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Mound MN - Beware of Hidden Grease Traps!

6/30/2025

Beware of Hidden Grease Traps!
Grease accumulation is among the most prevalent and underestimated causes of foul smells, drain problems, and potentially long-lasting plumbing issues in the home. Most people are aware of keeping grease away from the garbage disposal in the kitchen, but many are unaware that grease catches up in unexpected places—presenting significant cleaning and upkeep issues in the long run.
As a company that specializes in professional cleaning, we've witnessed firsthand how these "hidden" grease traps can quietly harbor buildup. Commercial kitchens that have special grease traps to keep fats, oils, and grease (FOG) from wastewater are a different story. Houses lack that level of filtration system.
Here are some of the lesser-known grease traps that we think every homeowner should keep an eye on:

P-traps and kitchen drains
Grease also cools and solidifies when traveling through the pipes. It can clog the P-trap under the sink over time, causing water to drain slowly or having a foul odor. Flushing with hot water and a degreaser on a regular basis can eliminate this.
Dishwasher filter and spray arms
When you run greasy dishes through without scraping or rinsing, that grease does not magically disappear. It tends to become lodged in the dishwasher’s filter or even clog spray nozzles, impairing the dishwasher’s performance and hygiene.
Exhaust Filters and Range Hoods
Cooking vapors contain microscopic bits of grease that adhere to range hood filters and blower blades. These surfaces can become sticky, stinky, and even hazardous should they not be properly wiped down.
Garbage disposal devices
Garbage disposals have the reputation for the capacity to dispose of anything, but grease and oils will continue to line the blades and interior surfaces, decreasing efficiency and causing odor.

Don't do this
Never dispose of grease down the drain. Allow grease to cool first, then throw it away in the trash. Have regular deep cleans of the kitchen done professionally, including the appliances and the vent hood, and incorporate degreasing into your daily cleansing routine.
Our experienced professionals excel at all types of cleaning, including removing soils from every surface, including carpet and furniture, hard floors, and beyond. We'll keep your house safer, cleaner, and humming along—where the grease has no chance.
Do the right thing and let us know how we can help. After all, it pays to call a pro!

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