Liquid Waste — Dirt Trap Maintenance
Grit Trap & Oil Water
Separator Cleaning
Across Colorado
Protect your facility, stay compliant, and prevent costly fines. McDonald Farms provides professional grit trap and oil water separator pumping, cleaning, and maintenance for car washes, industrial facilities, and commercial operations throughout the Rocky Mountain region.
20,000+
Separators Services
100%
EPA Compliant
SAME DAY
Availability*
24/7
Emergancy Dispatch
Industries Served
Every Facility,
Every Industry
From single-bay car washes to multi-facility industrial plants — if it has a grit trap or oil water separator, we service it. Colorado’s most trusted separator maintenance team.
Car Washes & Detailing
Self-serve, automatic, and full-service car washes with in-bay separators. We service all grit trap configurations and work around peak wash hours.
Auto Dealerships
Service departments, detail bays, and body shops with oil separators from fluid changes and washing operations. Scheduled around service hours.
Fleet & Truck Washes
Commercial fleet washing facilities and truck washes with high-capacity grit traps and oil separators. We handle large-volume exterior interceptors.
Industrial Facilities
Manufacturing plants, machine shops, and industrial yards with oil water separators from washdown and coolant operations. Full compliance documentation.
Gas Stations & C-Stores
Fuel stations and convenience stores with car wash bays and stormwater separators. Compact systems are serviced during low-traffic hours.
Municipal & Government
City maintenance yards, public works facilities, and government vehicle washes. Full paper trail and compliance reporting for public audits.
Construction Sites
Portable and temporary separator systems at construction staging areas and equipment wash pads. We handle remote and temporary installations.
Wastewater Treatment
Pretreatment facilities, lift stations, and wastewater plants with upstream grit and oil removal. Large-scale industrial separator systems.
Serving All of Colorado
Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Front Range & beyond.
Flexible Scheduling
Around your hours — before open, after close, weekends included.
Inspection Ready
Detailed service reports delivered after every single visit.
Why It Matters
Why Grit Trap & Separator
Maintenance Is Critical
Grit traps and oil water separators are legally required for many commercial and industrial operations. Skipping maintenance risks fines, shutdowns, and environmental damage.
Avoid Municipal Violations
Grit traps and oil water separators are regulated by EPA and local stormwater ordinances. Failure to maintain them leads to citations, fines, and potential operating permit suspension.
Prevent Costly System Failures
Accumulated grit, oil, and sediment reduce separator efficiency and can damage downstream plumbing. Regular cleaning extends equipment life and prevents expensive emergency repairs.
Protect Waterways & Ecosystems
Oil and pollutants from car washes and industrial sites flow directly into storm drains if separators fail. Proper maintenance keeps hydrocarbons and contaminants out of local watersheds.
Keep Operations Running Smoothly
A clogged grit trap can slow or shut down a car wash bay. A backed-up oil separator can halt production. Scheduled maintenance prevents downtime and protects your revenue.
Ready To Schedule A Grit Trap Cleaning?
Call us for a free quote.
How It Works
Our Service Process
From scheduling to compliance paperwork — our end-to-end process makes grit trap and separator maintenance effortless for your facility.
Schedule Service
Call or request online. We’ll assess your separator type, volume, and cleaning interval needs — then set up a one-time or recurring maintenance plan.
Technician Arrives
Our certified technician arrives with a fully equipped vacuum truck. We work around your operating hours to minimize facility or business disruption.
Pump & Inspect
We pump all grit, sediment, oil, and sludge. Interior baffles and walls are inspected for damage, corrosion, or performance issues.
Report & Disposal
You receive a detailed service report for compliance 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:
Separator Pumping
Interior Scrubbing & Cleaning
Condition Inspection
Scheduled Maintenance Plans
24/7 Emergency Pumping
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.
40%
of stormwater violations
stem from poorly maintained oil water separators and grit traps at commercial and industrial facilities — the most cited violation category in many Colorado municipalities.
$10K–$50K
fine per violation
EPA and state environmental agencies issue significant penalties for oil and sediment discharge into stormwater systems. Repeat violations carry escalating fines.
30-90 day
typical cleaning interval
Colorado municipalities and the EPA recommend grit trap and separator service every 30 to 90 days, depending on facility volume and discharge rate.
Health Inspection-Ready Paperwork, Every Visit
Every separator service generates a complete compliance paper trail. Our reports meet EPA and Colorado Department of Public Health standards and are accepted by municipal inspectors across the Front Range.
Service Report
Waste Manifest
EPA Compliance
Maintenance Log
City Permit Ready
Stormwater Compliance
Already have a violation notice? We can often dispatch same-day to get your separator cleaned and documented before your re-inspection date. Call (303) 772-4577 immediately.
Service Coverage
Grit Trap & Separator Service — Where We Work
Based in Colorado with coverage across the entire Front Range corridor. We serve car washes, industrial facilities, and commercial operations from Denver to Pueblo and beyond — including emergency response 24/7.
McDonald Farms Enterprises Inc.
Frederick, CO 80516
National Western Water Treatment & Research Facility
4647 National Western Drive
Denver, CO 80216
Franklin Street Terminal
Denver, CO 80216
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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Lakewood
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about grit trap and oil water separator cleaning, compliance requirements, scheduling, and pricing across Colorado.
How do I schedule a grit trap or oil separator cleaning?
Do you offer recurring maintenance plans?
Do you offer same-day or emergency seperator service?
How often am I legally required to clean my grit trap or oil water seperator in Colorado?
What documentation do you provide for health inspectors?
What is an oil water separator and why does it matter for compliance?
What happens if my dirt trap fails a health inspection?
What does a seperator cleaning actually include?
Where does the seperator waste go after you pump it?
Can you repair or replace a damaged drit trap?
Still have questions? Our dispatch team is ready to help.
Ready To Schedule
Keep Your Facility Compliant
and Your Separator Clean
Schedule a one-time cleaning or set up a recurring maintenance plan. Same-day availability for emergencies — we are always standing by.