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Until recently, Australian fatbergs have paled in comparison to those found in the United Kingdom. Stories about monster fatbergs the size of six double decker buses have dominated UK news headlines in recent years. Fatbergs are becoming an increasing problem in Australia as we follow in the footsteps of the UK. Last month a 42-tonne fatberg was discovered in the public sewers of Wallan, north of Melbourne. It’s the largest fatberg on record found in the state of Victoria.
Running a busy restaurant is hard enough without the added stress of a blocked drain. Restaurants rely heavily on their plumbing systems to provide food and beverages and clean facilities for guests. When things go wrong with the drainage it can bring business to a standstill. Below are some methods for avoiding the most common blocked drain issues faced by Sydney restaurants.
Can you pour oil down the sink? Most people are unaware of the damage that cooking oil can cause drains. Throughout Sydney homeowners and hospitality establishments continue to pour fats, oil and grease (FOG) down the sink. While a small amount of oil may seem harmless enough, over time the accumulation of oil in drain pipes can lead to expensive blockages for both private and public sewer lines.
