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Grease Trap Cleaning Schedule: How Often Should You Clean

Restaurant kitchen with chefs cleaning a grease trap under dramatic lighting.

Grease trap cleaning schedule violations cost restaurant operators $5,000+ in fines, yet most schedule maintenance based on guesswork rather than actual FOG accumulation patterns. The commercial grease trap industry sees repeated compliance failures because operators ignore the fundamental 25% rule that determines when cleaning becomes mandatory. Key Takeaways: The 25% rule determines cleaning frequency, when … Read more

Grease Trap Pumping: How It Works, What It Costs, Who Can Do It

Grease hauler pumping commercial grease trap with dramatic lighting and volumetric fog.

Grease trap pumping mistakes trigger $5,000+ fines and void your FOG compliance faster than any other violation. Most restaurant owners think it’s just sucking out waste, but the legal requirements around licensed haulers, proper documentation, and disposal methods make this a minefield for the unprepared. Key Takeaways: Licensed grease haulers charge $200-800 per pump-out depending … Read more