Why Does My Grease Trap Need Maintenance?
As fats, oils, and grease (FOG) accumulate in your grease trap, they begin to decompose. The result is a rancid odor that could be noticeable to your customers and employees – even from underground traps.

Remove grease periodically (weekly or more often is suggested), using a scoop. Remove only the grease and leave the water behind. At a minimum, clean and empty the entire contents of the grease interceptor once a month. Remove the grease, water, and any accumulated sludge on the bottom of the interceptor.

The importance of grease traps
A grease trap plays a critical role in your foodservice operation. When installed and maintained properly, the grease trap interceptor is a safe, clean way to rid your restaurant of fats, oil and grease (FOG). When there’s a glitch in your grease trap system, it can lead to sewer or drain backups and noxious odors. Proper grease trap cleaning and maintenance is a must to keep your operations running efficiently. Mahoney Environmental provides both indoor and outdoor grease trap maintenance to commercial businesses in the food service industry. Our trained technicians fully inspect and service your grease trap in a timely manner that works with your hours and needs.