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Grease trap pumping in Houston
By Stew Israil, GreaseTrapRules · Sources checked Oct. 26, 2026 · Every rule below links to its official source. Rules change; verify with the city.
Short answer: Looking up “grease trap pumping Houston”? City rule is a full pump-out at least every 90 days by a permitted transporter with a city-approved manifest. Use GreaseTrapRules free reminders + PumpDue so Featured Houston pumpers compete for your job.
Houston pumping checklist
- Confirm last full pump-out date and size of the interceptor.
- Schedule the next full evacuation before day 90 (§47-512(b)).
- Only use a permitted transporter; keep manifests 5 years.
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FAQ
Who can do grease trap pumping in Houston?
A permitted transporter who leaves a city-approved manifest (Houston Health Department Special Waste Generators).
How often is grease trap pumping required in Houston?
Full evacuation at least every 90 days unless a Notice of Waiver is approved (City Code §47-512(b)).
Do kitchens pay GreaseTrapRules for pumping bids?
No. Reminders and PumpDue alerts are free for kitchens. The pumper pays a flat $59 only when a kitchen picks their bid and the job is booked.
Houston next steps
Sources
- Houston Health Department — Special Waste Generators (FOG)
- City of Houston Code of Ordinances §47-512(b) (full evacuation at least every 90 days)
- Houston grease interceptor cleaning manifest (HHD)
- City page summary: /tx/houston/
Not legal advice. GreaseTrapRules summarizes official sources and connects kitchens to Featured pumpers. We are not a pumping company.