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Grease Trap Pumping Services in Tampa Bay

Managing grease waste is a routine part of kitchen services when you run a restaurant, grocery store, hotel, or franchise kitchen. However, grease disposal can be a dirty job, and may be difficult with Florida’s strict regulations. ACE Septic & Waste provides professional grease trap pumping and wastewater services for franchises and commercial food operators across Florida. With locations in Land O’ Lakes, Lecanto, Tampa, and Lakeland, we’re the trusted partner for businesses that want dependable service, complete documentation, and peace of mind.

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Why Grease Trap Pumping Matters

Grease traps and interceptors are essential components in commercial kitchens. They capture fats, oils, and grease (FOG) before these substances can enter your plumbing and clog municipal wastewater systems. When a grease trap isn’t cleaned regularly, it can overflow or block drainage lines, leading to foul odors, shutdowns, and costly fines from local enforcement agencies.

Regular grease trap pumping ensures:

Your system functions as designed

You remain in compliance with local and state regulations

Emergency backups and environmental contamination are avoided

Health department inspections are passed without issue

Most Florida counties, including Hillsborough and Polk, require routine maintenance logs for grease traps. That’s why we don’t just pump and leave. ACE always provides complete service records to help keep your business compliant.

Complete Commercial Wastewater Services

We offer more than just grease trap cleaning. Our services cover all aspects of commercial wastewater system management for restaurants and franchises in Tampa Bay:

Grease Trap Pumping

Scheduled and on-call pumping of interior and exterior grease traps. We remove all waste, scrub down interior walls, and provide waste manifests for compliance.

Hydro Jetting & Drain Cleaning

A high-pressure jetting of lateral lines and kitchen drains clears residual grease buildup and prevents blockages in lines connected to grease traps or sewer mains.

Lift Station Maintenance

For properties with pump stations, we provide comprehensive cleaning, float checks, control panel service, and 24/7 emergency repairs.

FOG Management & Biological Additives

We offer enzyme and bacteria treatment programs to break down grease between pump-outs and improve trap performance. These programs are ideal for high-volume kitchens.

Compliance Documentation

After every service, we provide complete reports, pumping logs, and disposal manifests to meet city and county health regulations.

Emergency Spill Response

Overflowed trap? Backed-up floor drains? We’re available 24/7 for FOG-related emergencies with vacuum trucks and containment cleanup.

Custom Service for Franchise Operators

Running multiple locations? ACE Septic & Waste has experience working with national chains, regional franchises, and multi-unit operators. Our team offers:

Coordinated scheduling for multiple locations
Flexible service windows to avoid disrupting operations
Single point-of-contact account management
Grouped billing and maintenance record tracking
Route optimization for cost-efficient service

Whether you operate a single location in Lakeland or Pinellas or dozens across Tampa Bay, we simplify your wastewater maintenance with one consistent, trusted provider.

Stay in Compliance and Avoid Fines

Florida municipalities enforce strict guidelines around grease trap pumping and FOG management. Failure to comply can lead to penalties, inspection failures, or operational shutdowns.

ACE helps you stay ahead of issues by:

Keeping your grease trap below fill limits

Reporting problems before they affect your operations

Providing clear documentation for health and plumbing inspectors

Helping meet required frequencies (often every 30, 60, or 90 days)

If you’re unsure whether you’re in compliance, give us a call. We’ll inspect your setup, pump if needed, and get you on the right schedule with a commercial services maintenance plan customized for your business.

Why Restaurants Choose ACE Septic & Waste

ACE Septic is licensed, experienced, and fully equipped to support commercial wastewater clients throughout Tampa Bay and Central Florida. We hold plumbing, electrical, and CBC licenses, allowing us to handle every part of your wastewater system with zero subcontractors.

  • Franchises choose us because we provide: Grease trap and lift station experts
  • Eco-conscious waste removal
  • Local technicians familiar with city regulations
  • Fast response times for emergency calls
  • Transparent pricing and routine service plans that can’t afford downtime or surprises.

From a single café to a regional food chain, we’re trusted by businesses throughout central Florida that can’t afford downtime or surprises.

Schedule Service or Join a Maintenance Plan

We make it easy to manage your grease waste with predictable service and no stress. You can book individual pump-outs online or enroll in a custom maintenance plan designed for your location’s volume and operating hours that keeps your business running cleanly and confidently.

Let’s protect your plumbing, stay compliant with all local regulations, and ensure your operation runs without interruption.

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Frequently Asked Questions for Franchise and Restaurant Owners

How often should I schedule grease trap pumping?

Most restaurants need grease trap pumping scheduled every 1 to 3 months, depending on volume and local regulations. High-traffic locations or those serving fried or oily foods may require more frequent service.

What happens if I don't pump my grease trap regularly?

Neglecting grease trap maintenance can lead to backups, slow drains, foul odors, and even fines from local health or wastewater authorities. It can also impact your kitchen operations and customer experience.

Does ACE provide documentation for health inspections?

ACE Septic & Waste provides detailed service records and manifests after each visit, which can be shared with health inspectors and local regulatory agencies.

Can ACE service multiple locations under a single account?

Absolutely! We work with franchise groups and regional managers to coordinate service across multiple stores, offering streamlined scheduling and billing.

Do you offer emergency grease trap services?

If your kitchen is backing up or you suspect a blockage, ACE offers 24/7 emergency response to minimize downtime and prevent health code violations.

Are there other services I should schedule alongside grease trap cleaning?

Yes. Many franchise owners also schedule storm drain cleaning, line jetting, and quarterly lift station inspections with their grease trap maintenance to avoid unexpected issues and keep their systems running efficiently.

Headquarters: 8005 Land O' Lakes Blvd, Land O' Lakes, FL., 34638

Tampa: 8602 Temple Terrace HWY C14, Tampa, Fl. 33637

Lakeland: 3151 Bartow Rd. Lakeland, Fl. 33803

Lecanto 3410 W. Crigger Ct. Lecanto, Fl. 34461

Satellite Office: 100 S. Ashley Dr S Suite 600, Tampa, Fl. 33602

Satellite Office: 8270 Woodland Center Blvd, Tampa, Fl. 33614

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ACE is your Tampa Bay and Central Florida septic company to inspect, maintain, repair and install septic systems of all types and sizes. We’ve been Tampa’s trusted septic services provider since 1974 and continue to expand our reach throughout the region.

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