Grease Trap Cleaning & Pump-Out in Sydney & NSW
Scheduled and emergency grease trap pump-outs for commercial kitchens, restaurants, cafés, and food processing sites. Fully licensed liquid waste transport, compliance reporting, and no lock-in contracts — keeping your trade waste agreement in order and your kitchen running.
Full pump-out, wash-down, and compliance reporting — every visit
What Is Grease Trap Cleaning?
Grease trap cleaning is the scheduled pump-out and cleaning of a grease trap or grease arrestor — a plumbing device installed under or near a commercial kitchen sink line that captures fats, oils, and grease (FOG) before wastewater reaches the sewer. Over time, trapped FOG solidifies and builds up, reducing the trap's capacity and increasing the risk of odour, pest activity, and sewer blockages if it isn't pumped out and cleaned on a regular schedule.
Commercial food businesses in NSW are typically required under their Trade Waste Agreement with the local water utility (such as Sydney Water) to maintain a grease trap or arrestor and have it serviced at a set minimum frequency. Zero Waste Services provides fully licensed liquid waste pump-out, cleaning, and disposal — with compliance documentation supplied after every visit to support your Trade Waste Agreement obligations.
⚠️ A Neglected Grease Trap Is a Compliance and Business Risk
An overflowing or infrequently serviced grease trap is one of the leading causes of sewer blockages traced back to a single food business, and water utilities can and do investigate the source. Breaching your Trade Waste Agreement servicing frequency can result in fines, on-the-spot penalty notices, and in serious cases suspension of your trade waste approval — effectively stopping your kitchen from legally discharging wastewater. Call 1300 0WASTE to set up a compliant servicing schedule before it becomes a problem.
Grease Trap & FOG Management Services
From a single under-sink grease trap to a full in-ground arrestor servicing a large commercial kitchen, we scale to your equipment and volume.
Grease Trap Pump-Out
Full vacuum pump-out of trapped fats, oils, grease, and solids from under-sink and in-ground grease traps, with waste transported to a licensed liquid waste facility.
Trap Wash-Down & Cleaning
Interior cleaning of the trap after pump-out, removing residual solids and build-up from baffles and walls to restore full trap capacity and reduce odour.
Large Grease Arrestor Servicing
In-ground and larger-capacity grease arrestor pump-out for high-volume kitchens, food courts, and processing facilities requiring frequent or bulk-capacity service.
Scheduled Service Plans
Weekly, fortnightly, monthly, or quarterly servicing set to your kitchen's grease load and your water utility's Trade Waste Agreement requirements.
Emergency Blockage & Overflow Response
Priority same-day response for overflowing traps, kitchen backups, and blocked drain lines — minimising kitchen downtime and preventing a compliance breach.
Trade Waste Compliance Reporting
Service reports and waste transport documentation issued after every visit — ready to provide to your water utility if your Trade Waste Agreement is reviewed or audited.
Trap Sizing & Installation Advice
Guidance on correctly sized grease trap or arrestor equipment for a new fit-out or kitchen upgrade, in line with local water utility requirements.
Used Cooking Oil Collection
Separate collection of used cooking oil (UCO) alongside your grease trap service — keeping oil out of the trap and recycled into a usable product stream.
Grease Trap Cleaning in 5 Steps
From your first call to your compliance report — Zero Waste Services manages the full pump-out process, start to finish.
Free Site Assessment
Call 1300 0WASTE or request a quote online. We assess your trap type, size, kitchen volume, and current Trade Waste Agreement servicing requirement.
Recommended Service Schedule
We recommend a servicing frequency matched to your grease load and compliance obligation — weekly through to quarterly — with a transparent, itemised quote.
Vacuum Pump-Out
Our licensed vacuum tanker fully pumps out trapped FOG, solids, and wastewater from your trap or arrestor, minimising kitchen disruption.
