A: The average install for a small grease trap (0-100 gallons) is between $250 and $1500. The average cost for the installation of a new grease trap (750-1500) is between $4,000 and $8,500. Grease recovery devices cost between $3,500 and $6,000.
Why are grease traps so expensive?
With these traps, food and debris particles are caught before they pile up and pose an environmental or plumbing threat. Because of these specific requirements, grease traps are traditionally more expensive than other plumbing operations.
How big a grease trap do I need?
L x W x D to give you X as the capacity of the sink then X/231 to give you Y as the flow rate in gallons per minute (GPM). Then Y multiplied by 0.75 to give you the size of the grease trap you will need for your commercial kitchen. The flow rate you get is what’s recommended for that particular grease trap.
How long do grease traps last?
On average, steel grease traps last 5-8 years. They can be quite heavy, if buried indoors (in a concrete or tiled floor, for example) can be quite difficult to replace.
Do plumbers install grease traps?
Installations & Replacements for Grease Traps Our commercial plumbers can replace your grease trap or install one in your commercial kitchen to protect our plumbing. We’re experienced and helpful.
What happens to grease trap waste?
After the grease trap is thoroughly cleaned, the grease trap cleaning company will take the waste to a treatment facility. There are a few different ways grease trap waste can be recycled. This solidified waste can be mixed with sawdust, moss and wood chips containing microbes and left to compost.
How often should grease traps be cleaned?
every one to three months
How often should grease traps be cleaned? The frequency of restaurant grease trap cleanings vary with how often the kitchen produces FOGS. On average, cleanings should be performed every one to three months.
What is the maximum rate of flow through a grease trap?
20 gallons per minute
Grease Trap Sizing Using Gravity Flow Rates According to the Uniform Plumbing Code, the maximum flow rate for a waste diameter pipe is 20 gallons per minute (GMP).
How often do restaurants clean grease traps?
The frequency of restaurant grease trap cleanings vary with how often the kitchen produces FOGS. On average, cleanings should be performed every one to three months. Restaurants, cafeterias and other commercial kitchens are advised to set up a regular service schedule to avoid missing critical cleanings.
How much does a grease trap cost to install?
What you can do to find the size of your grease trap is look at the manifests from your last pumping or look at the plumbing schematics of your building. The cost for having a 1000 – 1500 gal grease trap is between $225 – $315 per pumping, assuming that you sign up for an extended service program with a given grease hauler.
How much does a commercial grease interceptor cost?
We provide flat pricing for commercial grease interceptors across metro regions as below: Canberra grease interceptor price: $260+GST for a 1000-litre grease interceptor Newcastle and Central Coast grease interceptor price: $220+GST for a 1000-litre grease interceptor Darwin grease interceptor price: $350+GST for a 1000-litre grease interceptor
What kind of grease trap do I need for my truck?
These all-welded steel Gravity Grease Interceptors are manufactured by Rockford Separators and can be installed above grade or flush with grade. Each is equipped with a removable 3/8″ nonskid diamond tread plate cover for flush-Grade Installation. The large capacity grease trap units come standard with heavy truck traffic load rating (H-20).
How long does it take to pump a grease trap?
The first trap would take a pumper about 20 minutes. The second trap would take two workers 2-4 hours to complete. In other words, these two prices are the two extremes of grease trap pumping costs.
