Grease Interceptor Pumping

Portland / Vancouver Metro - The Dalles - Hermiston OR & Tri Cities WA

If your business serves food, then you know all about fats, oils, and grease – also known as FOG. A key part of managing FOG is regularly maintaining and pumping your grease interceptor. Backups, overflows, and equipment failures can disrupt daily operations and create an unsafe environment. Keeping up on your grease interceptor pumping and maintenance is a must for keeping your kitchen clean, safe, and productive.

At Speedy Septic, we are committed to providing you with dependable and fast grease interceptor pumping service at an affordable price. See why our team is recognized by the Preferred Pumper Program for our superior standard of cleaning and reporting – call us today to schedule your interceptor pump-out in Portland OR, Vancouver WA, and the surrounding area!

Our Process for Grease Interceptor Pumping

At Speedy Septic, our systematic approach helps restaurant owners and managers in the Portland area stay on top of grease management – and keep their peace of mind. When you work with us, here’s what you can expect:

1. Initial System Inspection: We begin with a thorough inspection of your current system. This includes checking the trap capacity, precisely measuring grease levels, and identifying any signs of wear, damage, or potential issues.
2. Complete Pump-Out and Removal: Next, we use our specialized equipment to completely pump out all accumulated grease, solids, and wastewater. Our service is not just a pump-out; we go deeper.
3. Deep Cleaning and Buildup Removal: We then perform a rigorous pressure washing of the interior walls and baffles to effectively remove all stubborn, caked-on buildup. This deep cleaning is vital for improving efficiency and extending the working life of your equipment.
4. Final Inspection and Compliance Check: To conclude, we conduct a detailed final inspection to verify that everything is functioning correctly. We check the integrity of the inlet and outlet pipes, test the baffles, and confirm that your system meets all local regulatory codes. Should we discover any issues, we will immediately inform you and provide professional recommendations for necessary repairs.

How Often Should You Pump Your Grease Interceptor?

Here in Portland and Vancouver, routine grease interceptor maintenance and pumping is required by law. If you’ve exceeded the required pumping interval, you may still face fine – Even if your grease interceptor is working and not yet full.

The frequency with which you must pump your grease interceptor comes down to the size of your business. Make sure you know the specific requirements for your business.

• Large businesses: 14 days
• Medium-sized businesses: 30 days
• Small businesses: 90 days

Why Do I Need Grease Interceptor Pumping?

Your grease interceptor is a crucial component of your business – and regular pumping is required by law. Failing to pump your grease interceptor can lead to costly issues for your business, including:

• Catastrophic back-ups and clogs that can completely shut down your kitchen
• Serious sanitation issues
• Violations of city rules, leading to hefty fines
• Foul odors and bacterial growth
• Widespread plumbing problems

How Do Grease Interceptors Work?

Putting fats, oils, and grease (FOG) down your drain can lead to serious plumbing problems because all of these substances harden and create backups as they cool down. Grease interceptors are plumbing devices that are designed to separate FOG from regular wastewater to prevent it from blocking drainage pipes.

1. Grease interceptors work by placing all of the FOG and wastewater into a special tank.
2. As the FOG cools and hardens, a displacement pipe filters out the clear wastewater into a second tank that connects to regular drainage pipes.
3. The FOG remains in the first pipe until it is pumped out by a professional.

Call Your Local Grease Interceptor Pumping Experts

Maintaining your grease interceptors is a crucial part of keeping your kitchen in great working order. With the experts at Speedy Septic, grease interceptor pumping can be a fast and seamless process. Our skilled team has years of experience providing this service to businesses throughout the Portland OR area, so we are familiar with all of the local compliance and reporting requirements.

We strive to bring you the best service possible, so it doesn’t have to be difficult or frustrating to keep your business running smoothly. Contact us today!

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