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An essential part of any commercial kitchen, restaurant, hospital, school or food processing plant, fat and grease traps capture harmful greases, fats and oils and prevent them from entering the drainage system, where they could potentially cause a blockage.
However, without the correct maintenance, grease and fat traps can become blocked and cause the trap to fail, resulting in the contents flowing into the surrounding area or drainage system. What’s more, an accumulation of grease will also prove very hard to dispose of and can cause very unpleasant odours.
If you are looking to have a grease or fat trap unit cleaned, make sure to speak to our team of experts here at Elliott Environmental Drainage Ltd. We’ll be more than happy to discuss your requirements and arrange a time that suits you to have your system cleaned.
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Why is Grease Trap & Fat Trap Cleaning & Maintenance So Important?
Grease and fat traps are specially designed to ensure that greases and fats are intercepted before they have a chance to enter the public water flow, meaning that there’s never the chance for fat to build up. Should the maintenance of your grease and fat traps be neglected and the contents were to leak and overflow, you could find yourself paying costly clean-up costs and fines from your local authorities. It is recommended that a grease and fat trap should be cleaned at least every three months, to ensure that it performs at an optimal rate.
Our team of specialists will clean the trap and ensure that it is restored to its former glory and working exactly as it should. We’ll also take the time to ensure that any areas for concern are fixed to avoid any future breakdowns, whilst also keeping you up-to-date on what we’re doing and the overall timescale. Not only will this help you to save money in the long run in repairs, but also saves you lost income from having to either close or reduce the capacity in your workplace to make space for larger repairs to be carried out.
Signs Your Grease Trap Needs Cleaning
Knowing when your grease trap requires cleaning can help prevent expensive drainage problems and unexpected business disruption. Ignoring the warning signs often leads to blocked drains, overflowing grease traps and emergency call-outs.
Common signs include:
- Slow-draining sinks in commercial kitchens
- Unpleasant smells around the grease trap or drains
- Grease overflowing from the trap
- Frequent blocked drains
- Increased presence of flies or pests
- Grease backing up into sinks or floor drains
- The grease trap has not been cleaned within the last three months
If you’ve noticed any of these issues, our experienced engineers can quickly inspect, empty and clean your grease trap, restoring it to full working order while helping your business remain compliant.
Who Needs Professional Grease Trap Cleaning?
Grease trap cleaning is essential for any business that prepares, cooks or serves food. Without regular maintenance, fats, oils and grease (FOG) can accumulate inside the system, increasing the risk of blockages, unpleasant odours, hygiene issues and costly downtime.
At Elliott Environmental Drainage, we provide professional grease trap cleaning for businesses throughout London, Kent and the South East, including:
- Restaurants
- Cafés and coffee shops
- Pubs and bars
- Hotels
- Commercial kitchens
- Fast food outlets and takeaways
- Schools and universities
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Care homes
- Food manufacturing facilities
- Catering companies
- Shopping centres and retail parks
Whether you operate a single restaurant or manage multiple commercial kitchens, our experienced team can provide one-off grease trap cleaning or scheduled planned preventative maintenance (PPM) to keep your drainage system operating efficiently.
Our Commercial Grease Trap Cleaning Process
Every grease trap cleaning project is carried out safely, hygienically and in line with environmental regulations. Our experienced engineers use specialist vacuum tankers and professional equipment to minimise disruption to your business while ensuring waste is disposed of responsibly.
Our process includes:
- Inspecting the grease trap and assessing its condition.
- Removing accumulated fats, oils, grease and food waste.
- Cleaning the internal chamber and associated pipework.
- Checking for signs of damage, wear or potential blockages.
- Safely transporting and disposing of waste at licensed facilities.
- Providing recommendations for future maintenance or servicing if required.
Whether you require a one-off clean or a scheduled maintenance programme, Elliott Environmental Drainage helps businesses across London, Kent and the South East reduce the risk of drainage failures while extending the lifespan of their grease management system.
Grease Trap and Fat Trap Installation
To ensure that your grease trap or fat trap is installed correctly and will work exactly as it should, guaranteeing the efficient collection of waste, is important. That’s why here at Elliott Environmental Drainage Ltd we can also provide you with an outstanding grease trap and fat trap installation service to ensure that they are functioning and leaving you in the peace of mind that fats, oils and grease are disposed of correctly.
Why Choose Elliott Environmental Drainage Ltd?
Here at Elliott Environmental Drainage Ltd, we will always be on hand to ensure that you are provided with all of the advice you need. With over 50 years of experience within the commercial drainage and grease management industry, our team of specialists will ensure that your grease traps and fat traps are cleaned thoroughly and efficiently and any harmful waste is dealt with safely. Our team can offer you a one-off clean, or a PPM contract for your site, no matter how big or small.
What’s more, our team members are all trained to the highest level and will constantly adhere to ISO 9001 standards so that you can be confident in the services we provide. We provide a wide range of services including CCTV Drains surveys, sludge services and more. We’re also trained in hygiene standards, to ensure that the task of emptying your grease trap is carried out in the most hygienic way possible as to not disrupt the standards of your kitchen space.
Get in touch with the Elliott Environmental Drainage Ltd team today for a quote and more details on our grease trap and fat trap service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does a grease trap need to be cleaned regularly?
Grease traps collect fats, oils and grease from kitchen wastewater before it enters the drainage system. Without regular cleaning, the trap fills up and allows grease to pass into the drains, causing serious blockages. Unclean grease traps can also produce foul odours and attract pests.
How often should a grease trap be cleaned?
Most commercial kitchens require grease trap cleaning every 1 to 3 months depending on the volume of food cooked and the size of the trap. Elliott Drainage can set up a regular servicing schedule tailored to your kitchen output.
Do you clean grease traps in London?
Yes. Elliott Drainage provides grease trap cleaning in London and across the South East. We serve restaurants, hotels, schools, hospitals, care homes and other food service businesses.
What is the difference between a grease trap and a fat trap?
Grease traps and fat traps perform the same function - intercepting fats, oils and grease from kitchen wastewater. Fat trap is a commonly used alternative term, particularly in the UK. Both require regular emptying and cleaning.
Can you set up a regular grease trap servicing contract?
Yes. We offer planned grease trap servicing contracts on a monthly, quarterly or bespoke frequency. A servicing contract ensures your trap is cleaned on time, keeping you compliant and your drains free-flowing.