F.A.Q.
Frequently Asked
There are many variations of passages of Lorem Ipsum available, but the majority have suffered alteration in some form, by injected humour, or randomised words
We Provide Grease & Interceptor Cleaning, Used Cooking Oil Collection Throughout These Areas:
Alameda County: Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Dublin, Emeryville, Fremont, Hayward, Livermore, Newark, Oakland, Piedmont, Pleasanton, San Leandro, Union City
Contra Costa County: Antioch, Brentwood, Clayton, Concord, Danville, El Cerrito, Hercules, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Oakley, Orinda, Pinole, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill, Richmond, San Pablo, San Ramon, Walnut Creek
Marin County: Belvedere, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Larkspur, Mill Valley, Novato, Ross, San Anselmo, San Rafael, Sausalito, Tiburon
Napa County: American Canyon, Calistoga, Napa, St. Helena, Yountville
San Francisco County: San Francisco
San Mateo County: Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Colma, Daly City, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo, South San Francisco, Woodside
Santa Clara County: Campbell, Cupertino, Gilroy, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos, Milpitas, Monte Sereno, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Palo Alto, San Jose, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Sunnyvale
Solano County: Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun City, Vacaville, Vallejo
Sonoma County: Cloverdale, Cotati, Healdsburg, Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, Sonoma, Windsor
Since grease traps are smaller than grease interceptors, it is highly recommended that they be fully pumped and cleaned every 30 days or whenever the FOGS (fats, oils, grease, and solids) to wastewater ratio exceeds 25%. For larger grease interceptors over 500 gallons, a longer interval of up to 90 days is generally sufficient, or when the FOGS content reaches 25%. Proper cleaning of these units requires complete removal of all contents to be considered fully serviced. It is important to note that FOGS recovery devices trap not only grease but also settled solids. To ensure effective capture of food solids at the bottom of the tank, the units must be fully pumped down to the floor, guaranteeing the system operates efficiently and remains compliant with local regulations.
It’s normal for your grease trap or interceptor to appear full even just a few days after cleaning. The only time these units are completely empty is immediately after they are pumped out or newly installed. When water is used in the kitchen, it flows into the device carrying FOGS (fats, oils, grease, and solids) from food waste. The unit’s purpose is to trap this FOGS while allowing the water to safely flow into the sanitary sewer. Over time, grease and solids naturally accumulate in the device, so it may look full but is still functioning properly.
However, if you notice liquids escaping or leaking from the top of the lids, this could indicate a blockage or plumbing issue that is preventing wastewater from exiting the device. In that case, it may require inspection and repair to ensure proper operation.
Bay Area Grease Company pays top dollar for commercial bulk amounts of all types of food-grade oils, including used cooking oil, expired oil, out-of-code oil, and any excess oil from your kitchen or food manufacturing facility. This includes:
Vegetable oil
Canola oil
Olive oil
Peanut oil
Soybean oil
Sunflower oil
Corn oil
Coconut oil
Palm oil
Blended cooking oils
Animal fats such as lard or tallow
We specialize in handling large volumes from fryers, grills, and other commercial kitchen or food manufacturing equipment. Our team provides reliable, timely collection throughout the Bay Area, ensuring your facility stays clean, compliant, and environmentally responsible while helping you maximize the value of your waste oil.