Why is a grease trap required?

Grease Traps are plumbing devices that block and collect food particles and FOGs from entering the main sewer system. The wastewater that comes from the sink will be containing FOG. But if we allow this to flow into the main sewer system, it may cause a block in the flow of wastewater. Grease traps help in the smooth flow of water.

How do grease traps work?

In restaurants, when constant cooking happens, the amount of FOG in wastewater is high. The FOG is in liquid form when it is hot, but it solidifies when it is cooled and this may lead to blocks in the drain if we do not separate the FOG at the right time. If it’s clogged in the drain, regular drain cleaning also has to be done. So better we don’t leave this FOG into the sewer system. Any commercial kitchen must use grease traps in order to decrease the chance of clogged drains. Installing a grease trap is not enough. It should be regularly serviced so that the flow of wastewater is not blocked.

The grease trap ensures that no grease is entered in the drain and no clogging occurs due to FOG. In commercial kitchens of restaurants, cafeterias, etc., a large amount of grease is being released. According to the volume of wastewater that comes from the sink, the size of the grease trap is decided. Commercial grease traps and residential grease traps are different in size. According to your use, you have to choose the size. Grease traps have chambers that will separate grease, food particles, etc. The greaseless water only will be allowed to move to the sewer line.

Grease trap cleaning is necessary, as it is not a self-cleaning device. Most efficient cleaning helps in the smooth flow of wastewater. But if we do it ourselves, it won’t be easy to complete. So it is recommended to contact any professional grease trap cleaning company. Regular cleaning of grease traps helps you to get rid of the unpleasant smell due to the food particles and FOGs. Grease traps help you in the maintenance of pipes and it’s mandatory by the law of the government when it comes to commercial kitchens. The government makes sure that the city's sewer system is not blocked. For the food businesses, it is a legal requirement to have a grease trap installed and regular inspection is done. It’s suggested that at least once in a period of three months, the grease trap cleaning is done. But unlike commercial kitchens, residential kitchens might not need this much attention in grease traps. They can schedule the cleaning once in a period of two years.