(617) 262-0303
Mr. Drain Inc. — Sewer and Drain Cleaning Specialists
(617) 262-0303

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Grease Trap Cleaning in Boston, Greater Boston & the South Shore

Grease trap cleaning and pumping is non-negotiable for any commercial kitchen — a clogged or overflowing trap means failed inspections, fines, sewer backups, and shutdowns. Mr. Drain Inc. provides scheduled grease trap cleaning, pumping, and grease line jetting for restaurants, cafeterias, food trucks, hotels, hospitals, and property managers across Boston, Greater Boston, and the South Shore. Family-owned since 1993.

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Mr. Drain Inc technician servicing a commercial grease trap in a Boston restaurant kitchen

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Residential

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Family Owned

Owner-operated

Fully Insured

Owner-Operated

Since 1993

Owner: 20+ yrs exp

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Grease Trap Cleaning: Scheduled grease trap cleaning & pumping for restaurants and commercial kitchens. Mr. Drain Inc. provides grease trap cleaning across Boston, Greater Boston & the South Shore — family-owned since 1993, 24/7 emergency dispatch, free evaluations. Call (617) 262-0303.

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Common Problems We Solve

Slow or

Slow or backing-up kitchen drains

Overdue grease

Overdue grease trap pumping

Failed health

Failed health inspection or code violation

Foul grease

Foul grease odors in the dining room

Recurring grease

Recurring grease line clogs

About this service

What grease trap cleaning involves

Grease trap service pumps out fats, oils, grease, and solids, then cleans the trap and checks the baffles and tees so it keeps separating grease between visits.

This is planned, scheduled work — call or request an evaluation to book a time.

Signs you may need it

  • Slow floor sinks or three-bay sinks
  • Grease odor in the kitchen
  • Trap nearing the fill level your local authority allows
  • Grease line clogging on a regular cycle

What the visit typically covers

  1. Pump grease, solids, and water from the trap or interceptor
  2. Scrape and wash down walls and baffles
  3. Check inlet/outlet tees and baffles
  4. Jet the downstream grease line when warranted
Is grease trap cleaning the right approach?
Usually a good fitNot the right tool
Restaurants, cafeterias, and commercial kitchens on a regular scheduleReplacing a failed or undersized trap (that's an installation job)
Kitchens with recurring grease-line backupsUsing enzyme additives instead of pumping

Before you call or book

  • •Confirm your required service interval and records with your local sewer authority or board of health
  • •Know the trap size and location (under-sink, in-floor, or exterior interceptor)
  • •Plan access outside service hours

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Our Process

How grease trap cleaning works at Mr. Drain

The exact same 6-step process on every call — residential or commercial, Boston or the South Shore.

  1. 1

    Scope the kitchen

    We confirm trap size, location, and access — under-sink, in-floor, or exterior in-ground interceptor — and identify the grease line downstream.

  2. 2

    Pump the trap

    Vacuum-truck extraction of all FOG, solids, and gray water from the trap.

  3. 3

    Scrape & wash down

    We scrape the walls, lid, and baffles, then pressure-rinse so the trap is empty and clean — not just pumped.

  4. 4

    Inspect tees & baffles

    Damaged inlet/outlet tees let grease bypass the trap. We check, photograph, and flag.

  5. 5

    Jet the grease line (when warranted)

    Hydro jet the line downstream of the trap so grease isn't already re-coating the pipe walls.

  6. 6

    Manifest & document

    You get a written service record, the waste manifest, and a recommended next-service date. Confirm which records your local authority requires.

Equipment we use for grease trap cleaning

  • •Vacuum trucks for grease pump-out
  • •Truck-mounted hydro jetters with grease-cutting nozzles
  • •HD sewer cameras for grease-line inspection
  • •Pressure wash-down equipment for trap interiors

Every truck rolls fully stocked — no return trips, no rentals, no delays.

Honest Pricing

Grease Trap Cleaning cost in Massachusetts

Typical price ranges for grease trap cleaning in the Greater Boston and South Shore market. We always quote a flat written price after a free on-site evaluation — no surprise charges.

