A grease trap or grease interceptor is a receptacle located between drain lines and the sanitary sewer lines that allows for the separation and collection of fats, oils and greases (FOG) from the used water, preventing such materials from entering the municipal sewer system.  There are various types of businesses that use grease traps for their businesses including: restaurants, pubs, bars, supermarkets (grocery stores and grocers), coffee shops, and cafeterias.

The grease trap can either be located inside the facility or  outside. Typically large restaurants or other kitchen facilities will have their grease trap/ grease interceptor located outside of the facility, usually in the ground, while facilities with smaller traps can usually house theirs indoors.  We excel at the pumping and cleaning of exterior grease traps.

In order to deliver additional value to our clients we have onsite processing plant abilities located on our premises, by leveraging our ability to process the waste we pick up, we are able to deliver stronger price points than our competition.

Why do I have to have a grease trap?

FOG can create significant problems for municipal wastewater systems, hence governments require commercial facilities to have a grease trap installed. Most municipalities within North Carolina (especially Wake County) will have a minimum amount of FOG that is acceptable in the water leaving an establishment. If you exceed these minimums, fines can be imposed.