Hampshire · Grease trap cleaning
Grease trap cleaning in Northington, Hampshire
Our technicians work in Northington on emptying and cleaning of under-sink and inline grease traps in commercial kitchens. Out-of-hours visits, a fixed quote and a written report with pictures on every job.
- A bad smell from the sinks or drains
- A small trap that fills too quickly
- Washing-up water that will not drain away
Grease trap cleaning for kitchens and businesses in Northington
Grease trap cleaning keeps the drains running and the smells away. We empty the built-up grease and food solids, clean the inside and the baffles and the trap checked before we leave. If you’re dealing with a grease trap that hasn’t been emptied in a long time and drains that gurgle and bubble, we can put it right.
In rural areas, a kitchen may drain to a private system rather than a public sewer, and fat getting past a grease trap can cause real trouble there.
The sign-off is always in writing: a written report, dated and illustrated with photos, and for TR19® Grease cleans, a certificate issued through the BESCA VHE portal. It shows what was done and what, if anything, couldn’t be reached.
- Place
- Northington (SO24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Reporting
- Photo report after each visit
- Price
- A fixed price before any work starts
- Working hours
- After hours by arrangement; emergencies any time
- Phone
- 0345 646 2711
- Checked
- 30 October 2026
What happens on the day
Before we leave, we walk the area with whoever is on site. We point out anything that couldn’t be reached or needs a follow-up, and it goes on the report too. All told, the work takes a short visit for a small trap and longer for an inline unit or interceptor. For a village or hamlet like Northington, tell us about narrow lanes, gates and parking when you book.
- We locate the trap and check how it’s fitted.
- Sinks feeding the trap are taken out of use.
- We empty out the fat, oil, grease and solids.
- We clean every part of the inside.
- The trap is refitted, tested with water and the waste taken away.
Before we arrive
- Clear the space around the work
- Tell us about site rules, permits or sign-in
- Tell us the best time to work, such as after service or at a weekend
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote doesn’t take long. Call or email with a few details and you will usually have a fixed price within one working day. If we need to see the system first, we book a survey around your hours.
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FAQs for Northington
Can the work in Northington be done at night or at weekends?
Yes. We work evenings, overnight and at weekends. Your customers, staff or residents in Northington needn’t be disturbed. When you phone us on 0345 646 2711, or email photos, mention when the site is quiet.
Who inspects food businesses in Northington?
The local authority for Northington is Basingstoke and Deane council, and its environmental health team does the inspecting. Keep the dates of your last deep clean and grease trap visit with your food safety records, ready if an officer asks.
Can you give me a price for grease trap cleaning?
It depends on the type and size of the trap, its condition and access. Tell us about the trap and we’ll come back with a fixed price.
Can you look after several sites?
Yes. You deal with one contact for every site in our area, with visits on a regular schedule.
What problems does a full grease trap cause?
Once it’s full, grease passes straight through. The grease hardens in the pipes, leading to blocked drains and smells, and can add to fatbergs in the sewer.
Do you work in Northington?
Yes. Our technicians work in Northington, as part of our area across London and the South East.
How often should a grease trap be cleaned?
That depends on the trap and the kitchen. A small trap fills more quickly than a large one and the busier the kitchen, the faster it fills. We will recommend a schedule once we’ve seen it.
Do you clean under-sink and inline grease traps?
Both under-sink and inline traps, plus interceptors. A photo helps us see what’s fitted and we’ll confirm.
Why act early in Northington
Grease that gets past the trap doesn’t disappear. It adds to blockages further down the drains and sewer. A well-maintained trap keeps it where it can be removed. If the system at a site near Northington fails, there may be nowhere nearby to move to.
The cost depends on the size of the system, the condition it’s in and how easy it is to reach. You get a fixed price before work begins, so you know where you stand.
