Historic eateries near Bok Tower Gardens, barbecue patios along US‑27, and food trucks serving crowds at Lake Wailes Park pour out gallons of hot fryer oil every day. We collect every drop—free—pay you up to $0.50 per gallon, and transform that grease into clean‑burning biodiesel. Call (305) 204‑5207 anytime; a hurricane‑rated bin can reach your loading dock before tomorrow’s lunch rush—even if SR‑60 crawls or the 3 p.m. thunder‑boomer rolls off the Ridge.
Why Lake Wales Kitchens Pick Us (99.6 % on‑time in 2025)
Our drivers slip through Spook Hill before dawn, stage vacuum tankers beside the Central Avenue bypass, and never miss a pickup when Lake Wales Mardi Gras or Pioneer Days Festival clogs downtown. Each gallon files automatically to Polk County’s FOG portal, and your rebate climbs with volume—no paperwork. Result: punctual pickups, zero hidden fees, and fatter quarterly checks—backed by a 99.6 % on‑time record.
Testimonials
“Your tanker pumped us out before Pioneer Days tents went up and our quarterly rebate jumped to $618.”
— Harvey Collins, Pitmaster — Crazy Fish BBQ, Central Ave
“SR‑60 resurfacing trapped delivery trucks, but your night crew hit 12:45 a.m.—the $0.47/gal payout bought new misting fans.”
— Mia Alvarez, Owner — Garden Bistro at Bok Tower Gardens
Local Challenges & Custom Solutions
| Lake Wales Headache | Our Fix | What You Gain |
|---|---|---|
| SR‑60 lane closures | Pre‑sunrise routing + Hunt Brothers detour | On‑time guarantee |
| US‑27 tourist traffic | Tanker staging at Scenic Hwy spur | No delay surcharges |
| Afternoon ridge lightning | Gasketed lids & 316‑SS hardware | No spills; 98 % purity |
| Festival & parade surges | Dedicated 10 p.m.–2 a.m. tanker loop | No overflow fines |
| Citrus‑dust corrosion | Zinc‑coated wheels & rust‑proof bins | 5‑yr bin life, zero rust cost |
Always‑Free Services
| Service | Local Detail | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bin delivery & swap | Hurricane‑rated stainless to 140 mph | FREE |
| Scheduled collection | Ridge‑traffic‑aware routes (Mon–Sat) | FREE |
| Event/surge pickup | Extra tankers for Mardi Gras & Pioneer Days | FREE |
| Compliance documentation | Polk e‑manifests auto‑filed—no city paperwork | FREE |
| ESG impact reporting | Lake Wailes watershed metrics | FREE |
| Staff refresher training | On‑site at Downtown, Scenic Hwy & SR‑60 | FREE |
| Quarterly pressure‑wash | Phosphate‑safe citrus wash; mats reclaimed curb‑side | FREE |
Emergency spill response 24/7—avg arrival 44 min. All collections power our used cooking oil recycling stream—zero waste, maximum rebate.
Collection Schedule
| Zone | ZIP | Days | Time Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown & Lake Wailes | 33853 | Mon & Thu | 5–7 a.m. |
| Scenic Hwy & Bok Tower | 33853 | Tue & Fri | 5–7 a.m. |
| US‑27 Commercial Strip | 33859 | Wed | 6–8 a.m. |
| SR‑60 Industrial | 33898 | Mon & Sat | 6–8 a.m. |
| Highland Park & Crooked Lake | 33859 | Thu | 5:30–7:30 a.m. |
| Event Surge | 33853‑33898 | As needed | 10 p.m.–2 a.m. |
Need service outside these areas? View our full coverage map.
Step‑by‑Step Pickup Workflow
- Same‑Day Walk‑Through — ServSafe tech measures fryers, selects a bin, and trains cooks on splash‑free pours.
- Bin Delivery — Hurricane‑rated container arrives within 24 h; geo‑tag photo confirms placement.
- On‑Site Pump & Scan — Vacuum hose empties bin curb‑side; fresh QR‑tagged cart rolls in; sensor uploads volume.
- Digital Docs — Polk manifest & ESG impact PDF auto‑email by EOD.
- Rebate Paid — ACH lands in your Bank of Central FL account within 15 days—tiered up to $0.50/gal.
