Grease Trap and Interceptor Cleaning

Restaurants, cafeterias, bakeries, hotels, healthcare kitchens, schools, churches, clubs, grocery stores and food-processing facilities depend on grease traps and interceptors to prevent fats, oils, grease and food solids from entering plumbing and municipal sewer systems.

As material accumulates, the trap’s usable capacity decreases. Without routine pumping, a grease trap may develop odors, slow drainage, clogs, overflows and other problems that can interrupt business operations.

Mike’s Sanitation services both smaller indoor grease traps and larger outdoor grease interceptors. We can also help recommend a maintenance frequency based on the size of the unit, the volume of food being prepared and the demands placed on the system.

Commercial Septic and Holding Tank Pumping

Commercial properties located outside municipal sewer districts may rely on septic systems or holding tanks to manage wastewater.

Restaurants, offices, retail properties, campgrounds, rural businesses, churches and other facilities can place considerably different demands on these systems than a typical household. Customer traffic, staffing levels, water usage and seasonal activity can all affect how quickly solids or wastewater accumulate.

Mike’s Sanitation provides scheduled and urgent pumping for commercial septic tanks and wastewater holding tanks. Establishing a reliable pumping schedule can help prevent overflows, backups, odors and unexpected interruptions.

Lift Station and Pump Station Service

Lift stations and pump stations move wastewater when gravity alone cannot carry it to the next stage of the sewer or treatment system. When sludge, grease, trash or other material accumulates, pumps and related components may become more difficult to inspect, maintain or repair.

Mike’s Sanitation can pump down lift stations and pump stations before or during maintenance, pump removal or emergency work. Our equipment allows us to remove wastewater and accumulated material so facility personnel or outside contractors can access the system more safely and efficiently.

Car Wash Pit, Sand and Grit Removal

Car wash pits and interceptors collect sand, grit, soil, road debris, sludge and wastewater removed from vehicles. As this material builds up, it reduces system capacity and can affect drainage, treatment equipment and normal wash operations.

Mike’s Sanitation provides pumping and material removal for commercial car wash pits and interceptors. Routine cleaning helps maintain available capacity and keeps heavy solids from moving farther into the wastewater system.

Trash Trap and Interceptor Cleaning

Trash traps and interceptors are designed to capture solids and debris before wastewater reaches downstream treatment equipment or a sewage package plant.

Because these tanks protect other system components, they require periodic cleaning. Mike’s Sanitation can remove accumulated wastewater, sludge, solids and debris to help maintain proper flow and treatment performance.

Food-Processing Waste Removal

Food-production and processing facilities can generate wastewater containing organic material, suspended solids, fats, oils and other process-related waste.

Mike’s Sanitation works with food processors and related businesses to pump, transport and treat approved food-processing waste streams. Our fleet includes vacuum trucks, straight trucks and semis capable of supporting both routine service and larger-volume removal needs.

Sewage Package Plant Service

Some commercial properties, residential developments and institutional facilities operate private sewage treatment or package plant systems.

Mike’s Sanitation provides pumping, cleaning, hauling and disposal services for large and small commercial treatment systems. Depending on the facility, service may include the removal of wastewater, sludge, grit and other accumulated material during routine maintenance or an urgent operational issue.

Organic Waste Spill Cleanup

Unexpected spills involving approved organic materials can create sanitation, environmental and operational concerns. Mike’s Sanitation has experience responding to spills involving materials such as milk, vegetable oil, eggs, corn syrup, manure, sewage and other organic waste streams.

The appropriate response depends on the material, volume, location, site conditions and available disposal options. Contact our team with as much information as possible so we can evaluate whether our equipment and treatment capabilities are appropriate for the situation.

Industries and Facilities We Serve

Commercial wastewater needs are not limited to one type of property. Mike’s Sanitation works with a wide range of organizations, including:

Restaurants and Food-Service Operations

Grease trap cleaning, interceptor pumping, emergency wastewater removal and recurring maintenance for restaurants, cafeterias, bakeries, hotels, clubs and commercial kitchens.

Schools, Churches and Institutions

Wastewater pumping and system maintenance for educational facilities, houses of worship, community buildings, healthcare kitchens and other institutional properties.

Car Washes and Automotive Facilities

Pit and interceptor cleaning to remove wastewater, sand, grit, sludge and vehicle-related debris.

Retail and Commercial Properties

Septic, holding tank, lift station and wastewater pumping for stores, offices, shopping properties and facilities located beyond municipal sewer service.

Food Processors and Agricultural Businesses

Removal and hauling of approved food-related and organic wastewater from processors, farms and agricultural operations.

Property Managers and Developers

Scheduled wastewater services for managed properties, private systems, residential developments, commercial buildings and shared treatment infrastructure.

Scheduled Maintenance That Works Around Your Business

Waiting until a tank, trap or station is full can create an emergency at the worst possible time. A scheduled maintenance plan helps your business remain ahead of preventable problems while making service needs easier to anticipate and budget.

Mike’s Sanitation can help establish a service frequency based on:

• Tank, trap or interceptor capacity
• Business hours and production schedule
• Daily wastewater volume
• Seasonal increases in customer traffic
• Previous pumping history
• Local maintenance requirements
• Accessibility of the system
• Type and concentration of material collected

Service can be coordinated around normal operating hours when scheduling and site conditions allow.

Warning Signs Your Facility May Need Service

A developing wastewater problem may first appear as a minor drainage or odor issue. Contact Mike’s Sanitation when your facility begins experiencing:

• Persistent odors near drains, tanks or interceptors
• Slow drainage throughout multiple areas
• Grease or wastewater backing up into fixtures
• A high-level alarm at a holding tank or lift station
• Wastewater surfacing near a tank or access point
• Grease trap or interceptor overflows
• Reduced capacity inside a car wash pit
• Pumps cycling abnormally
• Visible sludge, sand or grit accumulation
• A tank that is filling more quickly than expected
• An overdue or unknown maintenance history

Limiting water use may help reduce additional wastewater entering the system while service is being arranged. Active sewage backups and overflows should be isolated from employees, customers and food-preparation areas.

Commercial Wastewater Service From Pumping Through Disposal

Removing waste from a property is only part of the process. Business owners also need confidence that the material is being transported and handled through an established disposal system.

Mike’s Sanitation operates its own EPA-licensed wastewater treatment facility and maintains equipment capable of receiving, transporting and processing substantial volumes of approved municipal, industrial, commercial, agricultural and residential wastewater. Its fleet includes high-capacity vacuum trucks, straight trucks and semis, with four- and six-inch pumping capabilities available for larger jobs.

This end-to-end capability helps provide:

• Greater control over scheduling and disposal
• Capacity for routine and large-volume projects
• Faster pumping for appropriate applications
• A documented destination for approved waste
• Support for emergency and time-sensitive situations
• Fewer vendors involved in the removal and disposal process

Waste acceptance depends on the material and characteristics of the waste stream. Our team may request additional information before scheduling specialized or unfamiliar material.

Commercial Wastewater Services Across Ohio and Indiana

Based in New Bremen, Ohio, Mike’s Sanitation provides commercial wastewater pumping and hauling services throughout West Central Ohio and portions of Indiana.

Service availability can depend on the location, waste stream, project volume and equipment required. Contact our office with the facility address and service details so we can confirm availability and prepare an appropriate plan.

Frequently Asked Questions About Commercial Wastewater Services in Ohio & Indiana.