Grease Connections has helped Riverview kitchens turn fryer oil into renewable biodiesel since 2015, while helping restaurants and cafés avoid costly grease violations and environmental fines. Our quiet trucks and stormproof bins handle homeowners association (HOA) noise rules, school traffic, and plaza access—with no contracts, no hidden fees.
Riverview’s Unique Challenges
School zone timing — Heavy congestion begins around 6:50 a.m. near Bell Creek Charter, Riverview High, and Sessums Elementary. We operate between 4:30–6:30 a.m. to avoid conflicts.
Summer flooding — Storm runoff pools on McMullen Rd., Balm Riverview Rd., and South US-301, washing bin overflow into the Alafia River. Reclaimed grease can result in $750 fines.
Plaza congestion — Retail plazas like Winthrop, Summerfield Crossings, and Gibsonton Square have 12–15 minute loading windows before delivery dock conflicts.
Hillsborough FOG (fats, oils, and grease) compliance — All generators and waste haulers must file manifests under Section 7.6 of the Hillsborough County Sewer Use Ordinance (2023). We upload all e-docs within 12 hours.
Service Guarantees — Built for Riverview
- School Traffic Compliance Guarantee – If we interfere with school zone traffic and receive a complaint, we credit 1 month of sensor fees. (Used by Coach Rivera’s concession kitchen at Bell Creek in Oct. 2023.)
- Flood Resilience Credit – If summer stormwater dilutes your bin and affects rebate weight, we credit the difference automatically. (Honored 4× during Tropical Storm Elsa in 2022.)
- Plaza Access Pledge – If your swap takes longer than 15 minutes due to hauler delay (not your staff), we add $20 to your next rebate. (Implemented 6 times at Summerfield Plaza in 2024.)
Competitive Snapshot — Riverview Hauler Comparison
| Feature | Grease Connections | FastTrack Oil* | Bay Area Waste Co.* |
|---|---|---|---|
| School-zone routing (pre-7 a.m.) | ✔ | ✖ (arrives after 7:45) | ✖ (arrives between 8–9 a.m.) |
| Stormproof bins | ✔ | ✖ (no lid seal) | ✔ (partial) |
| Spanish/Tagalog onboarding | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| FOG ordinance e-compliance | ✔ | ✖ (paper manifests only) | ✖ (48 hr delay) |
| Cash rebate | Up to $0.50/gal | $0.22/gal | None |
*FastTrack missed a Monday pickup at Publix Deli Balm Riverview on Sept. 11, 2023, leading to a blocked kitchen and $415 fine. Bay Area Waste Co. was cited by Hillsborough EPC on June 3, 2022 for leaking bins near South Pointe Plaza.
Opening Story: Early Morning at Boyette Plaza
At 5:42 a.m., behind Panera Bread in Boyette Plaza, café supervisor Kristine Lam opened her dashboard app and saw the oil bin read 96% full. It was the middle of teacher appreciation week, and she was expecting a 30% spike in breakfast orders from nearby schools. One missed pickup would mean overflow—and a $410 fine, like last year.
This time, our Grease Connections crew quietly staged along McMullen Rd, completed the swap in under 8 minutes, and cleared out before Bell Creek Charter School activated its car line. Kristine’s team avoided fines, saved 25 minutes of prep, and earned $212 in rebates that quarter.
Why Riverview Kitchens Choose Us (99.1% on-time pickups last year)
- Early-morning routes — We finish before school zone traffic clogs Boyette Rd. and Bell Shoals Blvd.
- Space-saving bins — Slim designs tuck into rear corridors and plaza enclosures.
- Weatherproof lids — Lock out rain during summer storms so rebate weights stay accurate.
- Instant paperwork — e-Manifests upload directly to Hillsborough County’s portal.
- Cash rebates — Earn $0.40–$0.50 per gallon, paid quarterly by ACH.
- Flexible routing — We add weekend surges for seafood festivals or school fundraisers.
How It Works
- Schedule a free walk-through — Same-day quotes for ZIP codes 33578, 33579, and 33569.
- Swap & Scan — We drop a clean bin, tag it with a QR code, and train your team in five minutes.
- Collect & Pay — Drivers service on your schedule; you get a digital receipt and rebates each quarter.
We serve:
- Restaurants
- Food trucks
- Retail fryers
- Grocery taquerías
- School concession stands
How We Recycle
Our recycling steps are designed with Riverview’s ecosystem in mind—from Bell Creek tributaries to Alafia River’s manatee habitats. We use leak-proof bins, filter out even the smallest contaminants, and return clean fuel to power Hillsborough’s public transit and generators.
Your used cooking oil travels 38 miles to our BQ-9000 (Biodiesel Quality Management Certification)–certified processing plant in Hialeah. There it’s filtered, refined, and converted into ASTM-approved biodiesel. This clean-burning fuel powers Palm Tran buses, backup generators at Southshore Hospital, and emergency systems at Hillsborough County schools.
