Grease Traps · Clarksburg, MD
Grease Trap Installation & Replacement
Compliant kitchens, no surprises.
If grease gets into the sewer, it clogs lines and costs you fines and downtime. We install, replace, and repair grease traps and interceptors for restaurants and food-service businesses across Montgomery County, sized correctly and built to your local fats, oils, and grease rules, so your kitchen stays open and compliant.
Traps & interceptorsSized to local codeFOG compliance
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Built for your kitchen
The basics
What a grease trap does, and why FOG matters
FOG, fats, oils, and grease, is the enemy of every commercial kitchen drain. A grease trap or interceptor captures it before it reaches the sewer, where it hardens, clogs lines, and causes backups for you and the whole system. Because of that, jurisdictions require food-service businesses to have a properly sized, maintained grease trap, and they enforce it. We handle the full picture: sizing the right unit for your kitchen, installing or replacing it to code, repairing what fails, and making sure it is sized and installed to pass inspection.
What we do
Grease trap services
Installation, replacement, and repair for restaurants and food-service businesses.
Grease Trap Installation
New grease traps and interceptors sized for your kitchen’s flow and installed to local code.
Grease Trap Replacement
Undersized, failing, or non-compliant units replaced with the right trap for your operation.
Grease Interceptors
Larger in-ground interceptors for high-volume kitchens and multi-tenant food halls.
Grease Trap Repair
Leaks, broken baffles, bad lids, and clogged inlets repaired to keep you running and compliant.
Grease Line Jetting
Hydro-jetting for grease-clogged kitchen drain lines, clearing buildup that slows your kitchen down.
FOG Compliance & Sizing
We size to your jurisdiction’s rules and help with the documentation, so you pass inspection.
How it works
Sized right, installed to code
The right trap, the right size, and the paperwork to prove it.
1
Assess your kitchen
We look at your fixtures, flow, and local FOG rules to determine what your kitchen requires.
2
Size the unit
We calculate the correct trap or interceptor size, undersized units fail and oversized ones waste money.
3
Install or replace
We install to code with proper venting and access, and pull permits where required.
4
Pass inspection
We pull permits where required and document the sizing and install, so it clears inspection.
Catch it early
Signs your grease trap needs service
A grease problem in a commercial kitchen escalates fast. These signs mean it is time to call.
Slow or backing-up kitchen drains
Grease buildup in the trap or line shows up first as sluggish, then backed-up kitchen drains.
Foul odors in the kitchen
A grease trap that is full or failing puts sewer and grease odors into your space.
Renovating or adding equipment
New cooking equipment or a remodel can change your required trap size and compliance.
Failed or flagged inspection
A citation or warning from the jurisdiction means your trap needs service, repair, or replacement.
Undersized for your volume
A trap too small for your kitchen overflows grease into the sewer, the exact thing it should prevent.
Opening or expanding a kitchen
New and expanding food-service spaces need the right trap sized and installed before you open.
Need a trap sized, replaced, or serviced?
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Know your options
Types of grease traps
We help you pick the right type and size for your kitchen, your volume, and your local rules.
Under-Sink Traps
Compact hydromechanical traps that fit under or beside kitchen sinks for lower-volume kitchens.
In-Ground Interceptors
Large-capacity interceptors buried outside, for high-volume restaurants and shared kitchens.
Automatic Units (GRU)
Automatic grease removal units that skim and collect grease continuously, with less manual cleaning.
FOG rules in Maryland
Why this matters in Maryland
Here is the catch: grease trap and FOG requirements are not the same everywhere. They vary by county and municipality across Maryland, sizing formulas, cleaning frequency, recordkeeping, and what counts as compliant all differ between jurisdictions and water authorities. As a local contractor, we know the rules where your business operates, so your trap is sized and serviced to the standard your inspector actually uses.
- Requirements differ by county and municipality
- We size to your jurisdiction's FOG formula
- We document sizing and installation for inspections
- Avoid fines, citations, and surprise shut-downs
Not sure of your rules?
