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Grease Trap Cleaning in New York
A full grease trap means slow kitchen drains, bad odors and grease heading into your sewer line. We pump and clean traps and interceptors on a schedule that fits your kitchen.
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Quick answer: It depends on the trap size and how much grease your kitchen produces. Many operators follow a guideline of cleaning before grease and solids reach about a quarter of the trap's depth. Busy kitchens may need frequent service. Check your local sewer rules, and we can set a schedule based on what we find.
Every commercial kitchen produces fats, oils and grease, often called FOG. A grease trap or interceptor separates that grease from wastewater before it reaches the sewer. Grease floats, solids sink, and cleaner water flows out the middle. As the trap fills, it becomes less effective, and grease starts slipping into your drain lines and the municipal sewer, where it hardens into blockages. Fullerton Plumbing provides grease trap cleaning, sometimes called fat trap cleaning, for restaurants, cafes, bakeries, schools, institutional kitchens and other food service operations.
We service both under sink grease traps and larger in ground grease interceptors. That includes pumping out accumulated grease and solids, scraping and cleaning the walls and baffles, checking inlet and outlet pipes and inspecting for damage. We schedule service before opening or after closing so your kitchen stays open. If the line beyond the trap is clogged with grease, we can jet it on the same visit. You get an upfront quote before work starts, and the area is cleaned up before we leave.
Know the warning signs
Signs Your Grease Trap Needs Cleaning
- Kitchen sinks and floor drains are slow or backing up.
- Strong, rancid odors come from drains or the trap area.
- Grease is visible around the trap lid or on the kitchen floor.
- It has been longer than your usual pumping schedule since the last service.
- Water backs up into the kitchen during heavy dishwashing periods.
- Your local sewer authority flagged grease from your property.
What is included
What Our Grease Trap Cleaning Service Covers
- Grease interceptor pumping for in ground and outdoor units
- Under sink grease trap cleaning for smaller kitchens
- Scraping and cleaning of trap walls, baffles and lids
- Inlet and outlet line checks and grease line jetting
- Inspection and repair of baffles, gaskets and lids
- Service records for your files and recommended cleaning schedule
How it works
Our Grease Trap Cleaning Process
Inspect the Trap
We open the trap or interceptor, measure the grease and solids layers and check the baffles, inlet and outlet. That shows how full the trap is and whether anything inside is damaged or blocked.
Pump and Clean
We remove the accumulated grease, solids and wastewater, then scrape and clean the walls, baffles and lid. A clean trap separates grease far better than one coated with old buildup.
Check Lines and Parts
We check inlet and outlet pipes for grease blockages and inspect gaskets, lids and baffles. If the line beyond the trap is clogged, we can jet it. Needed repairs are quoted upfront.
Set a Schedule
Based on how fast your trap fills, we recommend a cleaning frequency and document each service for your records. Visits are scheduled around your kitchen hours to avoid disrupting service.
New York plumbing
Grease Traps and New York Kitchens
New York has a huge and varied food service industry, from dense restaurant corridors in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens to diners, pizzerias and college town eateries in Albany, Troy, Syracuse, Ithaca, Rochester and Buffalo. Many operate in older buildings with original cast iron drain lines, where grease clings to rough pipe walls and builds up fast. Cold upstate winters make grease harden quicker in exterior and basement lines. Many municipalities have rules about grease interceptors and keeping grease out of the public sewer, so regular cleaning helps you avoid backups and problems with your local sewer authority.
If your kitchen drains are slowing or your trap is overdue, call Fullerton at (518) 776-7838. We answer 24/7 from our Albany base and serve food service businesses across New York State. We will clean your trap or interceptor, check the lines and set a schedule that fits your kitchen, with an upfront quote every time and service hours that keep your doors open.
Pricing
What Affects the Cost of Grease Trap Cleaning
Grease trap cleaning cost depends on the size and type of trap or interceptor, how full it is and how often it is serviced. Small under sink traps are quicker than large in ground interceptors. Heavy, hardened buildup from overdue service takes more time to remove. Access, location and disposal of the waste matter. Jetting the line beyond the trap or replacing damaged parts adds to the job. Regular service usually means simpler visits. We give you an upfront quote before work starts.
Call (518) 776-7838 for an upfront quote. We answer 24/7 and explain the price before any work starts.
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What Customers Say About Fullerton
★★★★★
They came through and helped our store out, when pipes froze. They were speedy and professional by all means, highly recommended.
Francisco CorreaGoogle review, January 2025
★★★★★
Great fast service. Darrel was quick to analyze the problem and and cleared it cleared it up in short order. Thanks very much!
Robert TurnerGoogle review, January 2025
★★★★★
Called for an emergency off hours drain clog. Shaq came sooner than had indicated, got the drain unclog and made sure water was draining smoothly. Professional courteous and fair price. I will definitely use Fullerton again and recommend!
Luke PotoskiGoogle review, January 2025
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Grease Trap Cleaning Near You
We provide grease trap cleaning across New York State from our Albany base, with daily coverage throughout the Capital Region.
FAQ
Grease Trap Cleaning Questions, Answered
It depends on the trap size and how much grease your kitchen produces. Many operators follow a guideline of cleaning before grease and solids reach about a quarter of the trap's depth. Busy kitchens may need frequent service. Check your local sewer rules, and we can set a schedule based on what we find.
A grease trap is usually a smaller unit installed under or near a sink. A grease interceptor is a larger tank, often in ground or outside, that serves a whole kitchen. Both separate fats, oils and grease from wastewater before it reaches the sewer.
Grease and solids build up until the trap stops separating effectively. Grease then flows into your drain lines and the sewer, causing slow drains, backups, odors and possible problems with your local sewer authority. Overdue traps also take longer to clean.
Yes. We schedule grease trap cleaning before opening, after closing or overnight so it does not interfere with service. Odors are contained as much as possible, and the area is cleaned before your staff returns, so the kitchen is ready for prep and service on time.
Yes. Fat trap, grease trap and grease interceptor cleaning all refer to removing fats, oils, grease and food solids from the device that keeps them out of the sewer. The process is the same: pump, clean, inspect and document, on a schedule that keeps your kitchen draining freely.
Yes. Grease can build up in the lines feeding the trap and in the line beyond it. We can hydro jet those lines during the same visit to restore full flow and help prevent backups in the kitchen. Combining the two usually means fewer emergency calls between scheduled services.
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