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Quick Summary
Grease traps that aren’t emptied before ovens pre heat cost kitchens money and invite fines. According to Georgia’s FOG rule, traps should never exceed 25% capacity. Local ordinances even set 14 or 90 day pump cycles, depending on trap type. Grease Connections meets those rules at dawn, so your staff walks into a clean, odor free line and an empty manifest folder.
Dawn Patrol: Why North Atlanta Kitchens Call at 5 a.m.
Blocked interceptors shut grills and dining rooms. Early morning service keeps prep on schedule while avoiding customer disruption. Gwinnett County warns that over full traps can trigger sewer back ups and four figure fines. By vacuuming between 4 a.m. and 7 a.m., Grease Connections clears FOG before staff reports, protecting breakfast revenue and health score points.
Reliability Checklist: Grease Connections vs. “The Other Guy”
| Reliability Signal | Grease Connections | Typical Vendor |
|---|---|---|
| Confirmed 4 to 7 a.m. window | Yes, SMS night before | “Before noon” |
| EPD trained techs (Rule 391 3 6 .24) | Yes | Varies |
| Live truck tracker | Yes | None |
| 25% capacity check logged | Every visit | Often skipped |
Early hour arrival windows and certified techs mean no missed openings or surprise violations.
Our 4 Step Pre Open Service Loop
- Night Before Reminder. Text with exact ETA.
- Silent Arrival. Low decibel pump keeps neighbors asleep.
- FOG Removal & 25% Test. Meets Atlanta Watershed BMPs.
- Digital Manifest. Georgia compliant form emailed before coffee brews.
Total curb time averages 18 minutes, so deliveries still fit the dock schedule.
Staying Compliant: Georgia & Metro Rules in Plain Talk
Georgia’s state rule covers all FOG transport. Gwinnett County mandates 1,000 gallon minimum outdoor traps and 90 day cleaning, while indoor traps in Atlanta must be pumped every 14 days. Grease Connections programs reminders to each location’s cycle, preventing paperwork lags that inspectors flag.
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What It Costs and What It Saves
| Item | Price Per Visit* | Possible Downtime Cost** |
|---|---|---|
| 90 day scheduled pump | $195 | $0 |
| Mid shift emergency pump | $850+ | ≈ $2,000 lost lunch sales |
Early morning scheduling nearly eliminates premium emergency rates.
The Grease Connections Edge: From First Call to Signed Manifest
Our manifest generator attaches photos, GPS stamp, and disposal weight, records preferred by county inspectors. Yelp reviewers mention “on time, every time” arrival more than any other phrase when rating reliable providers, but Grease Connections’ 98% on schedule record surpasses even top rated regional competitors.
Stories from the Line
Chef Tanya of Roswell’s Brunch House says her dining room “never smelled like last night’s fryer” after switching to pre dawn pumps. Lawrenceville’s Bagel Bar avoided a $1,500 backup after our reminder flagged an overdue indoor trap. These real world wins prove that compliance is customer service.
Quick Answers & Next Moves
- How long does a visit take? About 15 to 20 minutes for a 1,000 gallon trap.
- Do I need to be on site? No, key holding and alarm protocols available.
- Where does the FOG go? To EPD approved processors; manifests list final destination.
Ready to lock in a 4 to 7 a.m. slot? Call or book online, then explore our Atlanta grease trap service hub for neighborhood specific response times.
