The Grease Guarde Approach

At Grease Guarde, we like to say we use a "Mother Nature" approach to solving grease problems.  We utilize what is known as bio-remediation, which simply means using biological (living organisms) to clean up pollutants and the environment.

The living organisms we use to solve grease trap problems come in the form of bacteria that break down the grease and food wastes in grease traps.  The bacteria that we use must meed the following characteristics:   

1. Digest waste quickly and completely, without producing significant odors or noxious gas.
2. Consume (digest) a wide variety of organic material that are present in wastes.
3. Grow and reproduce quickly and readily in the environmental conditions found in waste disposal systems.
4. Not cause any disease in man or animals - they must be "nonpathogenic" and do not produce foul odors or gas as they digest waste.

Using the latest in technology is only one part of the unique approach that Grease Guarde provides for our customers.  Our trained service technicians have the knowledge and equipment necessary to maintain grease trap environments that maximize bacterial digestion and minimize problems.  The ideal environment for effective natural management of a grease trap includes:

• Dissolved oxygen (for aerobic type bacteria that require it) in sufficent quantities
• A water medium containing food (organic waste) for the bacteria to eat
• Moderate temperatures, between 50° F and 110° F
• Proper pH - not too acid nor too alkaline - between 6 & 9 on the pH scale is ideal.

These conditions are not normal in grease traps.  Therefore, we have bred our bacteria strains to tolerate higher temps (up to 155° F) and wider swings in pH (4 to 11).  We also enhance the oxygen content in the water and add nutrients for the bacteria.  When your grease trap is managed by Grease Guard, our service technicians will:

• Analyze the trap every 28 days utilizing our experience teamed with the latest testing equipment
• Maintain the proper balance of bacteria, nutrients, and water quality to keep the grease trap working properly
• Document the condition of the grease trap and report to the regulatory agency as well as the customer
• Meet with the customer to review any problems or concerns

Why not just pump my grease trap?

1. Pump trucks simply move the grease from one point to another
2. Pumping of grease traps can cause traffic congestion and delays
3. Large trucks emit large volumes of harmful "greenhouse" gases into the atmosphere
4. Pumping of grease trap can create odors in the kitchen and restaurant
5. Pumping costs are rising at an alarming rate due to fuel prices and dumping fees
6. Pumping does not guarantee the proper operation of the grease trap

Grease Guarde makes it easy for our customers to know that their grease trap is not only being managed at the highest quality level, but that it is being done in an environmentally friendly way.  It is easy to get started with Grease Guarde and we have even included a link to a sample contract to show you how easy it is to solve your grease trap problems.  If you have further questions about The Grease Guarde Approach, feel free to call us at (803) 223-9004 or use or convenient online contact form.