer specifications.
• Missing or damaged parts, such as the removable baffle plates.
• Leaks due to rust holes or punctures in the walls or floors.
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