What you get with us
- Work around your opening hours, with 24/7 emergency cover
- One contact for all your sites in London and the South East
- A written report with photos after every visit
- Full insurance on every job
Take a look at our cost guide or our accreditations and certificates.
What we are called out for in Northington
If a trap is not emptied, grease passes straight through. It then builds up in the drains and on towards the sewer, where it can cause blockages.
Most sites get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Scheduled grease trap emptying
- A bad smell from the sinks or drains
- An inline trap or interceptor due for cleaning
- A full, neglected grease trap
Hall kitchens near Church of St John the Evangelist or elsewhere in Northington may have older sinks and drains, so a grease trap check is worth adding to a deep clean.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether the work can be done while the site is closed
- Proof of insurance
- Their accreditations, such as BESCA Vent Hygiene Elite, CHAS or SafeContractor
- Whether the whole system is included, or only the parts that are easy to reach
Commercial kitchens in Northington
It’s Basingstoke and Deane council that sends environmental health officers to food businesses in Northington. An inspection covers the structure of the kitchen as well as the food. Keeping a record of deep cleans and grease trap visits helps at inspection time. At about 54 miles from central London, Northington sits well inside the area we cover. We work evenings, overnight and at weekends, so the visit fits around the site.
A deep clean in Northington covers walls, floors, ceilings and equipment, done while the kitchen is shut.
Northington is about 7 miles north-east of Hyde, in Hampshire. Northington gets the same approach as every site we work on: diagnosis first, a fixed price, out-of-hours working where needed and a written report with photos. Northington is one of 683 towns, villages and districts in Hampshire where we work for grease trap cleaning. You can also see our page for Southampton, roughly 17 miles from Northington.
Here we cover the SO24 postcode area for grease trap cleaning. Other places close to Northington include Totford (1 mile north-east), Brown Candover (1 mile north-east), Old Alresford (2 miles south-east), Bighton (3 miles south-east) and Preston Candover (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (10 miles north), Winchester (8 miles south-west), Eastleigh (13 miles south-west), Andover (14 miles north-west), Chandler's Ford (13 miles south-west) and Alton (9 miles east).
Landmarks near Northington
Typical jobs here are in premises near The Woolpack Inn. The nearest railway station is Micheldever station, about 4.6 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Barton Castle (3.2 miles east).
What grease trap cleaning cannot fix
A few issues sit outside what this work can do:
- Leaking pipework or sink wastes, which need a plumber
- A grease trap that is too small for the kitchen
- Collapsed or damaged drains, which need a drainage contractor
If you are not sure, just ring 0345 646 2711 or drop us a line and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on in Northington
- Inline grease traps
- School and care home kitchens
- Under-sink grease traps
- Restaurants and takeaways
- Kitchen waste pipes
- Pot wash sinks
In-house cleaning or a specialist?
Staff cleaning and specialist work aren’t the same thing. Wiping filters daily and washing them weekly keeps the visible parts in order, but they do not reach the grease that builds up further in. Reaching it takes a specialist with the right equipment.
Your own staff can handle the daily basics: wiping canopies, washing grease filters and recording it in a log. What they can’t safely do is clean inside the ductwork, the fan or the risers, and that is where we come in.
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Other services in Northington
For landlords and multi-site operators
We work for landlords, managing agents and facilities managers as well as the people running the site. Shared systems, like a riser serving several units, need a clear agreement on who books the work, and we are happy to quote for all of it.
Where a tenant occupies the premises but the landlord owns the building, the lease normally sets out who maintains what. We are happy to deal with either side and send the paperwork to whoever needs it.
Keeping the system healthy
Simple habits between visits make a real difference. We recommend:
- Don’t store things on top of the trap
- Scrape plates and pans into the bin before washing up
- Keep the grease trap on a regular cleaning schedule
- Keep strainers in every sink
We take the grease and solids away. Nothing is left for you to dispose of when we’re done.
Grease that gets past the trap sets in the drains. Clearing it then is a bigger job so prevention is the easier route.