Your Seasonal Grill Care Guide (What to Do & What to Leave to Us)

Barbecue season doesn’t last forever—your grill needs care at every stage.

Here's a quick guide to keeping it clean and functional, whether you’re just getting started or shutting it down for winter.

Spring Start-Up

• Check for pests or cobwebs

• Inspect ignition and gas lines

• Scrub grates (not with a wire brush!)

• Don’t light it without checking the grease tray

• Book a full clean if you haven’t used it since last season

Mid-Summer Check

• Empty the grease tray

• Watch for flare-ups (a warning sign of buildup)

• Give the burners and lid a look-over

• Don’t ignore hot spots or uneven flame

Fall Shutdown

• Burn off residual food (briefly)

• Disconnect propane

• Cover the grill properly

• Don’t put it away dirty—mold and rust thrive in winter

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