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Liquid Waste Services Across Texas

Our home state and largest operation — four regional hubs, the biggest vacuum truck fleet in the state, and TCEQ-permitted services covering every major Texas metro.

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Southwaste Disposal Trucks

Texas Operations

Texas-Born, Texas-Proud

Southwaste was founded in Houston, and Texas remains our headquarters, our largest operation, and the foundation of everything we do. With four strategically positioned regional hubs — Houston (HQ), San Antonio, Austin, and Dallas/Fort Worth — we deliver TCEQ-permitted liquid waste services to every major metro in the Lone Star State. Our Texas team includes over 100 technicians, the biggest vacuum truck fleet in the state, and a Master Plumber (M-43508) on staff. From the Port of Houston to the DFW metroplex, from San Antonio’s River Walk to Austin’s tech campuses — when you need liquid waste services in Texas, Southwaste is the name to know.

  • TCEQ Permitted

  • City of Houston Registered

  • SAWS FOG Compliant

  • Austin Water FOG Compliant

  • Fully Licensed & Insured
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By The Numbers

Southwaste in Texas

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Years in Business

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Our Locations

Texas Regional Hubs

Our 4 Texas hubs are strategically positioned for maximum coverage and fast response times across the state.

Septic Services Expert

Houston (HQ)

Our corporate headquarters. Full-service operations with the largest fleet in the region serving Harris County, Fort Bend County, Brazoria County, Galveston County, and all surrounding areas.

21+ Nearby Cities

Austin Texas

Austin

Serving Central Texas with a sustainability-first approach — 100% grease recycling and Austin Water FOG program compliance.

13+ Nearby Cities

Dallas / Fort Worth

Dallas / Fort Worth

Full DFW metroplex coverage with truck stations across Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, and Plano for rapid response anywhere in the region.

26+ Nearby Cities

Septic Services Expert

San Antonio

Covering San Antonio, the I-35 corridor, and the Texas Hill Country with scheduled and emergency liquid waste services.

18+ Nearby Cities

Service Coverage

Texas Service Area Map

Serving all major Texas metros: Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth — plus over 50 surrounding cities and communities across Harris, Bexar, Travis, Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, Denton, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Galveston, Williamson, Hays, and surrounding counties.

Who We Work With

Industries We Serve Across Texas

  • Restaurants & Commercial Kitchens

  • Hotels & Hospitality

  • Hospitals & Medical Centers

  • Schools & Universities

  • Food Processing Plants

  • Military Base Dining

  • Car Washes & Auto Detailing

  • Convention Centers & Event Venues

  • Commercial Laundromats

  • Grocery Stores & Supermarkets

  • Industrial & Manufacturing Facilities

  • Airport Dining

Your Texas Team

With over 100 technicians across four regional hubs, Texas is where Southwaste is strongest. Every technician is a Southwaste employee — no subcontractors, no middlemen. When you call, you’re connected directly to a local dispatch team in your region who can have a truck at your door the same day.

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    60+ technicians across four Texas hubs
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    Largest vacuum truck fleet in the state
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    Master Plumber (M-43508) on staff for repairs
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    Same-day service available for most metro locations
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    TCEQ-permitted processing facilities
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    Bilingual service — English and Spanish
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    24/7/365 emergency response across all Texas hubs
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Staying Compliant

Texas Compliance — TCEQ & Beyond

Texas sets the regulatory standard for liquid waste management through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Southwaste is fully TCEQ-permitted to haul, process, and dispose of liquid waste statewide. Beyond state requirements, we maintain active registration with every major Texas municipality we serve — Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and all surrounding cities. Our Master Plumber license (M-43508) covers all repair and installation work across Texas. We provide compliant documentation for every service visit, formatted to meet local health department requirements for each Texas jurisdiction.

TCEQ Permitted
SAWS FOG Compliant
Austin Water FOG Compliant
Multi-City DFW Compliant
City of Houston Registered

Your Texas Compliance Checklist

Every item below is covered by a standard Southwaste service plan in Texas. Stay inspection-ready with zero extra effort.

