grease traps

farawaygrass

just wondering what do ye do with the contents of your grease trap? is it ok i wonder to pur it into septic tank? that way you are avoiding the problem of the pipes blocking and its nice and handy place to put it

sky6

I wouldn't attempt to put it in the Septic Tank under any circumstances as your likely to create an even bigger problem with your percolation system.
You can bring it to your local recycling centre.

farawaygrass

how would you bring it though? in a big bucket with lid? how often do you empty it?

K.Flyer

Do Not Put It In The Septic Tank.
If it was meant to go into the septic tank you would not have a grease trap to start with.
Is the grease trap a domestic or a commercial installation?
How big is it and when was it emptied last?
There are some licensed companies who will supply you with large drums, usually two, one for the heavier grease and fats and the other for the lighter oily stuff.
They come and lift the two drums and leave two empties, but I'm not sure about what they charge these days.
Or else, if its reasonably accessible, just get them in to completely empty it out.
Less hassle and cleaner for you.

farawaygrass

its domestic, jfc make them. only a small bucket with a handle and mancover on top. thought their idea was to stop the pipes going to septic tank getting blocked, didnt know it affected the actual tank aswell, seen as alot of older houses dont have a trap and it goes straight to tank. was emptied about a month ago. used to throw it in with grass clippings to compost but doesnt suit either

K.Flyer

Emptying it really depends on how quickly it all builds up and starts to affect the drain into it.
Busy kitchens in a restaurant or hotel would be getting theirs cleaned out every month or two, so I imagine yours should last longer than that if its only a domestic situation.

farawaygrass

thanks for your feedback k.flyer