Grease Traps Cleaning & Maintenance Services
Filta provides professional grease trap cleaning and fat trap cleaning services designed to keep your commercial kitchen compliant, clean, and efficient.
Our expert engineers specialise in commercial grease trap cleaning, using safe and effective methods to remove FOG (Fats, Oils and Grease) build-up. We help you avoid costly blockages, foul odours, and potential fines — while ensuring your kitchen runs smoothly every day.
Whether you manage a restaurant, hotel, school, or hospital, Filta is one of the best grease trap cleaning companies in the UK, offering nationwide service and full Environment Agency licensing for safe FOG waste disposal.
Why Choose Filta for Your Grease Trap Cleaning?
Expert Engineers: Trained professionals using safe and efficient grease trap cleaning techniques.
Regulatory Compliance: Fully licensed FOG waste carriers, compliant with environmental regulations.
Nationwide Coverage: Locally employed engineers serving commercial kitchens across the UK.
Minimal Disruption: Cleaning scheduled around your operations for maximum convenience.
Grease Trap Cleaning for Commercial Kitchens
Every busy kitchen relies on a functioning grease trap to prevent FOG from entering the drainage system. Without proper grease trap cleaning and maintenance, your fat trap can quickly overflow, causing unpleasant smells, slow-draining sinks, and even fatbergs in local sewer networks.
At Filta, our grease trap cleaning services are tailored to your business needs. We ensure your fat traps are cleaned thoroughly and your waste is disposed of legally, giving you complete peace of mind.
Restaurants
Restaurant kitchens produce large volumes of FOG daily. Regular fat trap cleaning and grease trap services help prevent blockages that could interrupt service. Filta’s engineers work around your schedule to carry out cleans efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to your operations.
Hotels
Hotels rely on consistent kitchen performance. Our grease trap service keeps your systems clean, helping maintain high hygiene standards and a pleasant environment for guests and staff alike.
Schools and Education
Canteens and school kitchens must comply with hygiene and environmental regulations. Our grease trap cleaning team ensures your systems are properly maintained, reducing odours and avoiding drainage issues during busy lunchtimes.
Hospitals
In hospitals and healthcare settings, cleanliness and compliance are essential. Filta’s grease trap cleaning keeps drainage systems clear and sanitary, supporting safe food preparation and waste management.
Importance of Professional Grease Trap Cleaning and Maintenance
Without regular grease trap cleaning, the collected FOG can exceed capacity, causing pollution, foul smells, and even prosecution under the Water Industry Act 1991. Typical cleaning should occur every 90 days, though frequency depends on kitchen size and usage. If your trap is more than 25% full of grease, it’s time for a clean. Filta’s trained engineers assess your site and design a grease management plan tailored to your business, ensuring compliance and preventing unexpected drainage problems.
Grease Trap Maintenance and Management Solutions All in One Place with Filta
As one of the best grease trap cleaning companies in the UK, Filta offers everything you need for effective grease management. Our service includes:
Full FOG removal and safe waste disposal
Silt and residue clearing from your trap
Deep cleaning of all surfaces
Waste Transfer Notes for full compliance
Optional odour control using Filta’s Odour Guard
Enzyme dosing units that break down residual FOG, reducing smells and keeping your system flowing freely
Discover our full range of Grease Management Solutions to see how Filta can support your business end-to-end.
Read more about grease trap cleaning and answer all your questions in our Grease Trap Cleaning FAQ article.
Speak to Our Grease Trap Cleaning Experts
Filta’s nationwide engineers deliver reliable, compliant, and environmentally responsible grease trap cleaning services to commercial kitchens across the UK.
Keep your kitchen compliant and running smoothly with Filta’s professional grease trap cleaning and maintenance.
Call us on 01788 550 100 or contact us online to book your service today.
Most grease traps require cleaning every three months, but this varies depending on usage. Heavy-use kitchens, such as restaurants or hotels, may need more frequent servicing. Filta’s experts can recommend a cleaning schedule tailored to your site.
If grease traps are neglected, FOG can overflow into drainage systems, causing blockages, foul odours, and potential fines from local authorities. In severe cases, this can lead to kitchen closures or environmental contamination.
Odours are usually caused by FOG and food waste build-up. Regular fat trap cleaning is the best solution. Avoid pouring food waste or liquids down the sink, and consider installing a biological dosing unit to break down grease and reduce smells.