TDG Environmental provides reliable grease trap pump-out and cleaning services that keep your commercial kitchen compliant, odour-free, and running smoothly. Our EPA-licensed team ensures proper waste disposal while protecting your plumbing and the environment.
Request a quote✓ 30+ years of proven experience in commercial waste management
✓ EPA-approved disposal facilities and licensed waste transport
✓ Scheduled maintenance programs to prevent costly emergencies
✓ Same-day emergency service available across Eastern Victoria
Neglected grease traps cause serious headaches for food service businesses. Overflowing grease creates foul odours that drive away customers and violate health codes. Blockages force wastewater back into your kitchen, shutting down operations during peak hours.
Most commercial kitchens don’t realise their grease trap is failing until it’s too late. Accumulated fats, oils, and grease (FOG) reduce trap capacity by up to 75%, allowing waste to enter the sewer system. This triggers EPA violations, hefty fines, and emergency call-out fees that could have been avoided with regular maintenance.
When grease solidifies in your drainage system, it doesn’t just slow down—it stops completely. Emergency pump-outs cost 3-5 times more than scheduled maintenance. The real cost isn’t just the fine—it’s every hour your kitchen stays closed and every customer who goes elsewhere.
TDG Environmental’s grease trap maintenance keeps your business compliant and operational. We handle everything from initial assessment to final disposal, using specialised equipment designed for efficient, FOG removal.
Our maintenance scheduling is carried out in accordance with the Trade Waste Agreement held with your local Water Authority. Following each service, we provide the Water Authority with confirmation that the grease trap has been serviced, along with condition reports where required.
Regular scheduled cleaning prevents blockages and emergency situations and keep your grease trap operating at peak efficiency.
Grease emergencies don’t wait for business hours. Our 24/7 emergency team responds when your grease trap overflows or backs up into the kitchen. We arrive with specialised vacuum trucks capable of handling the largest commercial grease traps, minimising downtime and getting your kitchen operational again.
Emergency situations often signal underlying issues with trap sizing or maintenance frequency. Our technicians assess the root cause during emergency pump outs and provide recommendations to prevent future incidents.
Every litre of waste we collect goes to EPA-licensed treatment facilities. Our trucks are EPA-licensed to collect, transport and dispose of grease trap waste, This protects your business from liability and demonstrates environmental responsibility to regulators.
After each pump out, you receive detailed service reports including volume removed, trap condition assessment, and photographic evidence. These records prove compliance during health inspections and help track your trap’s performance over time. Our digital system stores all service history, accessible whenever you need it for audits or permit renewals.
TDG Environmental has served Australian food service businesses for over 30 years. We understand the unique challenges of commercial kitchens, from small cafes to large-scale food production facilities. Our experience spans thousands of grease traps across Victoria’s diverse food service industry.
Our vacuum trucks feature 10,000L tanks and each vehicle carries an emergency spill kit and drainage equipment to handle unexpected issues during service.
Our ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications guarantee consistent service quality, environmental protection, and workplace safety. These internationally recognised standards mean every pump out follows documented procedures, with quality checks at each step.
We maintain detailed maintenance records on all equipment, ensuring our trucks and pumps perform reliably when you need them. Regular audits verify our systems remain effective and compliant with all regulatory requirements.
TDG Environmental operates with Zero Environmental Impact as a core value. We don’t just meet minimum standards—we actively work to improve our environmental performance. Our water recycling technology reduces potable water consumption during cleaning operations.
Mainstream Recycling, our EPA-licensed facility, processes grease trap waste to recover up to 98% of materials for beneficial reuse. This keeps waste out of landfills and creates value from what was once simply discarded.
TDG Environmental provides grease trap pump-out services throughout Eastern Victoria:
Melbourne Eastern Suburbs: Box Hill, Ringwood, Doncaster, Mitcham, Blackburn, Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley, Chadstone, Oakleigh, Clayton, Springvale, Noble Park, Dandenong, Keysborough, Frankston, Mornington, Cranbourne, Berwick, Pakenham, Narre Warren
Gippsland Region: Warragul, Drouin, Moe, Morwell, Traralgon, Sale, Bairnsdale, Lakes Entrance, Wonthaggi, Leongatha, Korumburra
Alpine Regions: Baw Baw, Walhalla, Erica, Rawson, Noojee, Mansfield, Mount Buller, Falls Creek (seasonal service)
Yarra Valley & Dandenongs: Yarra Glen, Healesville, Warburton, Belgrave, Olinda, Mount Dandenong, Ferny Creek, Sassafras, Emerald
Can’t find your location? Contact us—we service additional Eastern Victoria areas and can often accommodate special requests within the region.
The frequency for pumping out a grease trap depends on a few factors,
A grease trap represents a significant investment in waste pre-treatment by the owner/s of the premises and the waste it retains is the mass of pollutants it prevented from entering the sewerage system over the time span between each complete clean out. The frequency of cleaning will depend upon the nature of your Trade Waste and the volume of the waste that
Your business needs a Trade Waste Agreement with your local water authority to discharge from a commercial kitchen. The grease trap service provider (TDG) must hold EPA licenses for waste transport and disposal—we handle this compliance on your behalf
It’s usually safer, compliant, and more efficient to have a licensed waste contractor handle grease trap pumping. Many businesses see it as an investment in compliance and avoiding sewer blockages or fines.
Grease traps handle fats, oils, and grease from normal food preparation—but they’re not designed for everything. Never dispose of cleaning chemicals, detergents, or sanitisers down drains connected to the grease trap, as these break down the separation process. Food solids should be scraped into bins, not sinks. Avoid pouring fryer oil directly down drains—collect it separately for recycling. Prohibited items damage your trap, contaminate waste streams, and can trigger EPA violations during disposal.
Warning signs include slow-draining sinks, sewage odours in the kitchen or dining area, and visible grease on drain covers – you should never wait for overflow. Scheduled maintenance prevents these issues entirely by servicing before problems arise. If you notice any warning signs between scheduled services, call immediately for assessment—small issues quickly become expensive emergencies.
Yes—TDG Environmental processes grease trap waste at our Mainstream Recycling facility, recovering up to 98% of materials for beneficial reuse. Fats and oils are separated and can be converted to biodiesel or used in industrial applications. Organic solids are treated and repurposed for agricultural use or composting. Clean water is separated and treated before safe release. This recycling approach keeps waste out of landfills, reduces environmental impact, and supports the circular economy. You contribute to this sustainability simply by using our service.
Neglected grease traps fail in predictable ways—all are expensive. First, reduced capacity causes slow drains and backups during peak service times.
Any business that is overdue in cleaning out their grease trap will receive a notice in the mail from the local Water Authority requesting that the grease trap be cleaned. If these are ignored and the trap is not cleaned as required, fines to business will be incurred..
Local council Health inspectors and the Water Authorities have the power to close non-compliant operations immediately.
For a comprehensive quote on any of our services, or general enquiries, please fill out the form below or contact us.
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