Looking for a grease trap service in Columbia Heights, MN? Describe your project once and up to five grease trap haulers who work in Columbia Heights and Anoka County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Columbia Heights is home to about 22,358 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+1.8% since 2020). With 6,561 people per sq mi, it is a densely built-up area. Restaurants and commercial kitchens here must follow the local fats, oils and grease program.
Columbia Heights at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 22,358 (+1.8% since 2020)
- Rank in Minnesota
- 52nd of 855 cities and towns
- Land area
- 3.4 sq mi
- Population density
- 6,561 people per sq mi (densely built-up)
- Type
- City (Columbia Heights city)
- Main county
- Anoka County
What to check before hiring in Columbia Heights
- FOG program: check Columbia Heights's pumping frequency and record requirements.
- Permits: haulers must be permitted to transport and dispose of grease waste.
- Records: keep every manifest for inspections.
- Price drivers: trap size, frequency, access and disposal.
Useful official resources
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EPA: national pretreatment program
Official information and guidance.
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IAPMO
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Columbia Heights
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Grease trap pumping
Scheduled pumping and cleaning, with manifests for the city's FOG program.
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Grease interceptor installation
Installation or replacement of a grease interceptor by a licensed plumber.
Frequently asked questions in Columbia Heights
How much does grease trap pumping cost in Columbia Heights, MN?
It depends on trap size, frequency and access. Describe your kitchen: haulers who serve Columbia Heights reply with a quote.
Can pumping be scheduled after hours?
Most haulers offer early or late service.
What happens if I skip pumping?
Backups, odors and fines from the city.
Which grease trap haulers will contact me?
Up to five independent grease trap haulers who serve Columbia Heights and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.