Grease Trap Cleaning Prices — 2026 Rate Card
| Service | Price Range (AED) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard grease trap cleaning | AED 99 – 299 | Depends on trap size (40L-300L) |
| Commercial kitchen cleaning | AED 150 – 500 | Full kitchen drainage system |
| Drain line jetting | AED 450/hr | High-pressure water jetting |
| Kitchen exhaust cleaning | AED 599 – 1,499 | Hood, duct, and fan cleaning |
| Emergency drain unblocking | AED 300 – 800 | Same-day / after-hours service |
| Septic tank cleaning | AED 500 – 1,500 | Pump-out and disposal |
| Grease trap installation | AED 500 – 2,000 | Labour only; trap sold separately |
All prices are for the Dubai and Northern Emirates market as of 2026. Abu Dhabi and Al Ain prices are similar, sometimes 10-15% higher due to travel time.
Factors That Affect Your Cleaning Cost
No two jobs cost the same. Here is what moves the price up or down:
1. Trap size. A 40L AG1 takes 20 minutes to clean. A 300L AG5 takes over an hour and needs a vacuum truck. Bigger trap = higher cost.
2. Location. Ground-floor traps with easy access cost less. Basement traps, traps behind equipment, or units in tight spaces take more time and sometimes need extra equipment.
3. Cleaning frequency. Monthly contracts are cheaper per visit than one-off bookings. Most companies offer 15-30% discounts on annual contracts.
4. Emergency vs scheduled. A planned cleaning during business hours costs the base rate. A midnight emergency call after your drain backs up during Friday dinner service? That is 2-3x the price.
5. Condition of the trap. If the trap hasn’t been cleaned in months and grease has solidified, it takes longer and may need chemical treatment or jetting. Some companies charge a surcharge for neglected traps.
6. Waste disposal. Legitimate companies dispose of grease waste at DM-approved facilities and provide disposal certificates. This is included in most quotes, but verify — some low-cost operators skip proper disposal.
Dubai Municipality Fine Schedule
DM inspectors check grease traps during routine food establishment inspections. Here is what you face if your trap is not compliant:
| Violation | Fine (AED) | Additional Action |
|---|---|---|
| First offense | AED 2,000 | Warning + compliance deadline |
| Second offense | AED 5,000 | Mandatory cleaning within 48 hours |
| Third offense | AED 10,000 – 50,000 | Food permit review |
| Repeated violations | Up to AED 50,000+ | Kitchen shutdown order |
Put it this way: one AED 2,000 fine pays for 8-10 months of regular cleaning. Two fines pay for a brand new grease trap. The math is simple — scheduled cleaning is always cheaper than fines.
How Often Should You Clean Your Grease Trap?
| Kitchen Type | Recommended Frequency | DM Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee shop / juice bar | Monthly | Every 3 months |
| Light cooking restaurant | Every 2-3 weeks | Monthly |
| Full-service restaurant | Every 1-2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Heavy frying (Indian, Chinese, fast food) | Weekly | Weekly |
| Hotel main kitchen | Weekly | Weekly |
| Food court / multi-outlet | 2-3 times per week | Weekly |
The general rule: clean when the trap is 25% full of grease. Don’t wait until it’s overflowing. By then you’re already risking drain backups, kitchen odours, and inspector attention.
How to Save on Grease Trap Cleaning
Here are practical ways to cut your cleaning costs without cutting corners:
1. Sign an annual contract. Most cleaning companies offer 20-30% off when you commit to 12 months. For a mid-size restaurant, that saves AED 600-1,200 per year.
2. Schedule during business hours. After-hours and weekend call-outs cost more. Book your cleaning for a quiet weekday morning.
3. Use strainer baskets. A AED 20 sink strainer catches food scraps before they reach the trap. Less solids in the trap means slower grease buildup and longer intervals between cleanings.
4. Train your kitchen staff. Never pour oil directly down the drain. Scrape plates into bins before washing. Wipe greasy pans with paper towels first. Basic habits make a big difference.
5. Right-size your trap. An undersized trap fills up faster, meaning more frequent (and more expensive) cleaning. Check our grease trap comparison guide to make sure you have the right model.
6. Bundle services. If you need grease trap cleaning, exhaust cleaning, and drain jetting, book them together. Most companies discount bundled services.
7. Avoid emergencies. Scheduled cleaning at AED 150 vs emergency unblocking at AED 500+. The cheapest emergency is the one that never happens.
What Is Included in a Standard Cleaning?
When you book a grease trap cleaning, here is what should happen:
- Remove the trap cover and inspect
- Pump out all grease, oil, and solids
- Scrape and clean the trap walls and baffles
- Check inlet and outlet pipes for blockages
- Flush with clean water
- Replace the cover and gasket (if needed)
- Provide a cleaning certificate with date and photos
- Dispose of waste at a DM-approved facility
If your current cleaning company skips steps 7 or 8, find a new company. The cleaning certificate is what you show DM inspectors. Without it, you have no proof of compliance.
Get a Quote for Your Kitchen
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