What is a Grease Trap?

Running a restaurant or any food service establishment is no easy feat, and one of the less glamorous tasks is dealing with your grease trap. If you're new to the game, you might be asking yourself, "What's a grease trap and why do I need to empty it?" A grease trap is a large container that separates fats, oils, and grease (FOG) from the wastewater before it enters the sewer system. By doing this, it helps prevent blockages and backups that can cause serious problems and costly repairs.

Now that you know what it is, let's talk about why and how you need to empty it. Over time, all that FOG starts to add up and your grease trap will get full. If you don't take care of it, you'll end up with a stinky, overflowing mess on your hands. So, it's time to get that grease trap emptied and keep your establishment running smoothly.

Why choose Clearmasters?

The first step to getting your grease trap emptied is to find a reputable service provider. Well, you found us! We are fully experienced and equipped to handle the job safely and efficiently. You don't want just anyone emptying your grease trap – trust us.

"i get all the best jobs!"

Emptying your grease trap may not be the most exciting thing on your to-do list, but it's a necessary task to keep your food service establishment running smoothly. With a reputable service provider and a little bit of preparation, you can make the process quick, efficient, and relatively painless. So, say goodbye to that stinky grease trap and keep your establishment running like a well-oiled machine.


Why choose clearmasters
for your cesspit maintenance?

Quite simply, we are the best!

We are always on hand, whether it be a routine visit, or an emergency call out to offer you the very best in cesspit emptying. We pride ourselves on having a modern fleet of vehicles containing the highest tech equipment to ensure that we can provide you with the high levels of reliability and efficiency that we constantly achieve.

Our friendly and knowledgeable office team, are always available to discuss or advise on any of your cesspit requirements or simply to schedule in your cesspit emptying at a convenient time and date that suits you.

On site, our team of dedicated, friendly and fully trained engineers will ensure that your emptying is carried out to the highest standard with minimal disruption. Our engineers are always willing and fully encouraged to spend time answering any questions you may have regarding your sewage system.

Frequently asked questions

How do i know my cesspit needs emptying?

Don't fancy opening the lid and taking a look? We don't blame you! Slow drains, nasty odours and gurgling pipes are the most common signs. We can check if your not sure.

What happens if i dont get my cesspit emptied?

Your drains will stop flowing and back up, eventually it will overflow and make a mess of your garden and damage the surrounding environment.

Do i need to worry if i am planing to get an extention done?

You need to think about the capacity of the tank, maybe a good time to look at having a septic tank or treatment plant installed whist you're at it.

I think my cesspit is leaking.

A sign of this will be pooling water, ground dipping and the grass around the cesspit growing faster than the rest. In this scenario its best to get our team out to inspect/repair.

Can i change my cesspit to something more modern?

This depends on the land/space you have but, in most cases, yes! Outlaying for a lower maintenance system could save you a lot in the long run!

Does a cesspit need to be registered?

You don't need to register your cesspit. That said, if you plan to install a new one you will need planning permission and building regulations approval.