Interior Clean & Restore
The trap interior, baffles, and lid are cleaned down, restoring full working capacity and reducing odour and pest attraction before we leave site.
Compliance Report Issued
You receive a service report and waste transport documentation after every visit — evidence of compliant servicing for your Trade Waste Agreement.
Local Grease Trap Experts You Can Trust
With 70 years of combined industry expertise, our team understands commercial kitchen operations and keeps your grease trap servicing compliant without disrupting service.
Licensed Liquid Waste Transport
Fully licensed for commercial liquid and trade waste collection, transport, and disposal to an approved facility — every load documented.
Scheduled Around Service Hours
Pump-outs booked before opening, after close, or during quiet periods — keeping the smell, noise, and disruption away from customers and service.
70 Years Combined Expertise
Our specialists have serviced grease traps across every commercial kitchen format in NSW — from single-site cafés to multi-site restaurant groups.
Audit-Ready Documentation
Service reports and waste transport records provided after every visit, ready to hand to your water utility if your Trade Waste Agreement is reviewed.
Emergency Response
Overflows and blockages don't wait for a scheduled visit. We offer priority emergency response across Sydney metro to get your kitchen back online fast.
Used Cooking Oil Recycling
Add UCO collection to your service to keep oil out of the trap entirely, reduce servicing frequency, and recycle a valuable waste stream.
Flexible Scheduling
One-off pump-outs or an ongoing service plan matched to your grease load. We adapt to your kitchen's needs, not a fixed contract schedule.
All Kitchen Sizes
From a single café under-sink trap to a large-format food court arrestor — services scale to your equipment and budget.
What Your Trade Waste Agreement Requires
Most commercial food businesses discharging wastewater to sewer in NSW operate under a Trade Waste Agreement with their local water utility, which typically sets minimum grease trap requirements.
- Install a correctly sized grease trap or arrestor for your kitchen's cooking volume
- Have the trap serviced at the minimum frequency set by your Trade Waste Agreement — often monthly or quarterly, more for high-volume kitchens
- Keep service records and waste transport documentation available for inspection
- Engage a licensed liquid waste contractor for every pump-out and disposal
- Report any overflow, blockage, or non-compliance to your water utility if required by your agreement
- Review your trap sizing and service frequency if your kitchen volume or menu changes significantly
- Pour used cooking oil, fat, or grease directly down a kitchen sink — even with a trap in place
- Skip or delay scheduled pump-outs to save cost — overflow risk and non-compliance both increase sharply once a trap is full
- Use unlicensed operators for grease trap waste collection — you remain responsible for where your waste ends up
- Attempt to clean or pump a grease trap yourself without appropriate PPE and disposal arrangements
- Allow a grease trap to overflow into stormwater — this is a pollution risk in addition to a sewer discharge breach
- Ignore recurring odour or slow drainage — these are early warning signs of an undersized or overdue trap
The Real Cost of a Neglected Grease Trap
An overflowing or overdue grease trap creates real financial and operational risk — from water utility penalties to unplanned kitchen closures.
Grease Trap Cleaning — Sydney Metro Rates
Pricing depends on trap size, access, and servicing frequency. Rates below are indicative for Sydney Metro — contact us for a confirmed itemised quote.
Small Under-Sink Trap
From $99 per pump-outCafés, small kitchens, and takeaway shops. Standard capacity under-sink or in-line traps.
Medium Grease Trap
From $180 per pump-outMid-size restaurants and commercial kitchens with moderate cooking volume and grease load.
Large / In-Ground Arrestor
POA per pump-outHigh-volume kitchens, food courts, and processing facilities. Priced by capacity, access, and volume pumped.