Bin Menu & Specs
| Capacity | Footprint (L × W) | Height | Empty Wt. | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 gal | 36″ × 24″ | 32″ | 60 lb | Food trucks at Lake Wailes Park events |
| 70 gal | 42″ × 28″ | 38″ | 75 lb | Central Ave cafés |
| 95 gal | 48″ × 29″ | 42″ | 96 lb | Scenic Hwy patios |
| 140 gal | 52″ × 31″ | 45″ | 120 lb | Bok Tower banquet kitchens |
| 240 gal | 60″ × 34″ | 50″ | 160 lb | Mardi Gras catering hubs |
| 300 gal | 72″ × 40″ | 52″ | 185 lb | High‑volume US‑27 venues |
All bins include locking lids, anti‑tip frames & reflective tape for 4 a.m. pickups.
Rebate Calculator
Enter your numbers, tap Calculate, and see monthly payout & ROI:
- Gallons per pickup
- Pickups per month
- Rebate $/gal (defaults $0.43)
- Fee $/pickup (usually $0)
- Monthly fixed fees (sensor $15 default)
Transparent Pricing
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Bin rental | $0 |
| Unlimited pickups | $0 |
| Smart sensor (optional) | $15/mo |
| Rebate paid to you | $0.30–$0.50/gal |
Example Rebate Calculation
- Monthly volume: Scenic Hwy bistro yields 86 gal/month
- Quarterly volume: 86 × 3 = 258 gal
- Rebate tier: 0–299 gal → $0.30/gal
- Quarterly payout: 258 × 0.30 = $77.40
Case Study — Citrus Grove Café
Open drums beside the grove let rainwater cut purity to 92 %. We installed a 95‑gal gasketed cart; purity hit 98 % and the rate rose from $0.28 to $0.38/gal, funding a covered juice‑bar deck before summer heat.
2025 Environmental Impact — Lake Wales, FL
- 82,800 gal recycled — fuels 125 garbage trucks for an entire week.
- ≈200 cars off US‑27 — ~670 t CO₂e kept from ridge‑top air.
- 79 % cleaner exhaust — like erasing two years of lawn‑mower fumes city‑wide.
- Lake Wailes safeguarded — fewer grease slicks, healthier gator habitat.
- EPA RFS2 credits — every gallon issues a RIN toward renewable‑fuel targets.
Local Environmental Partnerships:
- Lake Wailes Watershed Alliance
- Keep Polk County Beautiful Member
- Historic Lake Wales Main Street Green Partner
Lake Wales FAQs
Can you beat SR‑60 lane closures? Pre‑sunrise routes plus Hunt Brothers detour keep pickups punctual—even during parade nights.
Do festival surge pickups cost extra? Never—extra runs stay FREE, and gallons still count toward rebates.
What if a hurricane watch hits? Bins move inland; service resumes 24–48 h after the all‑clear—no missed rebates.
Minimum volume to earn? None—rebates start at gallon one and step up automatically.
When are rebates paid? Gallons totaled quarterly; ACH lands in 15 days with a PDF purity report.
Sensor required? Optional $15/mo; alerts prevent overflow fines; pickups stay free without it.
How We Compare
| Feature | Grease Connections | Typical Hauler | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free unlimited pickups | ✔ | ✖ | Fuel + time |
| Parade & festival surge coverage | ✔ | Rare | ✖ |
| Scenic Hwy/SR‑60 detour routing | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| Citrus‑dust‑proof stainless carts | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| Polk FOG & EPA‑formatted impact reports | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| No‑minimum‑volume rebates | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
Our Lake Wales Promises
- Always‑free pickup across every 33853‑33859 ZIP.
- 48‑hour bin delivery or +2¢/gal first‑rebate bonus.
- 15‑minute punctuality credit—late? +2¢/gal bonus added this quarter
- No‑spill pledge—we degrease any mess at no cost.
- Price‑match guarantee—show a local quote, we beat it.
Ready to Turn Grease into Historic Ridge Revenue?
- Call or Text 24/7: (305) 204‑5207 — say “LAKE WALES” to book your free walk‑through.
- Want details first? View our service menu—see every $0 perk.
- Need a bin ASAP? Confirm your address—we deliver in 12 hours, often before the afternoon thunder‑boomer.
Stop wrangling buckets—let Lake Wales’ local crew handle the oil, pay you for it, and keep Lake Wailes mirror‑clear.