Restaurants generate large amounts of fats, oils, and grease, which can quickly clog drainage systems.
To prevent blockages, commercial kitchens must install and maintain grease traps.
What Is a Grease Trap?
A grease trap is a device installed in a drainage system that captures fats and oils before they enter the sewer system.
This prevents grease build-ups inside pipes.
Why Grease Traps Are Important
Without grease traps, fats and oils can harden inside pipes and cause severe blockages.
Grease is one of the most common causes of drain blockages in kitchens.
Grease Trap Maintenance
Restaurants must clean grease traps regularly.
Typical maintenance includes:
- Removing solid grease buildup
- Pumping waste tanks
- Flushing drain lines
- Inspecting pipework
Many restaurants schedule monthly or quarterly cleaning.
Signs a Grease Trap Needs Cleaning
- Slow kitchen drains
- Strong smells
- Grease overflowing from traps
- Frequent blockages