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Grease trap service near me 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: Searching “grease trap service near me” in Houston? You need a permitted transporter, a full interceptor evacuation at least every 90 days (City Code §47-512(b)), and a city-approved manifest. GreaseTrapRules is free for kitchens: set reminders, then send a PumpDue alert so Featured Houston pumpers bid in one thread you can see.
What “near me” must include in Houston
- Permitted hauler who leaves a city-approved manifest (HHD Special Waste Generators).
- Full pump-out — not a skim — at least every 90 days unless a Notice of Waiver is approved.
- White/yellow manifest copies kept on site for 5 years.
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- Set free Houston reminders (14 days before, 3 days before, due day).
- When the date is close, start a PumpDue alert — Featured Houston pumpers get the job details and bid where you can compare.
- Pick a bid. The 5% service fee invoices the Featured pumper, not the kitchen. See kitchen savings.
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FAQ
How do I find grease trap service near me in Houston?
Use a permitted transporter who leaves a city-approved manifest. On GreaseTrapRules, set free reminders and start a PumpDue alert so Featured Houston pumpers can bid.
Is GreaseTrapRules a grease trap pumping company?
No. We publish Houston FOG rules and connect kitchens to Featured permitted pumpers via free reminders and PumpDue. Kitchens pay nothing; Pumpers pay a flat $59 only per booked job.How often must Houston grease traps be pumped?
At least every 90 days with a full evacuation, unless a Notice of Waiver is approved (City Code §47-512(b)).
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.