DM Licensed Company Serving All 7 UAE Emirates

Grease Trap Installation Dubai & UAE

Complete grease trap installation across all 7 emirates — site assessment, DM-compliant sizing, supply, professional installation & municipality certification. 100% first-time inspection pass rate. Installation from AED 999.

DM & ADAFSA Approved From AED 999 All 7 Emirates
Grease trap installation Dubai and UAE - municipality approved
Installation From
AED 999
15,000+
Traps Serviced
Installed & maintained since 2009
AED 999
Installation From
Supply, install & certification
100%
First-Time Pass Rate
DM inspections cleared first time
7
Emirates Coverage
Dubai to Fujairah
Municipality-approved grease trap installation UAEAll Municipality Approved

Why Proper Grease Trap Installation Matters

Whether you’re opening a new restaurant, upgrading a kitchen, or replacing a failed unit, grease trap installation in Dubai and across the UAE is a legal requirement for every commercial food establishment. A poorly installed or undersized trap creates a chain of expensive problems:

  • Municipality fines up to AED 100,000 for non-compliant installations
  • Immediate kitchen shutdown orders for undersized or incorrect traps
  • Sewer line blockages costing AED 5,000–15,000 in emergency repairs
  • Insurance claim denials for non-compliant waste management
  • Failed DM inspections that delay trade-licence renewal

We install for hotels & resorts, cloud kitchens, food courts & malls, catering companies, FM companies, restaurants, cafes and bakeries across the UAE.

Types of Grease Traps We Install

DM-approved units for every kitchen size — supplied with manufacturer warranty and compliance documentation.

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AG1–AG2 Under-Sink

Compact 57–95L units for small cafes (under 50 meals/day). See AG1 grease traps.

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AG3–AG5 Floor-Mounted

151–511L units for medium to large restaurants (50–500 meals/day).

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C-Type Underground

1,000L+ interceptors for hotels and food courts. See C-Type interceptors.

Stainless Steel

Durable, corrosion-resistant stainless steel grease traps for heavy-duty kitchens.

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PVC & Custom

Lightweight PVC grease traps and custom configurations for tight layouts.

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Not Sure of the Size?

Use our Grease Trap Size Calculator or call for a free sizing consultation.

Our Installation Process: 8 Steps to Compliance

From free site survey to municipality-certified handover.

01
Free Site Assessment

Engineer evaluates drainage layout, space, water flow and menu type to determine exact trap size and placement.

02
Sizing Calculation

We size the trap to the DM formula (peak flow rate × retention time) so it never overflows or fails inspection.

03
Municipality Application

We prepare and submit the installation application with site plans, sizing justification and drainage diagrams.

04
Unit Selection & Supply

DM-approved trap supplied from our warehouse — under-sink to underground — with warranty and compliance docs.

05
Professional Installation

Certified technicians handle plumbing, drainage tie-ins and structural work. Typical install 4–8 hours.

06
Flow Testing

Full-capacity water test to verify flow rates, confirm no leaks, and ensure effective grease capture.

07
Municipality Inspection

We coordinate the DM inspection with an engineer present — 100% first-time pass rate.

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Handover & Documentation

You receive the DM certificate, install report, warranty and a recommended maintenance schedule.

Why Choose GTC for Installation?

Six reasons UAE kitchens trust us to get the install right the first time.

Activity Code 900017 Licensed

The only contractors authorised by DM to legally install grease traps in Dubai.

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100% First-Time DM Pass

Our installations clear municipality inspection first time, every time.

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Full Paperwork Handled

We manage the municipality application and certification for all 7 emirates.

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Free Site Survey & Sizing

No-charge assessment with exact sizing so you never under- or over-buy.

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DM-Approved Units + Warranty

Locally manufactured, DM-spec stainless steel and PVC units with warranty.

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15,000+ Traps Serviced

Installing and maintaining UAE commercial kitchens since 2009.

Grease Trap Installation Pricing

Transparent pricing covering supply, professional installation and full municipality compliance.

* Final price depends on trap size, installation type (under-sink, floor-mounted or underground) and site requirements.

Installation Across All 7 Emirates

Licensed installation with full municipality compliance in every emirate.

📍 Dubai
📍 Abu Dhabi
📍 Sharjah
📍 Ajman
📍 Ras Al Khaimah
📍 Fujairah
📍 Umm Al Quwain

Local installation & municipality details: Abu Dhabi · Sharjah · Ajman · Ras Al Khaimah · Fujairah · Umm Al Quwain

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about grease trap installation in the UAE.

How much does grease trap installation cost in Dubai?+
Installation starts from AED 999, covering supply, professional installation and municipality compliance documentation. Final pricing depends on trap model, installation type and site complexity. We provide free site surveys with exact pricing.
Do I need a permit to install a grease trap?+
Yes. In Dubai the installer must hold Activity Code 900017 and the installation must be inspected and approved by Dubai Municipality. We handle the complete permit process for all seven emirates.
How long does installation take?+
Under-sink units: 2–4 hours. Floor-mounted units: 4–6 hours. Underground interceptors: 1–3 days depending on excavation and site access.
Can you replace an existing grease trap?+
Yes. We remove the old unit, assess whether existing connections can be reused, install the replacement and dispose of the old trap. Replacements are typically 30% faster than new installs.
What happens if I don’t install a grease trap?+
Dubai Municipality can impose fines from AED 2,000 to AED 100,000, issue kitchen closure orders and refuse trade-licence renewals. Insurance may also deny drain-damage or flooding claims.
Do you install grease traps outside Dubai?+
Yes — across all seven emirates: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain.
What brand of grease traps do you supply?+
DM-approved stainless steel and PVC models manufactured locally in the UAE, all meeting Dubai Municipality specifications with manufacturer warranties. See our comparison guide.
Can you install a grease trap in an existing kitchen?+
Yes. Retrofit installations are common when restaurants change ownership, expand or face DM compliance orders. We design around your existing layout with minimal disruption.
All-Emirate Compliant

Grease Trap Cleaning Services LLC — Activity Code 900017 licensed grease-waste contractor.

✓  Fully Compliant

Municipality Requirements by Emirate

Every emirate has its own regulator — Dubai Municipality, ADAFSA (Abu Dhabi), and the Sharjah, Ajman, RAK, Fujairah and UAQ municipalities — but the core rule is the same: every commercial kitchen must have a properly installed, regularly maintained grease trap.

We handle the municipality paperwork, sizing justification and drainage approvals for all seven emirates, and install only DM-approved units via an Activity Code 900017 licensed contractor.

See exactly what inspectors check in our grease trap compliance checklist.

🏥 DM & ADAFSA Approved
Activity Code 900017
🏆 100% First-Time Pass
📋 DM Certificate Issued
🚚 Warranty + Maintenance Plan

Get a Free Site Inspection

Our engineer will visit your kitchen, assess the drainage layout, recommend the right trap size and provide a fixed-price installation quote — at no cost.