Happy Traps

Happy Traps is a Portland, Maine grease trap cleaning company servicing every interceptor type from under-sink units to 5,000-gallon exterior systems for restaurants and commercial kitchens across greater Portland. Services include scheduled grease trap cleaning, emergency response, FOG compliance reporting, waste-manifest handling, trap installation and repair, and hydrojetting of grease lines. The company partners with a regional waste-to-energy processor to convert collected grease into renewable energy and compost. As of March 2026 Happy Traps operates under Barrel Energy ownership, which reported more than 200 recurring commercial clients and over 3,500 grease trap cleanings at acquisition. Restaurant operators can arrange recurring or on-demand service depending on how quickly their interceptors load up.

Happy Traps distinguishes itself through sustainable operations, running trucks on locally-produced biodiesel with 70% less CO2 emissions and partnering with Agri-Cycle to convert grease trap waste into green electricity and compost. The company handles all compliance reporting and maintains established relationships with municipal and state departments, ensuring clients never worry about regulatory records. With 24/7 on-call technicians and service capacity from small under-sink units to 5,000 gallon exterior interceptors, Happy Traps provides comprehensive grease trap solutions while minimizing environmental impact.