Grease arrestors, also known as grease traps, are essential for maintaining the efficiency and safety of your wastewater disposal system. They trap the fats, oils, and grease (FOG waste) that commercial kitchens generate through their day-to-day operations.
A grease arrestor system is installed between your kitchen drains and sewer connection, making it a key part of wastewater management. If your wastewater system is not properly maintained, you risk causing blockages, which can lead to unnecessary plumbing costs, fines and legal penalties.
At SAGGERS Liquid Waste, we specialise in the professional removal of grease trap waste from grease arrestor systems, ensuring they operate effectively and comply with safety and environmental requirements. After starting out in Mandurah, we have expanded our services to Perth and its surrounds.
Regular maintenance of your grease arrestor is crucial to prevent fats and food solids waste from entering and clogging the main sewer lines. Grease arrestor cleaning helps avoid costly blockages by removing liquid waste safely. The appropriate disposal of trade waste also ensures that your business complies with the Health and Safety standards set by local authorities.
Failure to regularly pump out your grease arrestor can have significant consequences. As well as fines and additional plumbing costs, you also risk:
We’ll begin by inspecting the inlet and outlet pipes and assessing the overall condition of the grease arrestor system and trap surfaces.
After the pre-service inspection, we’ll pump out the FOG waste from the grease trap.
Once we’ve removed the FOG waste, we’ll dispose of it and conduct a deep clean of the grease arrestor, including washing and scraping the walls and baffles. We’ll also deodorise the system and replace any damaged components if necessary.
After cleaning and pumping out the system, we’ll conduct a post-service inspection and report on its condition and any areas of concern. By doing this, we ensure the ongoing quality and performance of your grease arrestor.
We’ll always send our compliance report to the Water Corporation within seven days of completing pump-outs. That way, you can rest easy knowing you’ve met your regulatory obligations.
We conduct grease arrestor pump-outs according to the frequency requirements set by the Water Corporation. These requirements are based on the size and type of your arrestor and the volume of wastewater your business produces. This frequency is a key condition of your Industrial Waste Permit, which authorises you to discharge waste into the sewer system.
To minimise any inconvenience to your business and customers, we typically pump grease arrestors early in the morning. This pre-scheduled waste management solution prevents disturbances during peak business hours and reduces the impact of potential odours or noise for you and your neighbours.
If your grease arrestor is located in a locked area, we will coordinate with you to ensure access for servicing. Our team promptly reports your grease trap servicing record and any required actions to the Water Corporation within seven days of the pump-out, helping you maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
Keeping the area around your grease arrestor clear of rubbish, boxes, stock, and vehicles is crucial for maintaining accessibility and functionality. Regular maintenance helps prevent fats from ending up in the main sewer lines, which could otherwise lead to severe blockages, costly repairs and fines or legal penalties.
We also offer soakwell installations to effectively manage stormwater runoff for your business. Learn more about it here.
If you need professional grease arrestor services or it’s time for your regular maintenance check, don’t hesitate to contact us today. Our team is ready to deliver efficient, compliant, and hassle-free service.
Contact SAGGERS Liquid Waste today to schedule your next grease arrestor service and keep your system running smoothly.