We'll figure it out
Tell us where your kitchen is and what you cook, and we will tell you what your jurisdiction requires and what it costs.
The commercial crew
A crew you are glad to let in
Grease trap work is messy and code-driven, and our own trained, background checked crew handles both, sizing and installing the right unit, keeping it serviced, and documenting it so your kitchen stays open and compliant.
From our neighbors
What your neighbors say
Rating
S D.
July 16, 2026
Highly recommend Clarksburg Plumbing! They accommodated my schedule right away. John and Maddie were amazing!! They took care of my pipe repair quickly and efficiently! 10/10 recommend!
Jim C.
July 16, 2026
John and Maddie were the ultimate professionals. Came on time. Clear estimate. Excellent work fixing my pressure relief valve, which had been improperly installed by another plumber. Clarksburg are my go to plumbers from now on.
Ruth T.
July 15, 2026
Arrived on time, explained entire process, had plan a,b,c, in place, Did the best job I could ask for, and even show me the hole in my main line in the pipe. Highly recommend this company for all your plumbing needs.
Pamela B.
July 15, 2026
Absolute best plumbers I have ever used. Needed them a few times recently and each time they were so professional, kind and resolved each problem the first time around. This last issue took them several hours to fix. They explained everything along the way and gave a very fair price for a lot of work. They also work very cleanly! I will never use another plumber!
Al B.
July 9, 2026
I had Seth come out to change my outdoor spiked. He was in and out in no time and did a great job!
Duh S.
July 7, 2026
Called yesterday, they came today, had a clogged kitchen sink. The service was quick and Professional. Great job!
Praneeth M.
July 7, 2026
Garrett did a fantastic job snaking our clogged drain. He was incredibly professional, efficient, and made sure everything was completely clean before he left.
Andrea B.
July 7, 2026
I needed a water valve installed for my new fridge and a new faucet installed in upstairs bathroom. Seth was amazing. He came out and really listened to me and my concerns. We even called the company that was going to deliver my new fridge so he would have a better understanding of what he needed to do his job. It made me feel at ease with the whole process. He is even coming back later in the week to install new fridge once it’s delivered. I will absolutely call them again.
Shariq S.
July 6, 2026
Seth was great explaining the descaling process and performing it with precision.
Sarah R.
July 1, 2026
Seth replaced our hose bib in the front yard and did a great job! It was hot out but he still took the time to make sure everything was good to go. I called Clarksburg Plumbing yesterday and they were able to come out next day. Very professional.
B H.
June 30, 2026
Seth and his partner were very professional and did an awesome job fixing the main water valve. I highly recommend them.
CandP H.
June 29, 2026
Amazing experience with Clarksburg Plumbing LLC! Our well pump needed replacement. Seth showed up right on time, was very professional, knew what he was doing and pricing was fare (they showed me all estimates upfront and explained everything). Any future plumbing needs and Clarksburg Plumbing will be my first call. I’ll also ask for Seth by name if I can get him!!
Sarah B.
June 26, 2026
We had a pinhole leak suddenly appear in our outdoor hose bib, and Clarksburg Plumbing was able to provide next-day service, which we really appreciated. Our technician, John Brown, arrived right on time after giving us a 30-minute courtesy call. John quickly diagnosed the problem, explained everything clearly, and provided an accurate assessment of what needed to be done. He completed the repair in under two hours, and the quality of his work was excellent. Before leaving, he even took the time to share some helpful tips on how to prevent similar issues in the future. John was friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and efficient from start to finish. We couldn’t have asked for a better service experience. I highly recommend Clarksburg Plumbing and especially John Brown for anyone needing reliable, high-quality plumbing work.
Neil D.
June 26, 2026
Great experience. Team arrived on time and were efficient. Seth explained everything with even gave me some tips and pointers to look out for moving forward. David made sure everything was cleaned up before they left.
