GREASE FORMS IN MAIN DRAIN LINE

JIMBO_2

I am experiencing a problem witn recurring formations of grease in the main sewer line. I believe the tenant is desposing of grease or oil through the kitchen sink. Think a small grease trap under their sink is worth the effort? Is there any chemical available that will cut through these formations?

Dave Yates (PAH)

grease trap

In order for a grease trap to do its job well, it must be sized for flow rate and volume of the sink bowl(s). The usage will determine the frequency of cleaning required.

In landlord/tenant buildings we service, frequent stoppages can often be traced to individual tenants. Most landlords serve one warning and then charge the tenants for subsequent calls. We recently purchased video inspection equipment, which maintains a constantly level picture & records in color.

There are bio-enzymes (Lipase enzymes eat grease) that will keep grease soft and moving along the lines. However, a deliberate dosage of grease and/or food waste, paper towels, etc. will more than overload a drain line and negate any enzyme product benefit.



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Matt Undy

Are you suere the tenent is puting an unreasonable amount of oil or grease downthe drian? Perhaps there is some problem with the line that is exacerbated by the tennent's usage? Is the person cleaning the line competent? There are many inexperienced or unethical people cleaning drians that will simply bore through the stopage and won't put on the proper cutters to open the line to its original diamater. It seems that the amount of grease that you could get through a 1.5" sink line wouldn't clog a correctly installed 4" or 6" main line in good repair. The grease would likely clog the lines from the sink also.

Perhaps there are roots that weren't removed or its orangburg that is begining to collapse. It seems that the grease trap would be a short term solution to a larger problem that will eventually need attention. If you are near Ann Arbor MI I know of an excellent drain cleaner. I think your best bet is to get someone that really knows sewers and will tell you what they think to advise you.

Matt

Weezbo

Steam it!