Grease Trap & FOG Compliance Blog
Current writing on grease trap regulations, sizing, pumping, enforcement, and operations — written specifically for restaurant owners, facility managers, and plumbing professionals.
FOG Regulations in the US: The 2026 Overview
How federal, state, and local FOG rules stack up — plus what's changed in the last year across major US jurisdictions.
Read article7 Grease Trap Sizing Mistakes That Fail Inspection
Undersized traps, missing flow controls, wrong fixture counts — the sizing errors we see most often and how to avoid them.
Read articleWho Actually Enforces FOG Regulations?
Federal, state, and local layers decode who can fine you, who can close you, and which agency to call when you have questions.
Read articleThe 12-Point BMP Checklist Every Kitchen Should Follow
Best Management Practices that cut FOG at the source. Staff training, equipment choices, and documentation inspectors look for.
Read articleHow to Choose a Grease Hauler (Without Getting Burned)
Licensing, manifests, disposal verification — a 10-question vetting checklist to pick a compliant hauler for your restaurant.
Read article