Sustainable Drainage: Prevent Frequent Blockage Issues

Feb 2
2 min read

Most large restaurants and pub chains spend thousands of pounds each year on drainage system problems. Commercial kitchens are notorious for FOG (fats, oils, and grease) buildup in drains as food particles and residue wash away. Without proper treatment, this causes serious kitchen problems over time.

Taking preventive measures can significantly reduce drainage issues that could force your kitchen to close temporarily.

Don't Block It, Biofix It

If drains are slow-running or regularly blocked, you need to take immediate action.

Biofix is a low-cost, high-performance grease management solution. It uses a unique blend of tailored, safe bacteria designed to consume FOGs. No toxic chemicals. Low carbon footprint. Highly effective drain and grease trap cleaning performance.

Biofix uses a unique combination of bacteria and green surfactants to create controlled foaming action. This extensively coats all drain surfaces, even above the water line,ensuring daily re-inoculation throughout the drain.

Tips to Prevent Further Blockages

Avoid washing large amounts of fats and oils down drains: Once cooled, FOGs solidify and block drains. They clog drain lines and grease traps, causing problems on-site or downstream. Most restaurants have dedicated oil bins for recycling to prevent this.

Use plug screens: Prevent large food particles and debris from going down drains. These particles can be disposed of separately instead of clogging water flow.

Identify warning signs: Bad smells and poor water drainage indicate blockages. Carry out frequent checks to catch problems early.

Real-World Results

Byron Burgers experienced constant drain issues requiring six-weekly pump-outs. After installing Biofix, they went 5 months with zero pump-outs required and zero reactive callouts.

Richard Pratt, Head of Construction & Maintenance: "All I can say is why didn't we install this earlier!"