Grease Connections has shielded Seffner’s grills, food‑truck rallies, and church fish‑fries since 2016, turning fryer waste into low‑carbon biodiesel for Hillsborough County fleets. Zero contracts. Zero hidden fees. Unlimited free pickups—no matter how many gallons you cook. Storm‑sealed bins shrug off summer cloudbursts and foil curious raccoons.
Need service today? Call or text (305) 204‑5207.
How It Works — Always Free, No Volume Cap
- Request a Five‑Minute Walk‑Through. Same‑day estimates anywhere in 33584 (and PO Box 33583). We size your fryer output, doorway clearances, and hurricane tie‑downs.
- Drop, Scan & Train. A clean, QR‑tagged bin arrives. Our driver trains staff in five minutes, removes your starter oil, and checks spill‑kit placement—free.
- Collect & Pay. Pickups follow your calendar. Each haul triggers an instant digital receipt, and rebates land every quarter. Fry 600 gal during Founders Day Fair? We still empty it—free.
NEW for Seffner: We install free quarter‑turn drain spigots on church kettles and food‑truck fryers, saving volunteers 15 minutes per clean‑down.
Need an emergency pump‑out? Our 4‑Hour Rapid‑Response Team runs 6 a.m.–10 p.m., seven days a wee; standard rebate still applies. To see and learn more about how we can help View our Used cooking oil services Today →
Why Seffner Kitchens Choose Us (99.3 % on‑time pickups in 2024)
Traffic‑Proof Routing
Pre‑dawn circuits dodge I‑4 backups at McIntosh Rd., beat US‑92 rail crossings, and skip Parsons Ave. school drop‑offs so your alley stays clear for produce trucks.
Storm‑Sealed Slimline Bins
Our 140‑gal bin slides through 36‑inch prep doors yet holds two fryer loads. Dual‑gasket lids stop 4‑in‑per‑hour storms, so rebate weights stay pure.
Instant Digital Paperwork
Drivers scan your QR tag; e‑manifests sync to the County Fats, Oils & Grease (FOG) portal. Email + SMS receipts arrive before the truck reaches Mango Rd.
Festival Surge Coverage—Still Free
During the Founders Day Fair or Lazydays RV Rally we pre‑position extra pump crews at the Civic Center. Extra pickups cost you $0.
Top‑Tier Rebates, Fast Deposits
Earn $0.39–$0.53 per gallon, ACH‑direct within 15 days after quarter‑end. A live dashboard tracks NYMEX veg‑oil trends so you can forecast earnings.
Local, Multilingual Crews
Teams live in Brandon, Mango, and Seffner. All speak English & Spanish; one driver also speaks Haitian Creole—handy for Lake Weeks seafood shacks.
Tailored Solutions for Seffner’s Diverse Kitchens
Family‑Owned Diners & BBQ Shacks along Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd often have narrow side alleys and early breakfast rushes. We deploy our shortest wheelbase truck and finish pickups by 5:45 a.m. so the biscuit line never stalls.
Church Kitchens that host weekly fish‑fries rely on volunteers, not line cooks. Free drain‑spigot installs and five‑minute trainings mean seniors can empty fryers safely with zero heavy lifting.
Food‑Truck Pods at Parsons Pointe produce modest volumes but need spotless lots for evening crowds. Our shared‑route plan groups five trucks into one stop, cutting fuel use 28 % and saving each vendor $120 a year.
RV Park Cafeterias serving 2,000+ visitors during the Lazydays Rally spike to 150 gal/week. Surge pickups‑—free of surcharges—keep them inspection‑proof during peak season.
Distribution Center Cafés near I‑4 rely on 3 a.m. shift‑changes. We service between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. so grease removal never overlaps the forklift lunch rush.
Free Pickup Zones & Schedule
| Zone | ZIP | Days | Time Window | Local Insight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parsons Pointe Corridor | 33584 | Mon & Thu | 5:30–7:30 a.m. | Avoids US‑92 rail delays |
| Lake Weeks Shores | 33584 | Tue & Fri | 6:00–8:00 a.m. | Skips I‑4 on‑ramps |
| Mango Hills Loop | 33584 | Wed & Sat | 5:00–7:00 a.m. | Clears school traffic |
| Fair‑Week Surge | 33584 | On‑Demand | 4:30–7:00 a.m. | Extra crew at Civic Center |
From Fryer to Fuel: Step‑by‑Step & Eco‑Impact
Your oil travels 18 miles to our Tampa BQ‑9000 plant.
- Screen & Settle. Mesh screens and settling tanks remove solids and 90 % water—preventing sludge from clogging downstream equipment.
- Thermal Dehydration. Gentle heat evaporates leftover moisture, which boosts energy density and slashes smoke during combustion.
