Grease-trap Maintenance
Grease-trap Maintenance | Commercial Plumbing | Plumbing | Bean Station
When the kitchens of Bean Station are at their busiest, the last thing anyone needs is a clogged grease trap shutting down service. HEP’s seasoned technicians specialize in grease-trap maintenance that keeps restaurants, cafeterias, and food-service facilities compliant, odor-free, and running smoothly. With decades of commercial plumbing experience behind every service call, we arrive on schedule, pump and clean your traps thoroughly, and dispose of waste responsibly—so you can stay focused on serving customers, not fighting backups.
From scheduled maintenance plans to emergency 24/7 response, we tailor our solutions to the pace and demands of your business. Our team documents each visit for health-department records, advises staff on best practices, and inspects associated lines to stop problems before they spread. Trust HEP to safeguard your reputation, protect your equipment, and keep the lifeblood of your kitchen flowing—because in Bean Station, we’re the name to remember when commercial plumbing simply has to work.
FAQs
How often should a commercial grease trap in Bean Station be serviced?
For most restaurants and food-service facilities, we recommend a professional grease-trap cleaning every 1–3 months. The exact frequency depends on trap size, kitchen volume, and local codes. In Bean Station, the health department follows the 25 % rule—once fats, oils, and grease (FOG) fill 25 % of the trap’s capacity, it must be pumped. We can set up a customized maintenance schedule after inspecting your operation.
What happens if I skip regular grease-trap maintenance?
Neglecting a grease trap leads to clogs, foul odors, and backups that can shut down your kitchen. Excess FOG can also enter city sewers, resulting in fines from Bean Station’s municipal enforcement. Over time, corrosive waste breaks down the trap’s walls and baffles, meaning costly replacements. Routine pumping and cleaning are far more affordable than emergency plumbing calls or penalties.
Do you provide documentation for health-department compliance?
Yes. After every service visit we issue a detailed manifest that includes the date, volume of waste removed, disposal site, and technician credentials. This paperwork meets Bean Station and Grainger County health-department requirements and should be kept on-site for inspections. We can also email digital copies to your compliance officer or corporate office.
How is the grease waste disposed of after pumping?
All collected FOG is transported in our licensed vacuum tanker to a state-approved recycling or treatment facility. There, it is processed into biofuel or separated for safe landfill disposal. We follow Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC) regulations and provide chain-of-custody records so you know your waste is handled responsibly.
Can you service in-floor and under-sink grease traps?
Absolutely. Our technicians are equipped to handle large outdoor in-ground interceptors as well as compact under-sink units common in cafés and food trucks. For in-floor traps, we use high-capacity pumpers and hydro-jetting; for smaller units, we perform manual scraping, part replacement, and a hot-water rinse. We also inspect gaskets and lids to prevent leaks and odors.
What signs indicate my grease trap needs immediate attention?
Call us right away if you notice slow-draining sinks, gurgling sounds, sewer-like odors near floor drains, grease pooling around the trap lid, or fruit-fly activity. These symptoms often mean the trap is at or beyond capacity or that baffles are damaged. Timely service can prevent an after-hours backup that interrupts your business and leads to expensive cleanup.