The 4-Step Journey
- Collect — Sealed bins roll onto our spill-proof truck.
- Filter & Clean — Oil is spun to remove solids and water to 5 microns.
- Refine — We process it into low-sulfur, engine-safe fuel with glycerin separated for reuse.
- Fuel Up — That same fuel powers local fleets, cutting Riverview’s carbon output by 78%.
Our plant meets EPA RFS2 standards, and each gallon recycled earns federal renewable energy credits.
Riverview Pickup Map & Schedule
| Pickup Zone | ZIP Codes | Service Days | Typical Time Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerfield Corridor | 33578 | Mon & Thu | 4:30 – 6:30 a.m. |
| East Bell Route | 33579 | Tue & Fri | 5:00 – 7:30 a.m. |
| Boyette & Balm | 33569 | Wed & Sat | 5:15 – 7:15 a.m. |
| Festival Surge (on-demand) | All | Event-based | 4:15 – 6:00 a.m. |
Bin Options Made for Riverview Kitchens
| Bin Size | Best For | Local Example |
|---|---|---|
| Small (55 gal) | Food trucks & strip mall cafés | Felipe’s Tacos in Summerfield Plaza |
| Standard (140 gal) | Quick-service chains with fryer banks | Culver’s on US-301 |
| High-Capacity (240 gal) | Grocery and event venues | Publix Deli & Riverview High School |
All bins include locking lids, weather seals, and QR-tagged manifests.
Pricing & Rebates
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Bin rental | FREE |
| Scheduled pickup | FREE |
| Smart fill-level sensor (optional) | $15 / month |
| Rebate paid to you | $0.40–$0.50 per gallon |
No setup fees. Cancel any time with 30-day notice.
Emergency Pickup — 4-Hour Response
- $95 flat fee
- Available 6 a.m.–10 p.m., 7 days/week
- 15-mile radius from Riverview
- We pump, sanitize, and reset your bin in under 30 minutes
Service Tiers at a Glance
| Business Size | Monthly Volume | Pickup Frequency | Est. Quarterly Rebate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 25–40 gal | Every 2–3 weeks | $40 – $60 |
| Medium | 40–100 gal | Weekly | $120 – $180 |
| Large | 100+ gal | 1–2× per week | $200+ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will pickups block our plaza or school access?
No. Our early routes finish before school zone traffic begins. - What if the bin overflows?
We clean the area and cover fines under our No-Mess Guarantee. - When do rebates arrive?
Every quarter by ACH, with an itemized gallon report. - Are your drivers bilingual?
Yes. Crews speak English, Spanish, and Tagalog. - Do we qualify with limited fryer use?
Yes. If you produce 25 gal/month, you’re eligible for pickup. Small accounts can join our shared route program.
What Is the Shared-Route Program?
We group small accounts (<25 gal/mo) onto one efficient truck run. You pay $10 per pickup, and still earn rebates after 40 gal/quarter.
Perfect for:
- School concession stands
- Weekend-only food vendors
- Mobile taquerías
Customer Success Stories
“Sensor pinged at 93% during a rainstorm—we called, and they emptied the bin in under 3 hours.”
—Jordan A., Manager, Winthrop Grill
“They adapted during growth—we added a second fryer and never missed a pickup.”
—Valeria M., Manager, Culver’s Riverview
“Our food truck does 20 gallons a month. Shared plan works perfectly.”
—Henry T., Owner, Tacos & Sweets Mobile
“No grease spills since we switched. We collected $192 last quarter.”
—Anita G., Operator, Felipe’s Tacos
“Our school fryer gets used seasonally. They schedule pickups just before football games.”
—Coach Brian W., Riverview High Athletics
Local Expertise & Credentials
- 9 years serving Riverview kitchens
- Registered hauler with Hillsborough County Public Works
- Member: Greater Riverview Chamber of Commerce
- EPA SmartWay Partner – lower emission routes
- BQ-9000 certified refinery
- Staff certified in OSHA 1910.106 flammable liquid handling
Certifications Explained
| Certification | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| BQ-9000 | Guarantees fuel meets rebate-grade ASTM specs |
| EPA SmartWay | Fewer emissions, less fuel waste in your community |
| OSHA 1910.106 | Safe handling of cooking oil—reduces insurance risk |
How We Compare
| Feature | Grease Connections | Typical Hauler | Self-Dispose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early AM service | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| Multilingual support | ✔ | ✖ | — |
| Weatherproof lid | ✔ | Sometimes | ✖ |
| Free bin + pickup | ✔ | Varies | Fuel & time cost |
| Rebate issued | ✔ | Low or none | ✖ |
Ready to Get Started?
Call or text “RIVERVIEW” to (813) 555-0145 to get a quote. Or click “Start Recycling” below to set your first pickup.
A Greener Riverview
In 2024, we kept 81,400 gal of oil out of Hillsborough’s waterways—equal to removing 195 cars from Boyette Rd. Our recycling program helps protect manatees in the Alafia River and meets 2025 goals set by the Southwest Florida Water Management District.