A grease trap intercepts fats and oils before they reach the drain. Here is when a Mesa home might need one.
What it does
A grease trap slows drain water so grease cools, floats, and is captured before it enters the sewer line.
Where they are used
They are standard in restaurants, but a home with heavy cooking — or an accessory kitchen — can benefit too.
The maintenance
The trap must be emptied and cleaned on a schedule, or it stops working and can smell.
The install
A plumber sizes and installs the trap on the kitchen line. hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters In Mesa, a pro can advise if it is warranted.
Keep grease out
For most homes, scraping grease into the trash is the simpler fix. Call 888-217-3585 and Mesa Plumbing Pros will match you with a Mesa pro for advice.
Plumbing in Mesa: what to know
In Mesa, hard water and mineral buildup are the norm, and the desert heat stresses outdoor lines and water heaters. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Pinal County — from Gilbert, Apache Junction and Chandler to ZIP codes like 85206, 85205, 85234 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
Need a hand in Mesa?
If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Mesa Plumbing Pros will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Mesa.