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Grease Trap Backing Up: Causes, Fixes, and Code Implications

Wastewater backing up in a commercial kitchen with dramatic lighting.

Grease trap backing up means sewage backing up into your kitchen. You’re past prevention and into emergency territory. This creates immediate health code violations and requires specific diagnostic steps to identify whether you’re dealing with inlet blockages, outlet obstructions, or full trap conditions requiring different response protocols. Key Takeaways: Inlet blockages cause visible backup into … Read more