Downtown bistros on US‑301, Pasco County Fair vendors, and kumquat‑pie stalls at the annual festival all crank out rivers of fryer oil. We collect every gallon—free—turn it into low‑carbon biodiesel for Pasco County fleets—and pay you up to $0.50 / gal. Call or text (305) 204‑5207 anytime—our 24 / 7 crew can drop a storm‑sealed bin before tomorrow’s breakfast rush.
Why Dade City Kitchens Trust Us (99.4 % on‑time in 2025)
- US‑301 Sunrise Sweep — Trucks loop Meridian Ave → US‑301 → SR‑52 between 5–7 a.m., beating tractor traffic and school drop‑offs.
- Fairground Surge Team — Pasco County Fair & Kumquat Festival spike grease three‑fold. We stage a 1 000‑gal tanker behind the livestock barns—extra pickups, zero surcharge.
- Rain‑Ready Lids — Summer cloudbursts? Dual‑gasket lids lock out 5‑inch‑per‑hour rain and oak leaves, so rebate weights stay accurate.
- Top‑Scale Rebates — High‑quality soy oil from farm‑to‑table kitchens often earns $0.45–$0.50 / gal.
- 30‑Mile Closed Loop — Oil travels 30 mi to our Tampa BQ‑9000 refinery, then fuels Pasco school buses—short haul, low carbon.
“Fair week used to flood the grease bin. They emptied it twice a day and we still pocketed $188.”
— Shelly Brown, Pasco County Fair Concessions
“Breakfast crowd never notices the swap—drivers finish before dawn.”
— Carlos Rivera, Café on Meridian
Always‑Free Services
| Service | Dade City Detail | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bin delivery & swap | Steel carts with wildlife‑lock lids | FREE |
| Scheduled collection | US‑301 sunrise loop (Mon–Sat) | FREE |
| Extra surge pickup | 3‑h response during fairs/festivals | FREE |
| Compliance docs | E‑manifests auto‑upload to Pasco Utilities FOG | FREE |
| ESG impact report | Quarterly gallons, CO₂e, RIN credits | FREE |
| Staff refresher | 5‑min bilingual demo | FREE |
| Quarterly pressure‑wash | High‑temp sanitation + citrus rinse | FREE |
Emergency spill? 4‑Hour Rapid Team (24 / 7) — $95 dispatch; rebate still applies.
Collection Schedule
| Zone | ZIP | Days | Time Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Downtown / Meridian | 33525 | Mon & Thu | 5 – 7 a.m. |
| US‑301 Corridor | 33523 | Tue & Fri | 5:30 – 7:30 a.m. |
| SR‑52 & College Campus | 33525 | Wed & Sat | 6 – 8 a.m. |
| Event Surge (Fairgrounds) | 33525 | On‑Demand | 4 – 7 a.m. |
(After school zones clear, trucks detour to Old Lakeland Hwy to cut idle time.)
Step‑by‑Step Pickup Workflow
- Same‑Day Walk‑Through — Measure fryers & doors; choose a bin; explain oil‑quality tips.
- Swap & Scan — Clean QR‑tagged bin in, full cart out; custody logged instantly.
- On‑Site Pump — Vacuum at ≤ 140 °F; wipe deck; apply degreaser if needed.
- Digital Receipt — E‑manifest arrives in your inbox & county portal within minutes.
- Quarterly ACH Payout — Rebate lands ≈ 15 days post‑quarter.
Bin Menu & Specs
| Bin | Capacity | Footprint (L × W) | Height | Empty Wt. | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Caddy | 40 gal | 36″ × 24″ | 32″ | 55 lb | Farmers‑market stalls |
| Slimline Cart | 140 gal | 48″ × 29″ | 42″ | 95 lb | Downtown cafés |
| Low‑Profile Bin | 240 gal | 54″ × 34″ | 29″ | 110 lb | College cafeterias |
| Skid Tank | 500 gal | 72″ × 48″ | 52″ | 280 lb | County Fair midway |
All bins: locking lids, caster brakes, fire‑code clearance, rust‑resistant coating.
Transparent Pricing
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Bin rental | $0 |
| Unlimited pickups | $0 |
| Smart level sensor (optional) | $15 / mo |
| Rebate paid to you | $0.30 – $0.50 / gal |
Example Rebate Calculation
Meridian Ave bistro with two fryers → 85 gal/month
- Quarterly volume: 85 × 3 ≈ 255 gal
- Payout @ $0.43 / gal → 255 × 0.43 ≈ $110 per quarter.
Rebate Tier Guide (Approx.)
| Monthly Volume | Typical Service | Quarterly Payout* |
|---|---|---|
| 20 – 40 gal | Every 3 wks | $25 – $60 |
| 40 – 100 gal | Weekly | $75 – $150 |
| 100 – 250 gal | 1–2× per wk | $120 – $300 |
| 250 + gal | Multi‑wk | $300 + |
*Assumes $0.40 / gal avg. and clean oil quality.
2025 Environmental Impact — Dade City
- 82 600 gal recycled – fills nearly three community pools.
- ≈205 cars off US‑301 – ~730 t CO₂e kept out of Pasco skies.
- 80 % cleaner exhaust – fresher air around Rodney B. Cox Elementary & Hardy Trail.
- Withlacoochee River safeguarded – less grease, healthier Gulf flow.
- EPA RFS2 credits – every gallon issues a RIN toward national renewable‑fuel goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contract term? Month‑to‑month; cancel with 30‑day notice.
Minimum volume? 20 gal/mo free; under that, shared‑route pickup $10/stop.
Accepted oils? Canola, soybean, peanut, blended fryer oils. No motor oil or shortening blocks.
Safe temps? We pump 100 – 140 °F. Cool below 150 °F before dumping.
Contaminated oil? We’ll haul it; rebate adjusts if water/food > 5 %. We train staff to strain.
Spill liability? Crews carry $2 M coverage and fix spills at no cost.
Hurricane prep? Pump, straps rated 110 mph, indoor caddies—free.
Need staff present? After first training, just stage the bin; drivers handle the rest.
How We Compare
| Feature | Grease Connections | Typical Hauler | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free unlimited pickups | ✔ | ✖ | Fuel + time |
| US‑301 sunrise route | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| Festival surge tanker | ✔ | Rare | ✖ |
| Instant e‑manifests | ✔ | Paper slips | — |
| Up to $0.50/gal rebate | ✔ | Low | ✖ |
Ready to Flip Grease into Green?
- Call or Text 24 / 7: (305) 204‑5207 — say “DADE” to book your free walk‑through.
- Prefer to browse? View our service menu and explore every $0 perk.
- Need a bin fast? Confirm your address; we typically deliver within 12 hours—often before the next afternoon thunderstorm.
Stop wrestling fryer buckets—let Dade City’s local crew handle the grease, pay you for it, and keep Pasco County shining.