Who decides
Grease trap pumping is contracted by the restaurant operator. Multi-location groups often use one provider across a region, chosen by operations or facilities at the head office.
Where to focus
Many Texas cities run grease (FOG) programs that require regular pumping and keep records of it, so every location is a recurring account. Rank groups by locations in your service area and watch new openings.
Vendor approval
Restaurant groups usually ask for a certificate of insurance and a W-9 before a first job. Franchisees may also have to follow the brand's approved-supplier rules.
Timing
Year-round, on a pumping schedule set by the city and the trap's size.
Biggest single decisions in Austin
Companies that control the most properties in the segment that suits this trade.
| Company | Locations | HQ city |
|---|---|---|
| Starbucks Corporation | 97 | Seattle |
| Aramark group (Aramark Educational Services, LLC) | 48 | Philadelphia |
| RRH - Austin, LLC | 35 | Austin |
| Heart group (Heart of Texas Subs, LLC) | 34 | Wichita Falls |
| Panda Express, Inc. | 32 | Rosemead |
| Rainbow Pizza, L.L.C. | 28 | Laredo |
| Z & H Foods, Inc. | 28 | Sugar Land |
| CNJ group (CNJ Austin Wings V, LLC) | 22 | San Antonio |
| Premier Hospitality, Inc. | 22 | North Bethesda |
| Cabana group (Texas Taco Cabana, L.P.) | 21 | San Antonio |
Questions from grease trap and interceptor service companies
How do grease trap and interceptor service companies get contracts at Austin restaurant locations and hotels?
Grease trap pumping is contracted by the restaurant operator. Multi-location groups often use one provider across a region, chosen by operations or facilities at the head office.
How many locations could a grease trap service company serve in Austin?
2,313 restaurant locations, 519 hotels (WhoRunsWhat data, October 2026).
When do Austin restaurants buy grease trap service?
Year-round, on a pumping schedule set by the city and the trap's size.