How To Prepare Your Grill For Winter - Cleaning and Storage

Winterize your grill to keep it safe from the elements. With proper storage methods, you can rest assured that your barbecue will remain in good condition for years to come.

How to clean your grill in winter:

Before you put your grill away for winter, it's important to thoroughly clean it. Turn on the grill and run it on high heat with the lid closed for about 20 minutes to burn off leftover food. Use a grill cleaning brush and scrape the remaining food from the grates and inside the grill (including the grates, burners, and flavorizer bars). Use soapy water to remove extra-tough stuck-on food.

Disassemble as many parts as possible for easy cleaning. Soak parts in warm, soapy water for about an hour, brush them. dry everything before you put your grill in storage.

Utilize a degreaser or grill cleaning product to thoroughly clean the interior of the grill, including the warming racks and rotisserie rod, for more efficient cleaning. Maintain the drip trays in their original position until you have completed cleaning the grill interior.

Once the inside of your grill is looking immaculate, be sure to give the outside a wipe-down too.

Use a vegetable oil coating to the cast-iron grates and run the grill on high for 30 minutes to season them.

Tips: Brush off all dirt and food debris from the burner tubes with a stainless steel or scrubbing brush, and use a small drill bit, toothpick, or cleaning rod to unclog the tiny openings. To prevent rust on the burners, use a paper towel to coat the inside of the grill with a thin layer of cooking oil.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners on any part of your grill, unless your grill’s user manual tells you otherwise.

Look for Damage

Do a quick inspection to look for any broken parts on your grill. Replace these parts before you store it away, you'll be ready to grill as soon as the weather warms up. Click here to order perfect fit parts for your grill.

How to store your grill for winter:

After thourough cleaning your grill, it is ready for storage. Now, you need to decide where to store your grill!

For ideal grill storage, find a dry, well-ventilated spot that maintains a steady temperature. If possible, store your grill in the garage. In regions with freezing weather, consider storing the grill indoors. Make sure to keep it dry and sheltered.

Keep Your Grill Covered - Keep Pests Away

From teeny tiny bugs to furry critters, they all think your grill is the place to chill when it's chilly outside. But watch out! it can result in an unpleasant surprise when you're ready to ignite the grill. Don't let them crash the barbecue party! When temperatures plummet, protect your grill with a high-quality cover. Search for gas grill covers here.

Can a gas grill be left outside in the winter?

Following all the steps above and making use of a good-quality grill cover, you can store your grill outside, under shelter. Every few weeks, remove the cover and check inside for any mold, rust, or unwelcome guests. If you find any of these, don't worry! Just clean them out. Heat the grill up on high for about 30 minutes to make sure it's safe to cook on after its long winter rest.

How to dispose of your propane tank

Never store propane gas tanks indoors. These tanks can withstand sub-zero temperatures. Keep fuel sources out of reach of children and pets during winter storage. Close off gas line if using natural gas while storing grill.
You can also find separate propane tank covers that will keep it stored safely while looking attractive in your yard!

Smart Winter Grilling

There's no rule that says you can't enjoy a bit of grilling during the winter. If you decide to grill in the cold, Click Here to check 15 Tips for Winter Grilling.

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