Liquid Waste — Grease Trap Services
Expert Grease Trap
Cleaning & Maintenance
Across Colorado
Keep your kitchen compliant, clean, and running smoothly. McDonald Farms provides professional grease trap pumping, cleaning, and maintenance for restaurants, commercial kitchens, and food service operations throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
1,500+
Grease Traps Served
100%
EPA Compliant
Same Day
Availability (Based On Schedule)
24/7
Emergency Response
Industries Served
Every Commercial Kitchen,
Every Industry
From single-location restaurants to multi-facility food processing plants — if it has a grease trap, we service it. Colorado’s most trusted grease trap maintenance team.
Restaurants & Bars
Full-service dining, bar kitchens, and nightclubs with high-volume cooking operations. We service all trap sizes on weekly, monthly, or quarterly schedules.
Fast Food & QSR Chains
Quick-service restaurants and franchise locations with high-frequency grease output. We offer recurring maintenance programs designed around your operating hours.
Hotels & Catering
Full banquet kitchens, hotel restaurants, and large-scale catering operations. We work around event schedules and coordinate with facility managers for zero-disruption service.
School & University Cafeterias
K-12 cafeterias, university dining halls, and campus food service operations. Scheduling around academic calendars and break periods to minimize impact on students.
Hospital & Healthcare Kitchens
Hospital cafeterias, medical center food service, and assisted living facility kitchens. Full compliance documentation for healthcare facility inspections.
Food Processing Plants
Industrial food manufacturing and processing facilities with large grease interceptors. We handle high-capacity exterior interceptors and underground tank systems.
Grocery Delis & Bakeries
In-store delis, bakery departments, and prepared food sections at grocery chains. Compact trap systems are serviced during off-peak hours to avoid customer disruption.
Government & Municipal Facilities
City offices, courthouses, jails, and government-operated food service. Full paper trail and compliance reporting for public records and regulatory audits.
Serving All of Colorado
Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Front Range & beyond.
Flexible Scheduling
Around your hours — before open, after close, weekends included.
Health Inspection Ready
Detailed service reports delivered after every single visit.
Why It Matters
Why Regular Grease Trap
Service Is Non-Negotiable
Every commercial kitchen that handles food is legally required to maintain a functioning grease trap. Neglecting it doesn’t just risk fines — it can shut you down.
Avoid Health Code Violations
Overflowing or clogged grease traps are one of the top causes of restaurant health code failures. Regular professional cleaning keeps you fully compliant with local, state, and EPA regulations.
Prevent Costly Blockages
FOG (fats, oils & grease) buildup in sewer lines causes expensive backups and municipal fines. Proactive maintenance costs a fraction of emergency plumbing repairs.
Protect the Environment
Grease that escapes into the municipal sewer system harms waterways and ecosystems. Our EPA-compliant disposal methods ensure waste is handled responsibly every time.
Keep Your Kitchen Running
A grease trap overflow can shut down your kitchen for hours or days. Our scheduled maintenance programs eliminate surprise closures and protect your revenue.
Ready To Shedule A Grease Trap Celaning?
Call us for a free quote.
How It Works
Our Service Process
From scheduling to compliance paperwork — our end-to-end process makes grease trap maintenance effortless for your team.
Schedule Service
Call us or request online. We’ll set up a one-time cleaning or enroll you in a recurring maintenance program — monthly, quarterly, or custom intervals.
Technician Arrives
Our uniformed, certified technician arrives on time with a fully equipped vacuum truck. We work around your hours to minimize kitchen disruption.
Inspect & Pump
We inspect the trap for damage or issues, then thoroughly pump all grease, FOG, and solids. Interior surfaces are cleaned and the trap is reassembled.
Documentation & Disposal
You receive a detailed service report for your health inspection records. All waste is transported to a licensed disposal facility — 100% EPA compliant.
Everything Included
Every service visit covers the full scope — no hidden add-ons or surprise charges. Here’s exactly what you get:
Grease Trap Pumping
Interior Scrubbing & Cleaning
Trap Inspection
Scheduled Maintenance Plans
24/7 Emergency Pumping
Overflow or backup? We dispatch fast, day or night, weekends included
Compliance Documentation
Compliance Matters
The Real Cost of
Skipping Maintenance
Grease trap neglect isn’t just a nuisance — it’s a regulatory and financial liability. Here’s what the data says.
25%
of sewer blockages
are caused by FOG (fats, oils & grease) from commercial kitchens — the #1 cause of municipal sewer overflows in the US.
$25k+
average fine per violation
Cities like Denver and Colorado Springs actively enforce grease trap compliance and issue significant fines for non-compliant kitchens.
90-day
typical cleaning interval
Most Colorado municipalities require commercial kitchens to clean their grease traps every 30–90 days depending on volume.
Health Inspection-Ready Paperwork, Every Visit
Every grease trap service generates a complete compliance paper trail. Our reports are formatted to meet Colorado Department of Public Health standards and accepted by municipal inspectors across the Front Range — Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and beyond.
Service Report
Waste Manifest
EPA Compliance
Maintenance Log
City Permit Ready
Health Dept. Format
Already have a violation notice? We can often dispatch same-day to get you cleaned and documented before your re-inspection date. Call (303) 772-4577 immediately.
Service Coverage
Grease Trap Service — Where We Work
Based in Colorado with coverage across the entire Front Range corridor. We serve restaurants, commercial kitchens, and food service facilities from Denver to Pueblo and beyond — including emergency response 24/7.
Primary Service — Colorado
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Denver
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Colorado Springs
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Pueblo
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Fort Collins
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Boulder
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Aurora
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Greeley
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Castle Rock
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about grease trap cleaning, compliance requirements, scheduling, and pricing across Colorado.
How do I schedule a grease trap cleaning?
Do you offer recurring maintenance plans?
Do you offer same-day or emergency grease trap service?
How often am I legally required to clean my grease trap in Colorado?
What documentation do you provide for health inspectors?
What is FOG and why does it matter for compliance?
What happens if my grease trap fails a health inspection?
What does a grease trap cleaning actually include?
Where does the grease waste go after you pump it?
Can you repair or replace a damaged grease trap?
Still have questions? Our dispatch team is ready to help.
Ready To Schedule
Keep Your Kitchen Compliant
and Running Clean
Schedule a one-time cleaning or set up a recurring maintenance plan. Same-day availability for emergencies — we’re always standing by.