Scheduled Service Plan
Discounted vs. one-off pricingWeekly, fortnightly, monthly, or quarterly plans matched to your Trade Waste Agreement — typically reduces cost per service.
| Trap / Arrestor Type | Typical Setting | Indicative Rate | Recommended Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under-Sink / In-Line Trap | Cafés, takeaway, small kitchens | From $99/pump-out | Monthly – quarterly | Standard service |
| Medium Capacity Trap | Restaurants, pubs, mid-size kitchens | From $180/pump-out | Fortnightly – monthly | Standard service |
| Large In-Ground Arrestor | Food courts, hotels, processing sites | POA | Weekly – monthly | Volume-based pricing |
| Emergency Callout | Overflow, blockage, or backup | POA | As required | Priority same-day response |
| Used Cooking Oil Collection | Add-on to any trap service | POA / rebate possible | Matched to trap service | Recycled, not landfilled |
POA = Price on Application based on trap capacity, access, and volume. All prices are indicative for Sydney Metro and exclude GST. Final quote depends on trap condition, grease load, and site access. Contact us for a confirmed itemised quote.
Grease Trap Cleaning Across Every NSW Food Business
Zero Waste Services provides grease trap and FOG management for commercial food and hospitality operators across NSW, ACT, and Victoria.
Grease Trap Cleaning Service Areas
Zero Waste Services provides grease trap cleaning across Greater Sydney, regional NSW, Canberra, and Melbourne — with offices in Bankstown, Canberra, and Melbourne CBD.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does a grease trap need to be cleaned?
It depends on your kitchen's cooking volume and your Trade Waste Agreement requirements, but most commercial kitchens need servicing somewhere between monthly and quarterly. High-volume kitchens, food courts, and fast food outlets often require weekly or fortnightly pump-outs. We assess your trap and grease load during a free site visit to recommend the right frequency.
What happens if I don't service my grease trap regularly?
A neglected trap fills with solidified fat and grease, loses capacity, and eventually overflows or allows FOG through to the sewer line — a common cause of blockages that water utilities investigate and can trace back to a source business. This can result in penalty notices, cost recovery charges, and in serious or repeat cases, review or suspension of your Trade Waste Agreement.
Can I pump out and clean my own grease trap?
It's not recommended. Grease trap waste requires appropriate PPE, and the pumped waste must be transported and disposed of by a licensed liquid waste contractor to a facility approved to receive it — you remain responsible for where your waste ends up even if you did the physical pump-out yourself. Most Trade Waste Agreements also require documented evidence of licensed servicing.
How much does grease trap cleaning cost?
As a guide for Sydney Metro: small under-sink traps from $99 per pump-out, medium traps from $180, and large in-ground arrestors priced on application based on capacity and access. Scheduled service plans typically reduce the cost per visit compared to one-off, on-call pump-outs. Contact Zero Waste Services for a confirmed, itemised quote within 24 hours.
Do you offer emergency grease trap pump-outs?
Yes. If your trap has overflowed, your kitchen drains are backing up, or you have a blocked line, call 1300 0WASTE for priority same-day response across Sydney metro to get your kitchen back online as quickly as possible.
Will you provide documentation for my Trade Waste Agreement?
Yes. After every scheduled or emergency pump-out, you receive a service report and waste transport documentation — ready to provide to your water utility if your Trade Waste Agreement servicing is reviewed or audited.
Do you collect used cooking oil as well?
Yes. Used cooking oil (UCO) collection can be added alongside your grease trap service, keeping oil out of the trap entirely, reducing your required servicing frequency, and recycling the oil into a usable product stream instead of landfilling it.
What areas does Zero Waste Services cover for grease trap cleaning?
Zero Waste Services provides grease trap cleaning across NSW (including all Greater Sydney LGAs, Western Sydney, Central Coast, Hunter Valley, Illawarra, Blue Mountains, and regional NSW), ACT (Canberra), and Victoria (Melbourne). Our offices are at Bankstown NSW, Canberra ACT, and Melbourne VIC. Hotline: 1300 0WASTE (1300 092 783).
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Licensed liquid waste transport. Compliance reporting on every visit. Scheduled or emergency service. No lock-in. Response within 24 hours — across NSW, ACT, and Victoria.