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Interceptor Cleaning Services – 24/7 Nationwide Response

Ambipar provides professional interceptor cleaning services across Ireland for forecourts, garages, depots and industrial facilities. Our experienced teams carry out safe, compliant interceptor emptying, cleaning and waste removal to help prevent blockages, pollution incidents and regulatory breaches. We support clients with both scheduled maintenance and emergency call outs, ensuring interceptors remain fully operational at all times.

What is interceptor cleaning and why it is essential

Interceptor cleaning is the process of removing oil, fuel residues, silt and contaminated water from oil and petrol interceptors. Over time, these substances accumulate and reduce the efficiency of the interceptor, increasing the risk of blockages, odours, environmental contamination and enforcement action.

Regular interceptor cleaning is essential to:

• prevent pollution entering surface water and drainage systems

• reduce the risk of flooding and operational disruption

• comply with environmental and local authority requirements

• extend the lifespan of interceptor systems

Best practice recommends interceptor cleaning at least every six months, with higher frequency for busy forecourts, vehicle depots and industrial sites.

Our interceptor cleaning service

Our interceptor cleaning service is carried out by trained operatives using specialist vacuum tankers and equipment. Each job is planned to minimise disruption and ensure full compliance with waste regulations.

Our service includes:

• full emptying of oil and petrol interceptors

• removal of silt, sludge, hydrocarbons and contaminated liquids

• internal cleaning to restore interceptor capacity

• inspection for signs of damage or defects

• compliant transport and disposal of all wastes

• service documentation and waste transfer records

Emergency interceptor cleaning is also available where blockages, alarms or pollution risks arise.

Industries and sites we support

We provide interceptor cleaning services for a wide range of sectors, including:

• petrol stations and forecourts

• vehicle maintenance garages and dealerships

• logistics yards and transport depots

• industrial and manufacturing facilities

• local authority and commercial sites

Our teams operate nationwide and can service both single locations and multi site portfolios across Ireland.

Interceptor cleaning compliance and environmental protection

Failure to maintain interceptors can result in pollution incidents, enforcement notices and significant clean up costs. Ambipar ensures all interceptor cleaning works are carried out in line with Irish environmental legislation and waste management requirements.

All removed wastes are classified, documented and disposed of at authorised facilities, providing full traceability and peace of mind for site operators.

Why choose Ambipar for interceptor cleaning

Clients choose Ambipar for interceptor cleaning because we offer:

• nationwide coverage across Ireland

• experienced, fully trained operatives

• modern vacuum tanker fleet

• flexible scheduled maintenance programmes

• rapid response emergency services

• complete compliance documentation

Our proactive approach helps clients reduce risk, avoid downtime and meet environmental obligations.

Frequently asked questions about interceptor cleaning

How often should an interceptor be cleaned
Most interceptors should be cleaned every six months. High use sites such as petrol stations or fleet depots may require more frequent servicing.

What happens if an interceptor is not cleaned
Lack of maintenance can cause blockages, flooding, odours and pollution incidents, as well as potential regulatory action.

Does interceptor cleaning disrupt site operations
We plan works to minimise disruption and can carry out cleaning outside normal operating hours where required.

Do you provide emergency interceptor cleaning
Yes, we offer emergency response for blocked or overflowing interceptors throughout Ireland.

Areas we serve

We provide interceptor cleaning services nationwide, including Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, Waterford and surrounding counties. Multi site and national service agreements are available.

Request an interceptor cleaning quotation

If you require professional interceptor cleaning, scheduled maintenance or emergency assistance, contact Ambipar today. Our team will assess your requirements and provide a clear, competitive quotation for interceptor cleaning services in Ireland.

Contact Us Today

Whether you require routine interceptor maintenance or urgent emergency cleaning, Ambipar is ready to respond. Contact our team today for a fast, professional and fully compliant service.

Email: quotes@ambipar.ie | Phone: 021-4351020