Grease trap maintenance in Concord & the Bay Area.
Scheduled pumping. Health code compliance. No surprise fines.
Restaurants and food service operations are required to maintain grease traps per Contra Costa County health code. Regular pumping prevents overflows, fines, and health violations — and documentation is mandatory. We handle the service and the paperwork.
- Scheduled pumping & cleaning — We track your service schedule.
- Health code documentation — County-ready service records on every visit.
- Same-day emergency service — Overflow or backup? We respond fast.
- CA Lic. #802256 — Licensed, insured, family-owned since 2001.
Health Code Compliant
Required by County Health Dept.
What We Do
Pumping, cleaning,
and full compliance.
Every food service operation that discharges fats, oils, and grease is required to maintain a functioning grease trap — and most county health programs require documented service on a regular schedule. Letting your trap go past capacity isn't just a maintenance problem; it's a health code violation that can cost you your permit.
We provide full-service grease trap maintenance: scheduled pump-outs, baffle cleaning, trap inspection, and on-site documentation ready for your health inspector. We track your schedule so you don't have to.
Set up recurring serviceHow It Works
Scheduled service.
Clean trap. Clean records.
- Step 1:
Schedule Service
We confirm your trap size, last service date, and any county requirements. Recurring schedules set up automatically.
- Step 2:
Pump & Clean
Full pump-out of grease, solids, and wastewater. We clean inlet and outlet baffles and inspect for damage.
- Step 3:
Inspect & Document
We check the trap for cracks, baffle damage, or flow issues. Service record created on-site.
- Step 4:
File Documentation
You receive a service report for your health inspection records. We track your schedule and send reminders.
Service Frequency Guide
How often does your grease trap need service?
Pumping frequency depends on your operation type, trap size, and county requirements. Here's a general guide — we confirm the right schedule on your first visit.
Pumping frequency guide
Full-service kitchens with fryers and heavy grease output. Most county programs require monthly.
Cafes, delis, limited fry operations. Confirm with your local health department.
Light food prep. Annual inspections still required in most jurisdictions.
Signs your trap needs service now
- Slow floor drains in kitchen
- Grease smell from drains
- Grease trap at or over capacity
- County inspection scheduled
- New health permit requirement
- Recent health code violation
FAQ
Common questions
Pumping frequency depends on your operation. High-volume restaurants with fryers typically require monthly service. Most Contra Costa County health programs follow a 25% rule — pump when the trap reaches 25% grease accumulation. We assess your trap on the first visit and recommend a compliant schedule based on your volume and trap size.
A grease trap overflow is a health code violation and can result in fines, a failed health inspection, or temporary closure. If you have an active overflow or backup, call us immediately — we provide same-day emergency service and can document the service call for your health inspector.
Yes. Every service visit includes an on-site service record with the date, trap condition, volume pumped, and technician sign-off. This is the documentation your county health inspector expects to see. We can provide copies going back to your first service with us.
Absolutely. Most of our restaurant clients run on automatic recurring schedules — monthly, every 60 days, or quarterly depending on their operation. We track your schedule, send reminders before your service date, and keep your compliance records current without you having to manage it.
We service grease traps and interceptors of all sizes — from small under-sink units in delis and cafes to large in-ground interceptors serving full-service restaurant kitchens. Call us with your trap size and we can give you a service estimate.
Yes. Many municipalities in Contra Costa County participate in FOG pretreatment programs that require documented grease trap maintenance. We are familiar with local FOG program requirements and can help you maintain the service records and pumping frequency your program requires.
Yes. If your grease trap is backing up, overflowing, or causing drain issues in your kitchen, call us during business hours and we will prioritize your call. A grease trap emergency before a health inspection or during service hours is exactly when you need a fast response — we deliver.
What Clients Say
Trusted by restaurants &
property managers across the Bay Area.
“We run a high-volume kitchen and our grease trap needs monthly service. Guerra Bros. set us up on a recurring schedule and we haven't had to think about it since. They show up, pump it clean, and hand us the paperwork.”
“Had a health inspection coming up and realized our trap was overdue. Called Guerra Bros. that morning and they were out by noon. Documentation was ready before the inspector arrived. Saved us.”
“I manage three restaurant properties in Contra Costa County. Guerra Bros. handles the grease traps at all three on rotating schedules. The service records are clean, the crews are professional, and I've never had a compliance issue.”
Where We Work
Grease Trap Maintenance near you.
Same-day service available in Concord, Walnut Creek, Martinez, and throughout Contra Costa County.
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