Grease Traps in London

Grease traps will need to be emptied and cleaned from time to time to ensure maximum efficiency and prevent blockages. Our engineers apply the latest methods to clean and clear grease and fat and safely dispose the waste at licenced waste transfer facilities for disposal or recycling.

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Grease Traps

With the increase of restaurants, bistros and other food processing establishments, grease traps have played a pivotal role in the prevention of grease and fat (known as controlled waste) from entering the local authority sewer. Grease traps can vary in size from those installed under kitchen sinks to larger units which are installed underground.

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We offer help and trouble-shooting advice on the maintenance and installation of grease traps. Need a grease trap, call us now!

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  • A grease trap (also known as a grease interceptor) is a plumbing device designed to capture fats, oils, and grease (FOG) before they enter the main drainage system. It prevents blockages, foul odours, and sewer overflows.

    In London, grease traps are essential for restaurants, cafés, hotels, commercial kitchens, and food production facilities to remain compliant with water authority regulations and avoid costly drainage issues.

  • The frequency of grease trap cleaning depends on the size of the unit and the volume of food production. Most commercial kitchens in London require grease trap emptying every 1–3 months.

    Regular grease trap maintenance prevents overflows, bad smells, pest attraction, and emergency callouts. Scheduled servicing also ensures compliance with environmental and trade waste regulations.

  • Failure to maintain a grease trap can result in:

    • Blocked drains and sewer backups

    • Foul kitchen odours

    • Flooding in food preparation areas

    • Environmental fines or penalties

    • Business disruption and hygiene risks

    Professional grease trap cleaning in London ensures safe waste removal and helps businesses avoid expensive reactive repairs.

  • Yes, we provide grease trap installation for commercial properties across London. This includes:

    • Internal under-sink grease traps

    • External grease interceptors

    • System upgrades for increased kitchen capacity

    • Replacement of damaged or undersized units

    All grease trap installations are carried out in line with UK building regulations and local water authority requirements.

  • The cost of grease trap emptying in London depends on:

    • The size and type of grease trap

    • Volume of waste collected

    • Access to the unit

    • Frequency of servicing

    We offer competitive, transparent pricing and tailored maintenance contracts for restaurants, hotels, schools, and commercial kitchens.

  • Yes, we provide emergency grease trap cleaning and unblocking services throughout London. If your grease trap is overflowing, causing drainage issues, or creating hygiene concerns, our rapid-response team can attend quickly to resolve the problem.

    Emergency grease trap emptying helps prevent kitchen downtime and ensures your business can continue operating safely.