Winterizing Your Outdoor Grill

We all love to use our grills when the weather outside is hot and sunny. The summertime is considered the best time to grill, and many people host friends and family for a barbecue. Although your grill is built to last and can stand up to extreme conditions such as the high heat used to cook your food, they still need care and protection. The winter brings colder weather which comes with freezing rains and the occasional frost. Your grill is made of metal which does not fare well against moisture and freezing temperatures together. That is why you need to winterize it before the winter weather is upon us.

How do you winterize your grill? The first thing that you should do is to clean the entirety of your grill. Clean the grates, grease trap, exterior, and interior thoroughly. Next, you should coat the interior with cooking oil to deter moisture from getting into the grill and causing damage. Then you should disconnect the fuel source. Do not store propane tanks in your home, garage, or shade. If you are storing your grill indoors, be sure to leave the propane tank outside. After that, you need to check for any issues and repair them. Finally, buy a grill cover and cover the exterior of your grill. Doing all these things will help keep your grill in tip-top shape during the winter.