If you’re in the process of opening a small, food-related business, you may be wondering whether you need a grease trap. You may know of regulations governing the release of fats and oils into the city sewage system, but may be unsure if your business will produce much waste. To help you determine your plumbing needs, learn more about the benefits of grease traps in the following guide.

What to Know About Restaurant Grease Traps

Do I Need One?

Large, full-service restaurants—especially those serving fried foods or baked goods—need grease traps. Smaller cafes and coffee shops should consider their menus. If you’re serving french fries and burgers or espresso-based drinks, you’ll need to catch excess grease from fryers and oily espresso beans.

Because yogurt shops almost always serve customers in disposable cups, they typically don’t require traps unless they also bake and serve cookies, cakes, pies, and donuts. The same is true of ice cream shops unless they make their ice cream on the premises.

If you still have questions or doubts, schedule an appointment with a wastewater treatment agent, and consult with a septic service technician.

What Are the Benefits?

Grease traps protect a restaurant’s sewer system. They trap waste, allowing kitchen staff to dispose of it properly before it clogs drains and pipes or sewer overflows. Grease, a pollutant that harms wildlife, should be kept out of sewage systems.

Have your grease trap installed and regularly maintained by contacting A-1 Pumping Service and Drain Cleaning in Dalton, GA. This state-licensed business has been family-owned and -operated for more than 23 years. These drainage professionals strive to serve each customer with respect. Schedule an appointment with a technician today by calling (706) 272-3352, or learn more about their services online.