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Catch Basins Vs. Grease Traps
Whether you are located in Edmonton, Stony Plain or Spruce Grove, Alberta we should be your first call!
Catch basins and grease traps are two entirely different things, found in vastly different locations, but both perform very similar functions. In short, they will each stop stuff from ending up where it shouldn't be and help prevent clogging. The skilled team with Dagwood Vac Services has the capacity to empty both catch basins and grease traps to prevent unwanted clogging or backups from happening.
For the best results, we recommend staying on top of your pumping schedule. Whether you are dealing with kitchen grease or debris from a storm in a catch basin, the team at Dagwood Vac Services has the knowledge, skills and vac truck equipment to get rid of even the toughest clogs anywhere in West Edmonton, Stony Plain or Spruce Grove, Alberta. Call us today for any questions you may have!
What is a catch basin?
Catch basins, sometimes also called storm drains or storm sewers, are large holes that are designed to 'catch' or contain excess surface water run-off from storms or outdoor water use like lawn watering or car washes. These catch basins play an essential role in controlling excess water in the neighbourhood and help prevent unnecessary water damage.
While catch basins do a fantastic job at catching and controlling water, they will also attract a lot of debris like leaves, sticks, litter and trash that gets swept up in the water. In order to ensure optimal functioning and prevent unwanted clogging, it is important to have catch basins emptied on a regular basis, typically once or twice per year.
What is a grease trap?
Similar to the way a catch basin will trap water, a grease trap will capture grease to stop it from entering your plumbing system. In an average household, a little bacon grease on weekend mornings will not cause any substantial damage to your plumbing system, but the large amount produced in a cafeteria or restaurant can absolutely cause major problems.
As the name suggests, a grease trap will catch and contain any grease, oils or fats that get washed down a drain. A grease trap will help prevent backups or clogging and keep unpleasant odours away from the kitchen and customers. Hot, greasy water is contained until it cools, and the grease naturally floats to the surface. Your establishment's grease trap may be located outside on the ground by the wall that is shared with the dishwasher or sometimes in the basement to avoid freezing.
Generally, it is a good idea to have our grease trap pumping company service your system every two to three months, though this will vary based on how busy your kitchen is and the type of food production. Some sure-fire signs that you should consider getting your grease trap pumped or inspected include a foul smell emanating from your sink or drain, a sink or dishwasher that drains slowly and seeing grease flowing back into the sink.
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