Grease Trap Installation Services in Boston
All food-related businesses in Boston, MA are required to install a grease trap or grease interceptor for them to operate legally. However, grease trap installation is not the only requirement to keep in mind. The local authorities also require that these traps or interceptors are regularly maintained through frequent pumping and cleaning. When it comes to adherence to set regulations, the City of Boston has a department who is responsible for conducting inspections and following up on restaurants that fail to comply. All this effort is to prevent hazardous FOG from reaching the sewer systems of the City.
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, which also means that it has developed a unique cuisine that has something for every pallet. From the famous fish and fries to the oyster delicacies and the traditional baked beans, Bostonians have a thing for food. This wide variety of cuisine also means that restaurants in the City need a lot of fat and therefore release a lot of brown greases. This is why grease traps or interceptors are installed in all commercial kitchens in Boston- to prevent the FOG from contaminating the City sewers.
Both grease traps and interceptors work in the same way- trapping grease before it can reach the City sewer system. However, because of the high volume of oil produced by the kitchens in the City, officials have created the 25% rule, which requires traps to be emptied when they reach 25% capacity. This regular pumping ensures that grease traps continue to function correctly.
Regular grease trap pumping is also required for small scale kitchens such as office cafeterias, school kitchens, church kitchens, hospital kitchens, church kitchens, and special needs facility cafeterias. Small scale kitchens can install a little grease trap, but large scale kitchens need to use a grease interceptor, which as large capacity.
The size and type of grease trap you install for your business depends on several factors. For one, the amount of grease you use daily and the number of fatty dishes you serve can influence the size you need. Another issue is the size of your kitchen. Whatever the case, the local City Code has specific guidelines that need to be followed before installing. Our team can offer professional advice that will help you make the best decisions.
Grease traps Vs. Grease interceptor
Grease traps and interceptors basically have the same function but differ in terms of capacity. The Local City Officials have specific guidelines that determine which of the two your business needs.
Grease interceptors have high capacities of 750 to 4000 gallons and are therefore ideal for large commercial kitchens or kitchens that use a lot of oil like fast-food chains. The installation process of a grease interceptor is a little complicated and can take a few days or up to weeks. This is because grease interceptors require excavation for underground chambers that are located outside your kitchen. Because of this factor, installation is costly.
Grease traps are smaller and only allowed for small kitchens like cafes or restaurants that don’t use a lot of oil in their cooking. The good thing about grease traps is that they can be installed within the day, and installation is affordable. On the negative side, the small capacity means that the traps fill up with oil faster, which also means more frequent pumping is necessary.
The pros and cons of each system lie in terms of the cost of installation and long-term maintenance. Grease traps require monthly cleaning, while interceptors can do with pumping three times a year. The high upfront cost for installing grease interceptors can be worth it in the long run because of the less frequent pumping.
The Boston City Code has specific guidelines regarding which of the two you need for your business. Our team of experts can also guide you through the installation process and ensure that you make wise decisions. When we send one of our experts to your business, they will need to know the following:
- The amount of greasy food you serve and how regular you predict pumping
- Your budget
- Whether you have the time and resources to install a grease interceptor
The cost of grease trap installation in Boston
Grease trap installation costs depend on several factors, such as the logistics involved for the installation. Kitchens that have space for the installation of chambers near the kitchen in an accessible location will have a lower installation fee than those that are further away from the kitchen.
In general terms, grease trap installation can start from 2,500 dollars while grease interceptor installation can reach 15,000 dollars or more. These are just estimates, and the final cost can only be determined once a professional does an on-site visit.
If you are a large scale kitchen, you should be prepared financially to install a grease interceptor because this is likely required. However, the City code will have the final say as to where your company fits in and if you can do with a smaller and cheaper grease trap.
What next?
Get in touch with us so we can schedule an on-site visit from one of our experts and provide you with a free estimate on your grease trap cleaning services. We insist on such an inspection because we believe in a tailored approach to costing. Only after our team has the necessary information can we supply you with a close estimate for grease trap pumping services.
Call Boston Grease Trap Pumping today and leave all your grease trap concerns to us. We have decades of experience in the industry and have 100% customer satisfaction. Give us a call at 617-553-1789.
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