Categories for Grease Trap Cleaning

How Often Should I Have My Grease Trap Cleaned?

March 15, 2019

When you think of a restaurant kitchen, you probably imagine an expansive gas range, heavy-duty oven and a walk-in cooler. While those are all necessary appliances for a well-operating kitchen, in some ways, a grease trap in New Orleans, LA may be the most crucial aspect of a restaurant’s kitchen. Grease traps are the unsung heroes that keep your restaurant in compliance with the law while ensuring that your restaurant doesn’t start to smell unpleasant. Though they’re hardy devices, grease traps still need to be cleaned out on a regular basis to ensure proper functionality. Smaller, under-sink grease traps need... View Article

Businesses We Can Help with Grease Trap Cleaning in New Orleans, LA

November 2, 2018

Grease trap cleaning in New Orleans, LA is an essential maintenance task for a variety of businesses and organizations. In our more than 20 years of service, Safeway Used Oil and Grease has helped a wide range of businesses with our top-level grease trap maintenance. Are you in need of grease and oil services? Following is a quick overview of the types of businesses we help and the services we provide. If you don’t see what you need on this list, don’t hesitate to contact our team with any questions! Our Clients Restaurants: Commercial kitchens are a major source of... View Article

Understanding the Role of Grease Trap Cleaning in New Orleans, LA

October 6, 2018

If you are the owner or operator of a restaurant or a facility that has a commercial kitchen, you probably know just how important of a role your grease trap plays. This means you also know that if you don’t stay on top of your grease trap cleaning in New Orleans, LA, you could very well suddenly find yourself in a situation in which you have to shut down during peak service hours because you’re dealing with a backup in your sinks and drains. Regular grease trap cleanings are important to help you prevent problems from developing in the drains... View Article

Grease Trap Maintenance 101

September 22, 2018

When you have a commercial kitchen, it’s important you stay on top of your general maintenance, including grease trap cleaning in New Orleans, LA. A grease trap (also referred to as a grease pit or grease interceptor) is a piece of equipment connected to a sink in an area designated for food prep. These traps could be above or below the ground and are made out of plastic (or, in some cases, metal). The idea is that the grease trap will collect any grease that runs down the sink, preventing it from entering the drain lines. This is important because... View Article

What Is FOG Pollution?

September 7, 2018

Fats, oils and grease (FOG) are produced in commercial kitchens and restaurants in abundance. FOG encompasses the leftover grease and fatty substances from cooking oil, butter, meat, milk and other fatty products. While they are natural, FOG materials can have hefty consequences on sewer systems if they are not disposed of properly. FOG pollution occurs when fats and oils are dumped down the sewer system with water and the oils and fats cause problems within the pipes and wastewater treatment facilities. FOG pollution can have disastrous and costly consequences, which is why FOG waste removal is now so heavily regulated... View Article

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