JobTypical range
Under-sink trap (20–50 gal) pump & clean175 – $375
Mid-size interceptor (75–250 gal)275 – $525
In-ground interceptor (500 – 2,000 gal)325 – $750+
Grease line hydro jet (downstream of trap)300 – $600
Emergency / after-hours surcharge+$95 – $185

Ranges reflect typical residential jobs in Greater Boston as of 2026. Final price is always quoted in writing before any work begins.

Honest Comparison

Grease Trap Cleaning vs the alternatives

vs Skipping pumping ('it's still flowing')

Choose grease trap cleaning when

Keep to the interval your local authority requires and your fill rate supports

Choose skipping pumping ('it's still flowing') when

Never — an overdue trap that still drains can pass grease into the line and back up without warning

vs Bio-additive enzyme treatments

Choose grease trap cleaning when

Useful between pumpings, never instead of pumping

Choose bio-additive enzyme treatments when

As a marketed replacement for mechanical cleaning

How Mr. Drain Helps

1

Inspect

We assess the issue using advanced tools to find the root cause.

2

Clear

We remove clogs with professional-grade cabling and equipment.

3

Restore Flow

Your drains are cleared and flow is fully restored.

4

Prevent

We provide expert advice to help prevent future clogs.

Commercial
Grease Trap Cleaning

  • Restaurants & bars
  • Commercial kitchens
  • Cafeterias (schools, hospitals, corporate)
  • Food trucks & ghost kitchens
  • Hotels & banquet halls
  • Multi-tenant food halls
  • Property managers & landlords
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Get a Quote in Minutes

Need grease trap cleaning? Let's talk.

Tell us what's going on and we'll respond fast — no obligation, no pressure.

  • Free evaluations
  • Honest, upfront pricing
  • Family-owned since 1993
  • Fully insured

Free Evaluation

Get an Honest Quote

We respond promptly, day or night.

Typical callback under 30 min · Or call (617) 262-0303 — 24/7

Why Choose Mr. Drain?

  • Family owned & operated since 1993
  • Owner with 20+ years of experience
  • 24/7 emergency service – day or night
  • Upfront pricing with no surprises
  • Fully insured, experienced drain technicians
  • Committed to customer satisfaction

24/7 Emergency Drain Service

We're here when you need us most. Day or night, rain or shine.

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Grease Trap Cleaning Near You

We provide grease trap cleaning across Boston, Greater Boston, and the South Shore. Pick your city for local details, or call (617) 262-0303.

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All cities we serve:

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should a grease trap be cleaned?
There is no single schedule that fits every kitchen: service frequency and paperwork requirements are set locally, so confirm yours with your local sewer authority or board of health. In practice many Greater Boston restaurants end up on a 30–90 day cycle depending on trap size, volume, and menu, and we can measure how fast your trap fills to help you set an interval.
How much does grease trap cleaning cost in Boston?
A standard under-sink grease trap (20–50 gallon) pump-and-clean typically runs $175–$375. Larger in-ground interceptors (500–2,000 gallon) run $325–$750+ depending on capacity and access. Hydro jetting the grease line downstream is $300–$600. All flat-priced in writing before any work begins.
What's the difference between grease trap cleaning and pumping?
Pumping removes the liquid grease and waste. A full cleaning also scrapes the walls and baffles, washes down the trap, and inspects the inlet/outlet tees so the trap actually works for the next interval. We always do both — a trap that is only pumped keeps its coated walls and any damaged tees.
Do you handle the grease waste disposal manifest?
Yes. We haul the waste off-site and provide you a manifest for every pump-out. Ask your local sewer authority or board of health which records they require you to keep.
Can you work after hours so we don't lose service?
Yes. Most of our restaurant clients are on a late-night or early-morning schedule so the dining room never sees us. We work overnights, weekends, and around your prep schedule.
My grease line keeps clogging — what's the fix?
If the line downstream of the trap is clogging on a regular cycle, the trap is either undersized, overdue, or the line itself is coated in FOG. The right answer is almost always a hydro jet of the entire grease line plus a tightened pumping schedule. We'll camera the line, jet it once, and get you on a maintenance interval that keeps it clear.

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