Eliot C.
June 12, 2026
Clarksburg Plumbing installed an external bib; after a couple of months there was a mechanical failure in the vacuum breaker. They responded within 24 hours, fixed it, no charge. Seth was prompt, courteous and efficient. We will be happy to use their services again.
Joseph A.
June 10, 2026
Franklin and Cris — great job and great guys. Everything went smoothly with water line replacement. A tough job. Thanks for your hard work. Clarksburg Plumbing is the best!
Joshua R.
June 5, 2026
Cris and Franklin from Clarksburg Plumbing did incredible work at our home fixing an underground water service leak. They encountered complications but went to plan B efficiently and skillfully and got the job done well and in a timely manner. They also answered all our questions patiently and taught us a lot of why they made the decisions they made. We are very pleased with their work and plan to recommend them and all of Clarksburg Plumbing to our friends and neighbors.
David N.
June 2, 2026
Franklin and Cris were especially helpful, informative and instructive. The rest of the instructive, polite and professional. Overall a good experience for me and my wife.
Stephen C.
May 17, 2026
We had a clog in our septic line. The Clarksburg Plumbing crew located the troublesome area using a camera and then removed the clog and tested the line. They then remounted the toilet with a new wax ring and cleaned the area. Overall, a great experience!
Tom W.
May 7, 2026
Seth did a great job today 5/7/2026 installing a new toilet for us. Second time he has helped us through Clarksburg Plumbing. Ask for him by name and you won’t be disappointed!! Thanks Seth!
peter D.
April 30, 2026
These guys are diligent, courteous and did a great job! They were friendly, helpful and thorough - I'd recommend Clarksburg plumbing any day of the week and twice on Sundays
Seth K.
April 28, 2026
Seth was absolutely amazing! He was very courteous and knowledgeable about his profession. He arrived on time and worked the entire time. He kept me in the loop the entire way as to what he was doing. He diagnosed two leaks within our toilet system and readily fixed them. Clarksburg Plumbing should be honored to have such an amazing employee as him.
Good questions
Grease trap FAQ
What restaurant owners and operators ask us most.
What is FOG and why does it require a grease trap?
FOG stands for fats, oils, and grease. In a commercial kitchen it washes down drains, then cools and hardens in the sewer, causing clogs and backups. A grease trap or interceptor captures FOG before it leaves your building, which is why jurisdictions require one for food-service businesses.
Do grease trap rules differ by location in Maryland?
Yes. Sizing, cleaning frequency, and recordkeeping requirements vary by county, municipality, and water authority across Maryland. We know the local rules where your business operates and size and service your trap to that standard.
Should I repair or replace my grease trap?
If the unit is the right size and structurally sound, repair, a baffle, lid, or inlet, is usually the fix. If it is undersized, badly corroded, or no longer compliant, replacement is the better call. We give you the honest recommendation.
What size grease trap do I need?
It depends on your fixtures, flow rate, and your jurisdiction’s formula. An undersized trap overflows grease into the sewer and fails inspection, while an oversized one wastes money. We calculate the correct size for your kitchen.
Do you clear grease-clogged kitchen drain lines?
Yes. We focus on grease trap installation, replacement, and repair, and we hydro-jet grease-clogged kitchen drain lines to keep them flowing. We do not provide routine grease trap pumping, but we can point you to a service for that.
Can you install a grease trap for a new restaurant build-out?
Absolutely. We size and install the right trap or interceptor as part of a kitchen build-out, coordinated with the rest of your plumbing and your opening schedule.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Clarksburg, Germantown, Gaithersburg, Rockville, Damascus, Potomac, North Bethesda, and the surrounding Montgomery and Frederick County area.
Stay compliant
Let's handle your grease trap.
Let's Flow.
Opening a kitchen, replacing an old trap, or behind on service? Book online or call a real person. We size it to your local rules, install or repair it, and keep you compliant. Here 24/7 for emergencies.
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