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Food, oil, and grease can build up in the sewer system and create blockages and backups. To prevent this, most restaurants install a grease trap in their drain system. This device separates fats and solids from wastewater, allowing only liquids to flow through. The separated debris can be removed later with grease trap pumping. A well-maintained grease trap can prevent oil and fat from entering the sewer system and protect your business from fines. Below are a few common maintenance mistakes to avoid. 

What Not to Do to Maintain a Grease Trap 

1. Not Scheduling Grease Trap Pumping Often Enough

Fat will build up in the trap until it is cleaned out. If left too long, the trap will overflow, dumping the waste into the sewer system anyway. This can create clogs that make the drain lines back up into the kitchen, resulting in fines from your municipality. Most businesses need grease trap pumping about every three months, but talk to a septic cleaning company about how full the trap was and how long you can wait next time.

2. Dumping Unnecessary Grease

Grease Trap PumpingJust because you have a trap doesn't mean that cooking oil should go down the sink if you can avoid it. The grease trap is only there to catch what goes down the drain accidentally. As such, set grease and fat aside to cool and then throw it away instead. This will keep the trap from filling up too quickly.

3. Not Keeping Records

Keep a log of how often the trap is emptied. If the kitchen is inspected or if there are questions about whether you're dumping grease into the sewer, you want to have a record that shows you're doing your due diligence. The log can also help remind you when it's time to schedule again, too. 

 

For grease trap pumping and septic cleaning in Kerr County, choose A1 Septic Cleaning Service. Based in Kerrville, TX, they are a locally owned and fully licensed and insured company, and they pride themselves on being fast and reliable. To schedule service or to speak to a friendly representative, call (830) 257-7867. Go online to see a list of their areas of expertise.

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