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Weekly vs. Monthly Oil Pickup: How to Choose the Right Collection Frequency for Your Restaurant
February 19, 2026 greasepros
The right used cooking oil pickup frequency depends on one calculation: number of fryers × gallons per fryer per week = weekly UCO volume. Restaurants producing 75+ gallons per week need weekly pickup; 35–75 gallons need bi-weekly pickup; and under 35 gallons can schedule monthly pickup. Miami-Dade DERM compliance requirements set the frequency floor regardless […]
Miami-Dade County Environmental Tips. Proper Used Cooking Oil Disposal
February 19, 2026 greasepros
Miami-Dade County’s cooking oil disposal starts with one rule. Miami-Dade County residents should keep used cooking oil out of sinks, garbage disposals, storm drains, and the ground. Miami-Dade County recommends cooling fats, oils, and grease, sealing them in a can or bottle, and disposing of them safely in household trash or through approved drop-off programs. […]
Grease Recycling Statistics and Trends in South Florida. What Changed in 2025?
February 19, 2026 greasepros
Grease recycling in South Florida in 2025 was shaped by two forces that operators could actually feel in day-to-day operations. Market demand for clean used cooking oil remained active, as biofuel supply and inventory reporting continued to track meaningful volumes. At the same time, Florida clarified documentation expectations, with updated grease waste forms effective December […]
Restaurant Oil Disposal Safety Tips for Busy Seasons: Prevent Spills, Fires, and Overflows
January 21, 2026 greasepros
Busy restaurant seasons mean more customers, more food, and a lot more used cooking oil. When your kitchen’s running at full speed, it’s surprisingly easy to let oil disposal slide. But that’s exactly when the most significant problems arise. Improper handling of used cooking oil during peak periods can quickly lead to overflowing containers, grease […]
January 21, 2026 greasepros
Used cooking oil is a part of every shift in a commercial kitchen. But improper handling of used cooking oil leads to burns, fires, and expensive accidents across the food service industry. What really separates safe kitchens from risky ones? It comes down to clear procedures your team actually uses, day in and day out. […]
Avoiding FOG Violations in Miami: Grease Trap Cleaning Schedules That Pass Inspections
January 21, 2026 greasepros
Miami restaurants operate under Miami-Dade County’s Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Control Program because unmanaged grease can block sewer infrastructure and trigger enforcement actions. A “safe” grease trap cleaning schedule in Miami is not a generic 90-day calendar reminder. A defensible schedule starts with the installed device type, stays within the FOG capacity limit, and […]
Emergency Oil Retrieval During Hurricane Season: What Miami Restaurants Should Know
October 15, 2025 greasepros
Hurricane season presents numerous challenges for Miami restaurants, particularly in terms of safely and legally handling used cooking oil. Strong winds and flooding can wreck oil storage tanks, cause messy spills, and totally disrupt normal pickup schedules. Emergency oil retrieval services become critical during hurricane season because Miami-Dade County regulations still apply, even when storms […]
Miami-Dade FOG and GDO Compliance Guide for Restaurants — 2026 Edition
October 15, 2025 greasepros
Every food service establishment operating in Miami-Dade County must hold a valid Grease Discharge Operating (GDO) Permit under Section 24-42.6 of the Miami-Dade County Code, Ordinance No. 18-22, effective March 5, 2018. Restaurants and commercial kitchens that discharge fats, oils, and grease into the county sewer system face fines ranging from $100 per missing manifest […]
October 15, 2025 greasepros
Theft of used cooking oil is a growing headache for restaurants in Miami. Thieves see value in unsecured oil containers because used oil can be recycled for profit. This type of theft drains money from restaurants and sometimes results in fines from the city. Secure oil collection systems with lockable containers and proper documentation help […]
Grease Recycling in Miami: Grease From Fryer to Biodiesel- Experts’ Insight
September 21, 2025 greasepros
Miami’s 15,000-plus food service establishments generate approximately 2.3 million gallons of used cooking oil annually, and licensed haulers convert that waste into ASTM D6751-grade biodiesel through a chemical process called transesterification — yielding up to 90–97% fuel recovery per gallon of feedstock while reducing lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by up to 86% compared to petroleum […]
Founded with a vision to revolutionize the used cooking oil recycling industry, GreasePros Recycling has established itself as a trusted and leading provider of sustainable waste management solutions. With over 20 years of experience, our dedicated team brings extensive expertise and a commitment to environmental stewardship.
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