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Scheduled Pumping

Right frequency for your Texas kitchen’s volume and trap size

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Compliance Docs

Texas-formatted service reports ready for inspector review

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Licensed Hauler

All waste is hauled by a Texas-licensed, permitted transporter

Interceptor Inspection

Visual inspection during every visit — we flag issues before inspectors do

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Renewal Reminders

We track Texas permit renewal dates and remind you before deadlines

24/7 Emergency

Overflow, backup, or urgent inspection in Texas? We respond day or night

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Local Regulations

Texas Liquid Waste Regulations

Understanding Texas regulations for grease trap maintenance, liquid waste disposal, and commercial kitchen compliance is essential for any food service business. Here’s what Texas business owners and facility managers need to know.

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Texas State Requirements

Every commercial kitchen in Texas must maintain a properly functioning grease interceptor. State-level regulations set the baseline for pump-out frequency, record-keeping, and disposal documentation. Southwaste is fully permitted and stays current on all Texas environmental agency requirements.
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    TCEQ Permitted
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    Master Plumber M-43508

Local Ordinances in Texas

Beyond state requirements, individual cities and counties in Texas enforce their own FOG (Fats, Oils, and Grease) control programs. Health inspectors check for current pump-out records, proper interceptor sizing, and maintenance logs during every inspection. Southwaste navigates all of these local requirements automatically.
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    Regular pump-out documentation formatted per jurisdiction
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    25% rule enforced — pump before grease exceeds 25% of trap capacity
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    All liquid waste must be hauled by a licensed, permitted transporter
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Documentation & Record-Keeping

Every commercial kitchen in Texas must maintain a properly functioning grease interceptor. State-level regulations set the baseline for pump-out frequency, record-keeping, and disposal documentation. Southwaste is fully permitted and stays current on all Texas environmental agency requirements.
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    Service Date & Time
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    Volume Pumped (gallons)
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    Technician License #
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    Disposal Manifest
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    Condition Report
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Consequences of Non-Compliance

Failing to maintain compliant grease trap service in Texas isn’t just a paperwork issue — it has real consequences. Health code violations, fines starting at several hundred dollars per incident, mandatory compliance timelines, and in severe cases, closure orders. Beyond regulatory penalties, blocked drains from neglected grease traps cause kitchen shutdowns, lost revenue, and emergency plumbing costs that far exceed the cost of regular service.

Common Questions

Texas Service Area FAQ

Everything you need to know about our liquid waste services and coverage across Texas.

Which Texas cities does Southwaste cover?

We cover every major Texas metro plus surrounding communities: Houston (Harris County, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Galveston), San Antonio (Bexar County, I-35 corridor), Austin (Travis, Williamson, Hays counties), and Dallas/Fort Worth (the entire DFW metroplex including Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, and Denton counties). In total, we serve over 80 Texas cities and communities.

Are you TCEQ-permitted for all of Texas?

Yes. Southwaste holds a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) permit to haul, process, and dispose of liquid waste throughout the entire state of Texas. Our Houston processing facility is also TCEQ-permitted, and we maintain active registration with every major municipality we serve.

How fast can you respond across Texas?

With four hubs positioned strategically across the state, most non-emergency services are scheduled within 24–48 hours. Emergency calls typically get a truck on-site within 2 hours in any of our metro service areas. Our distributed hub model means you’re never far from a Southwaste truck.

Do you have a Master Plumber on staff in Texas?

Yes — we hold Texas Master Plumber license M-43508. This covers all grease trap repair, replacement, and installation work across the state. Having a Master Plumber on staff means we can handle everything from routine pumping to complete interceptor replacement without bringing in a third party.

Can you handle multi-location restaurant groups across different Texas cities?

Absolutely. We specialize in multi-location accounts across Texas. One point of contact manages scheduling for all your locations — whether you have kitchens in Houston, Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio, or multiple locations within a single metro. Consolidated billing and volume pricing for groups with 5+ locations across the state.

Do you service airports in Texas?

Yes. Our technicians are badged for DFW International Airport, Dallas Love Field, George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), William P. Hobby (HOU), Austin-Bergstrom (AUS), and San Antonio International (SAT). We service airside and landside kitchens, food courts, and airline catering facilities at all major Texas airports.

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