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Pinellas County Utilities operates a Commercial Grease Management Program that sets some of the strictest FOG requirements in the Tampa Bay region. Grease interceptors must be pumped monthly, while smaller indoor traps follow a schedule determined during permitting. The county requires all food service establishments — from Clearwater Beach seafood restaurants to St. Petersburg's thriving downtown dining scene — to hold an active grease permit and maintain detailed cleaning logs. Pinellas County inspectors conduct regular compliance checks and can mandate increased pump-out frequency for repeat violators. As a densely populated coastal county with heavy tourism traffic, the restaurant industry here generates substantial FOG waste year-round. Find Pinellas County Utilities-compliant service providers in our verified directory.
Pinellas County Utilities operates the Commercial Grease Management Program, one of the strictest FOG programs in the Tampa Bay region. The department issues grease permits, conducts regular compliance inspections, and can mandate increased pump-out frequency for violators.
Yes. All food service establishments in Pinellas County must hold an active grease permit from Pinellas County Utilities. Permit holders must maintain detailed cleaning logs and use only DEP-licensed haulers for waste removal.
Pinellas County requires grease interceptors to be pumped monthly. Smaller indoor traps follow a cleaning schedule determined during the permitting process. These are among the strictest frequency requirements in the Tampa Bay area.
There are currently 6 grease trap service companies listed in our Pinellas County directory. These providers offer cleaning, pumping, installation, and emergency services across 1 cities in the county.
Pinellas County food service establishments must comply with Florida Chapter 62-705 F.A.C. for grease waste removal. All grease waste must be transported by DEP-licensed haulers, and manifests are required for every pump-out. Some municipalities within Pinellas County may have additional local ordinances with stricter requirements.
Most grease traps in Pinellas County should be cleaned every 30 to 90 days, depending on trap size, establishment volume, and any local requirements. High-volume restaurants may need monthly service, while smaller operations can often go 60-90 days between pump-outs. Check with your local health department for specific frequency requirements.
Use the "24/7 Emergency" filter on our Pinellas County directory to find providers that offer emergency overflow and after-hours service. Many of the 6 companies in the area provide same-day response for grease trap emergencies including overflows, backups, and blockages.
Grease trap cleaning in Pinellas County typically costs $200 to $500 per pump-out for standard-size traps. Larger grease interceptors may cost $300 to $800+. Prices vary by trap size, grease volume, accessibility, and service frequency. Annual contracts with regular service can reduce per-visit costs significantly. Request quotes from multiple providers to compare.
View local FOG ordinances, pump-out frequency requirements, and compliance steps specific to Pinellas County.
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