The price to clean a grease trap can vary based on the condition, size, accessibility, and availability.  Grease traps that have been neglected or has not been serviced regularly will cost more versus grease traps that are maintained regularly.  

Metal grease trap that are leaking can be repaired if the structure and component is not completely deteriorated.  

Though when a grease trap has fully rotted and its components are no longer in place or has disintegrated the only option will be to replace the unit.

Both devices are designed to trap or intercept majority of the fats, oils, grease, and food solid waste from entering the sanitary sewer line.  

What separates these devices apart is its sizing and effectiveness.  Grease traps are smaller typically lower than 50 gallons while grease interceptor sizes can vary starting from 750 gallons.

Because of its size, grease traps require more frequent monthly cleaning while grease interceptors are serviced every quarter. 

If you have recently cleaned your grease trap or grease interceptor and all of a sudden it’s starts overflowing, it is likely that the exit line from the device to the sewer may have a blockage that need to be cleared. 

To prevent or stop the overflow, we recommend hydro jetting the main line removing all obstruction and build up that is preventing the waste waste from draining into the sewer line.