Grease traps help in Central Florida
Grease Trap Compliance in Orlando, FL
Tell us what is happening. We will find the cause, explain your options, and handle grease trap compliance with care.
65+ years serving Central Florida
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Fast scheduling and clear communication
Service Overview
Grease Trap Compliance With Clear Answers Before Work Begins
Grease trap compliance isn't just about pumping on schedule — it's about having the right trap, the right service frequency, the right documentation, and the knowledge to respond when an inspector asks questions. A gap in any one of these can result in citations, fines, and permit risk.
Lapin Services provides comprehensive grease trap compliance support for restaurants, food service facilities, and commercial kitchens throughout Orlando and Central Florida. From service scheduling to manifest documentation to compliance consultation, we handle every piece of the FOG compliance puzzle.
Problems We Solve
Common Grease Trap Compliance Problems We Fix
You do not have to diagnose the problem yourself. These are common issues we help confirm, explain, and repair.
Missing or Incomplete Service Records
Inspectors require documented proof of regular grease trap service. Gaps in manifests or missing documentation can result in citations regardless of trap condition.
Non-Compliant Trap Size or Type
Traps that were adequate under old code may no longer meet current municipal requirements. An assessment ensures your system is sized and configured to current standards.
Inadequate Service Frequency
Municipalities typically require service based on a 25% grease accumulation rule or a fixed schedule. Not meeting this threshold — even informally — puts your compliance at risk.
Upcoming Health or Environmental Inspection
Preparing for a scheduled inspection with proper records, a clean trap, and a documented service schedule is the most reliable way to pass without issues.
Recent Compliance Citation
If you've received a FOG violation, you need a documented remediation plan — not just a one-time service call — to satisfy the inspector and avoid repeat citations.
When to Call
Signs Your Grease Trap Needs Professional Attention
If you notice any of these signs, call Lapin. We will find the cause and explain what needs to happen next.
You've Received a FOG or Grease Trap Violation
A citation requires a documented response — typically including service, inspection, and a maintenance plan. We help you build the compliance record the inspector needs to see.
You Don't Have a Documented Service History
Whether you're new to a space or simply haven't kept records, establishing a current compliance baseline protects you going forward.
You're Unsure of Local Service Frequency Requirements
Compliance rules vary by municipality. We know Central Florida's requirements and can advise on the right schedule for your specific location and kitchen type.
You Have an Inspection Coming Up
Pre-inspection service, documentation review, and compliance consultation can mean the difference between a clean report and a costly violation.
You're Taking Over a New Food Service Location
Before assuming responsibility, verify the trap meets current code, get the service history, and establish a compliant maintenance program from day one.
Our Process
What to Expect From Your Grease Trap Compliance Visit
Tell us what is happening. We arrive prepared, explain the work clearly, and give clear pricing before work begins.
Step 1
Tell Us What Is Happening
Call or request service. You do not have to know exactly what failed; describe what you see, smell, hear, or need done.
Step 2
We Find the Cause
A Lapin technician or crew checks the issue, reviews the project, and explains what needs to be done in plain language.
Step 3
You Approve the Work
You get clear pricing and options before work begins, so you can make a confident decision.
Step 4
We Handle It With Care
We complete the approved work, respect your home, business, or jobsite, and keep you informed.
Step 5
We Stand Behind the Job
Before we leave, we confirm the work, answer questions, and make sure you know what to expect next.
Why Lapin
Why Central Florida Chooses Lapin for Grease Trap Compliance
Our name is on every job. We respect your time, budget, property, and trust.
65+ Years of Experience
Lapin has served Central Florida since 1958. Our name is on every job, and we do the work in a way we can stand behind.
Clear Communication
We explain what we find, what it means, and what your options are before work begins.
Respect for Your Property
We protect the home, business, property, or jobsite and treat people the way we would want to be treated.
The Right Team for the Work
We handle plumbing, septic, drains, sewer, underground utilities, commercial service, and serious project work.
Care When It Matters
Every call affects a family, tenant, customer, business, property, or project. We do not take that lightly.
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FAQs
Grease Trap Compliance FAQs
What are the grease trap compliance requirements in Orlando?
Orange County and most Central Florida municipalities require food service establishments to maintain grease traps with documented service at a frequency sufficient to keep grease accumulation below 25% of total liquid depth. Requirements vary by location — we can advise on the specifics for your address.
What documentation do I need for a grease trap inspection?
You’ll typically need service manifests from all recent pump-outs or cleanings, showing the date, service performed, and company information. We provide these after every service visit.
What happens if I fail a grease trap inspection?
A failed inspection typically results in a citation with a compliance deadline. We can help you address the specific issues cited and document corrective action for the follow-up review.
Can you help me after I've already received a violation?
Yes. We can perform service, provide documentation, and help you build the maintenance record needed to demonstrate compliance to the inspector on re-inspection.
Do you serve all of Orlando and Central Florida?
Yes. We serve Orlando and the surrounding Central Florida region.
Schedule Service
Tell Us What Is Happening
Call Lapin or request service. We will get the right team moving, explain your options, and handle the work with care.