Grease-trap Overhauls
Grease-trap Overhauls | Commercial Plumbing | Plumbing | Jasper
When a clogged or inefficient grease trap threatens to slow down your kitchen, HEP’s specialists arrive with the tools and experience to set things right—fast. Our crew inspects, pumps, cleans, and fully overhauls traps of every size, restoring peak flow while keeping you in compliance with city and state regulations. Because we focus on prevention as much as repair, we’ll also map out maintenance schedules and share tips that save you time, money, and surprise inspections down the road.
Backed by decades of commercial plumbing expertise, HEP understands that a restaurant, cafeteria, or food-processing line in Jasper can’t afford unexpected downtime. That’s why we offer after-hours service, detailed reporting for your records, and transparent, upfront pricing. From emergency backups to proactive system upgrades, rely on the local team that treats your business like their own—HEP keeps your grease trap, and everything connected to it, running clean and clear.
FAQs
What is a grease-trap overhaul and why does my Jasper business need one?
A grease-trap overhaul is a deep, comprehensive service that goes beyond routine pumping. We remove all accumulated fats, oils, grease, and solids; pressure-wash and scrape interior walls and baffles; inspect for corrosion or structural damage; replace worn gaskets, bolts, and seals; and verify inlet-outlet flow. For Jasper restaurants, hotels, schools, and other food-service facilities, an overhaul prevents costly backups, foul odors, health-code violations, and premature trap failure.
How often should commercial grease traps be overhauled or thoroughly cleaned?
Routine pumping is typically required every 30–90 days, but a full overhaul is recommended once or twice a year, depending on kitchen volume, trap size, and the 25 % rule (when the trap is one-quarter full of FOG). High-volume Jasper kitchens—especially those using fryers and dishwashers—may need overhauls every six months, while smaller operations might schedule them annually. We offer free inspections to set the ideal timetable.
What signs indicate that my grease trap requires an immediate overhaul rather than basic pumping?
Persistent drain backups, slow sinks, strong rancid odors, visible grease slicks in the manhole, or grease reaching above 25 % of trap capacity all signal that solids and hardened FOG have built up on the walls and baffles. If you notice rusted components, loose lids, or recurring code citations from Jasper Utilities & Environmental Services, it’s time for a full overhaul before more expensive repairs—or fines—arise.
What is involved in your grease-trap overhaul service?
1) Pre-service inspection and documentation. 2) Complete evacuation of liquids and solids with vacuum trucks. 3) Manual scraping and hot-water pressure-washing of all internal surfaces and baffles. 4) Disposal of waste at a licensed Jasper FOG processing facility. 5) Structural integrity check, gasket and bolt replacement, and re-sealing of the lid. 6) Flow testing and written service report for your records and local inspectors.
Will my kitchen operations be disrupted during a grease-trap overhaul?
We schedule service during your off-peak hours—early mornings, late nights, or closed days—to minimize downtime. A typical overhaul takes 1–3 hours for most traps up to 1,500 gallons. Because we isolate the trap and use negative-pressure vacuum systems, kitchen fixtures can often remain in limited use. If a temporary shutdown is unavoidable, we’ll coordinate in advance so you can plan staff and food prep accordingly.
Are there local regulations in Jasper regarding grease trap maintenance, and can you help ensure compliance?
Yes. The City of Jasper’s FOG Control Ordinance requires commercial food establishments to install and maintain grease traps in good working order, keep maintenance logs on-site for three years, and submit compliance reports upon request. Failure to comply can lead to fines or utility service suspension. Our team is familiar with all city and IDEM (Indiana Department of Environmental Management) regulations. After each overhaul we provide stamped service records, photographic evidence, and reminders of your next required maintenance date to keep you fully compliant.