Grease Trap Cleaning for Calgary Food Services

Before you lose money to unnecessary penalties, call The Drain Doctor™ for commercial grease trap cleaning services. A sure sign of grease pit trouble is when your drains back up frequently. You can also look out for some of these telling signs:

• Pest infestation around your drain: If you notice increased pests around your drain, such as cockroaches, rats, or flies, it may indicate that your grease trap is overdue for cleaning. This is because pests are attracted to the buildup of organic matter and food debris in the grease trap, which can create an ideal environment for them to thrive.

• Grease flowing back into the sink, indicating the trap is full: If you see grease or oil coming back up through the sink or other drains in your commercial kitchen, it could be a sign that your grease trap is full and needs to be cleaned. When the grease trap reaches capacity, it can no longer effectively separate the grease and oil from the wastewater, leading to backups and clogs.

• Slow draining: If your sinks or other drains are draining slower than usual, it may be due to a grease and oil buildup in the trap. As the grease trap becomes more clogged, water flowing through your plumbing system can be restricted, resulting in slow draining and even backups.

• Unusual smell coming from your drain: A foul odour emanating from your drain clearly indicates something is amiss. In the case of a grease trap, the smell may be caused by the buildup of decomposing organic matter, which can release unpleasant odours over time. This is especially true if you've noticed that the smell has become more pungent over time.

To properly diagnose the problem, we recommend a visual inspection of the pit. We can also help determine how frequently the pit needs cleaning based on your plant’s production. For information and to schedule service, call our 24/7 answering service and speak to one of our professionals.