- Catalyst Conversion. Alcohol + catalyst break triglycerides, forming clean‑burning biodiesel—cutting lifecycle CO₂ by 78 % compared with diesel.
- Quality Check. Independent labs certify ASTM D6751 specs; high‑purity fuel keeps HART bus engines running cleaner and longer.
Each gallon is logged under EPA RFS2, earning renewable‑fuel credits that help meet federal clean‑energy targets.
2024 Sustainability Snapshot
- 87,900 gal recycled—equal to removing 220 cars from I‑4 for 12 months.
- 1.18 million lb CO₂e avoided—enough power for 165 homes for a year.
Bin Menu — Specs at a Glance
| Bin | Capacity | Footprint (L × W) | Height | Key Features | Best Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Café Bin | 40 gal | 36″ × 24″ | 32″ | Foot‑pedal lid; locking casters | Food trucks, kiosks |
| Slimline Bin | 140 gal | 48″ × 29″ | 42″ | Dual‑gasket storm lid; easy‑roll wheels | Diners, BBQ shacks |
| Low‑Profile Bin | 240 gal | 54″ × 34″ | 29″ | Fits under parking‑deck ceilings; forklift pockets | Hotels, church halls |
Quarterly pressure‑wash sanitizing is free. Need a custom size? Ask about our 500‑gal skid tank.
Transparent Pricing
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Bin rental | FREE |
| Scheduled pickup | FREE — unlimited |
| Smart sensor (optional) | $15 / mo |
| Rebate paid to you | $0.39–$0.53 per gal |
Potential Quarterly Earnings
| Monthly Volume | Pickup Rhythm | Rebate* |
|---|---|---|
| 20–40 gal | Every 3 weeks | $40–$60 |
| 40–100 gal | Weekly | $115–$180 |
| 100–250 gal | 1–2× week | $200–$480 |
| 250 + gal | Multi‑weekly | $480 + |
*Assumes $0.46 per gal average payout.
Compliance Made Easy
| Requirement | Agency | We Provide |
|---|---|---|
| FOG permits & logs | Hillsborough County Public Utilities | Automatic e‑manifests + 24‑month archive |
| Spill containment >55 gal | Florida DEP | All bins ship with spill trays |
| Storm prep tie‑down | County Fire Code | Locking casters + indoor caddy option |
OSHA‑compliant training certificates print instantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will your truck block MLK traffic? No. Our compact rig averages a seven‑minute stop and never occupies the live lane.
Is there a minimum volume for free service? Twenty gallons a month. Under that, our $10 shared‑route plan fits tight budgets until you scale.
What happens if a hurricane warning is issued? We run pre‑storm pump‑outs, lock bins with tie‑down straps rated to 90 mph winds, and, if you prefer, roll indoor caddies inside 24 hours before landfall—all free.
Do I need staff on‑site during pickup? No. Once trained, your team can leave the bin staged; our driver scans, pumps, sanitizes, and rolls the bin back into place.
Are there long‑term contracts or cancellation fees? Service is month‑to‑month. Cancel anytime with 30 days’ notice—no penalties, ever.
How fast do rebates arrive? ACH payments hit within 15 days of each quarter’s end. Need monthly payouts? Let us know.
Do you sell fresh oil, too? Yes—35‑lb soy‑blend jugs delivered on the same truck, reducing emissions.
Success Stories
“During Founders Day we produced double the grease. They added two extra pickups—free—and paid us $368.”
— Paula Jameson, Lazydays RV Park Grill
“Their bilingual crew trained my staff in ten minutes—no confusion, no spills.”
— Chef Raymond Turner, Straight Off the Grill BBQ
“Our church fish‑fry volunteers love the new spigot; no heavy lifting. We earned $97 last quarter just from Friday dinners.”
— Pastor Denise Wilson, First Baptist Seffner
Credentials & Community Ties
- BQ‑9000 certified fuel chain
- EPA SmartWay partner—18 % lower fleet emissions
- Member, Greater Seffner Chamber of Commerce & Founders Day sponsor
- OSHA 1910.106 certified crews
How We Compare
| Feature | Grease Connections | Typical Hauler | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited free pickups | ✔ | ✖ | Fuel & time cost |
| Pre‑dawn, traffic‑proof routes | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| Storm‑sealed lids & tie‑downs | ✔ | Sometimes | ✖ |
| Instant digital paperwork | ✔ | Paper slips | — |
| Cash rebate up to $0.53 / gal | ✔ | Low or none | ✖ |
Ready to Start? — (305) 204‑5207
Text “SEFFNER” or click Start Recycling—we can deliver a bin by tomorrow morning.
A Greener Seffner, One Fryer at a Time
Last year, local kitchens recycled 87,900 gal of oil—carbon savings equal to removing 220 cars from I‑4 for a full year.