Drainage Compliance · Odour Control · Scheduled Service

Grease Trap Cleaning

Regular grease trap emptying and cleaning to prevent blockages, eliminate odours, and keep your drainage compliant. Scheduled programmes available so you never miss a service.

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Why Regular Grease Trap Cleaning Matters

A grease trap is the first line of defence between your kitchen drainage and the sewer system. It captures fats, oils, and greases before they enter the drain, preventing blockages, odour problems, and breaches of your trade effluent consent.

Without regular emptying and cleaning, grease traps overflow into the drainage system, causing blockages, bad smells that affect your kitchen and dining area, and potential environmental compliance issues. Water companies can impose significant fines for grease-related sewer blockages, and your insurance may require evidence of regular maintenance.

We empty, clean, and inspect grease traps for commercial kitchens across Cumbria and the Northwest. Service records are provided on every visit, suitable for your food safety management file and insurer.

Combine with your TR19 extraction clean for a single visit

Many of our clients book grease trap cleaning alongside their TR19 extraction clean. A single visit covers both compliance requirements and reduces disruption to your kitchen schedule.

Monthly

Recommended service frequency for high-volume kitchens. Lower-volume operations may be suitable for quarterly or 6-monthly cleaning. We advise based on your usage.

Drainage compliance

Uncontrolled grease discharge can breach your trade effluent consent. Regular cleaning with service records protects you from enforcement action and fines.

Combined visits

We regularly combine grease trap cleaning with TR19 extraction cleans: one visit, two compliance requirements covered.

What's Included in Every Grease Trap Service

We empty, clean, inspect, and document, leaving a fully functioning trap and a service record for your compliance files.

Full Trap Emptying

Complete emptying of accumulated grease, solids, and effluent. Waste disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations.

Internal Clean

Baffles, walls, and base of the trap chemically cleaned to remove built-up grease and prevent odour from accumulation.

Inlet & Outlet Inspection

Inlet and outlet pipes checked for partial blockage or build-up. Any issues noted in the service report.

Drainage Flow Check

Drainage flow confirmed after cleaning. Slow drainage noted and investigated before the visit is completed.

Service Record

Full written service record provided on completion, suitable for your HACCP documentation, food safety audit, or insurer.

Scheduled Reminders

Add grease trap cleaning to a rolling maintenance programme and we'll remind you when the next service is due.

How It Works: 3 Simple Steps

Request a Quote or Get in Touch

Call 01229 588556 or complete the form. Tell us about your grease trap and kitchen type.

Site Visit & Quote

We visit your premises, assess the trap size and condition, and confirm the recommended service frequency.

The Service & Record

We empty, clean, and inspect the trap. Full service record issued on the day: file it in your compliance records.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often does a grease trap need cleaning?

Frequency depends on the volume of cooking and the size of the trap. High-volume kitchens, particularly those with heavy frying, typically require monthly cleaning. Lower-volume operations may be suitable for quarterly or 6-monthly service. We assess your kitchen and recommend the correct schedule at the site visit.

Can you combine grease trap cleaning with TR19 extraction cleaning?

Yes, and we'd recommend it. Booking both services together reduces kitchen downtime, simplifies your compliance schedule, and is more cost-effective than separate visits. Just mention both requirements when you get in touch and we'll quote for a combined visit.

What regulations apply to grease trap maintenance?

If you discharge trade effluent (which includes kitchen wastewater) into the public sewer, the law requires you to hold a trade effluent consent from your local water company. That consent typically requires you to prevent grease from entering the sewer, which means maintaining your grease trap. Failure to do so can result in fines, enforcement action, and in serious cases, prosecution under the Water Industry Act 1991.

What areas do you cover?

Based in Ulverston, we cover Cumbria, Lancashire, and the wider Northwest. Call 01229 588556 to confirm coverage for your location.

Get a Free Grease Trap Cleaning Quote

Tell us about your kitchen and trap size. We'll assess your requirements and recommend the right service frequency.

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