What is the grease trap 1/4 rule?
Once grease and solids reach about one quarter of the trap capacity, the trap should be cleaned so it can keep separating grease properly.
Blue Sky Service
Grease trap pumping & cleaning
Commercial grease trap pumping for restaurants, cafes, food trucks, and kitchens that need cleaner lines and dependable compliance habits.
Who it is for
Grease trap service is for restaurants, commercial kitchens, cafeterias, food prep spaces, and other businesses handling fats, oils, and grease.
Why it matters
A neglected trap can smell, slow down drains, clog plumbing, and interrupt service during the worst possible part of a shift.
How Blue Sky does it
Blue Sky pumps the trap, removes accumulated grease and solids, cleans the accessible interior, and helps you think through a sane service rhythm.
How often it is needed
Many commercial kitchens clean every 1-3 months. The 1/4 rule is the practical guide: clean when grease and solids reach about a quarter of the trap capacity.
Questions
Grease trap cleaning FAQs
How often should restaurants clean a grease trap?
A lot of kitchens need service every 1-3 months. Volume, menu, trap size, and local requirements can change the schedule.
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