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Is it OK to leave a gas grill outside in winter?

December 18, 2019 by admin

When you have finished grilling your last burger and fall ends, how should you store your gas grill? Should you repair the grill grates or winterize your grill? Check out our professional grill storage tips for the winter below.

How to Winterize Your Gas Grill

If you don’t pack your grill during the cold winters, you need to pack away your grill safely. Give your grill a cleaning, repair grill grates, and remove any grease. This helps maintain the safety and integrity of your grill. Contact a professional cleaner if needed. Ashton BBQ and Grill Pros offers high quality gas repair and cleaning for every budget.

Be sure to turn off the LP tank gas. Unfasten the grill’s burner. Slip the gas tubes off the gas lines according to the owner’s manual. After you have done this, be sure to take out the entire unit. To winterize your grill don’t forget to coat the burners and metal with cooking oil. This helps repel the inevitable moisture of winter. Prevent rust with these simple steps.

The Propane Tank

Finally wrap the burner in a plastic bag. You don’t want little critters, insects, and spiders to nest in the tubes. Believe it or not, this can be a very common issue that leads to dangerous flames. Keep the propane tank shut off outside. But a protective cover over your grill. Store the disconnected tank upright away from the children’s playground, furnace vents, and the dryer vent. Never store the propane tank inside. This can lead to gas build-up and a huge explosion.

Keep your gas grill safely stored this winter with these simple professional tips. If you need your grill repaired or cleaned professional, be sure to contact our talented team at Ashton BBQ and Grill Pros.

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How Do You Clean a BBQ After Use?

May 16, 2019 by admin

Summer grilling starts again. So you’re headed to the BBQ Grill sale or pulled out your grill from the garage. Maybe you’ve invited friends and family over for a feast and now face a very, very dirty grill. Or does your grill look irreparable after a winter of disuse? How do you clean your grill?

Regular Maintenance

Basic cleaning is minimal. If you just bought your new grill at a BBQ grill sale, then you can maintain the grill with a basic cleaning each time you cook. Do a major seasonal scrub-down with a stainless steel grill brush. Clean the grates and racks after every use. Brush of any residue then scrape the grates with a scraper tool.

After you have removed debris and dirt, wipe down the racks and grates with a damp rag. For cast iron, rub vegetable oil into the grate with a paper towel to prevent rust. Avoid heavy build-up of grease.

Charcoal grills need to be empried of ashes. Clean all the parts yearly. Use hot sopay water and a nylon brush. For tougher cleanings, use scrub pads and warm water.

Gas Grills

Clean your grates and racks each time. Clean the heat deflectors by removing them. Scrub them with a nylon brush and warm soapy water. Dry them before replacing them. Clean everything once a year.

Inspect Your Grill

When you do your annual major cleaning of your grill, look for broken parts. Replace anything that is broken. You can prevent damage by storing your grill indoors during the winter.

Cover Your grill

Prevent damage by covering your grill. This will limit the amount of dirt, cobwebs, insects, and dust that can affect your grill. A dry cover will prevent corrosion.

Time to Call the Pros

Does your grill look hopeless? You might need to call in a professional. We provide expert cleaning and repair for all types of grills. We will check for leaks and inspect your grill for damage. Save time and money. We will make your old grill look brand new. Call us today!

Get Your Grill Ready for Spring: 4 BBQ Pro Tips

February 18, 2019 by admin

Believe it or not, spring and summer will eventually follow the cold snows of winter. The warm weather is a great time to prep a gas grill and get it ready for warmer weather. Prepare your grill for the spring with these professional grill tips. Get ready to grill for friends and family.

Time to Clean

You will need a pail of soap and warm water, paper towels, a sponge, and a scrub brush before starting. Before you prep a gas grill or a charcoal grill, you need to clean it. Wipe down the grill exterior, then start working on the inside of the grill. Remove any splatter and grime. Spray down a stainless steel grill with specialized cleaner for that extra shine.

Scrub the Grates

Cleaning the grates requires a wire bristled grill brush. Take the grate off and clean with soap and water. Add vinegar to make the job a little easier. Remove rust and cooked on food with a sponge after scrubbing. Be sure that your grates are clean before spring. Coat them with vegetable oil. Check the vents for any additional debris.

Safety

Check your grill for safety. Make sure that vents are clear of any dirt or grime to prevent a fire hazard. Check the hoses for any cracks and leaks. Check all hoses and tubing. Replace any that are damaged. Check ignition parts for grease.

Owners Manual

Before you start to clean your grill and check it for safety. Review your owner’s manual. If you can’t find your owner’s manual, most grill manuals are available online from the manufacturer. Or you can contact them and request the manual.

Get your grill ready for the spring. Now that it is clean and ready to go, you can enjoy making new memories with your friends and family. Grill time!