Grilling season seems to come and go so quickly every year, but once winter comes the cover has to go back over the grill until next year. Before you cover up the grill for the year though, take some time to deep clean it so that it’s ready to use the minute the weather gets warm again. Here’s how to keep your grill clean and ready to use for summer.
Each time you use your grill, there is a layer of carbon deposited around the grates and hood. This carbon buildup, if left untouched, allows food debris to stick more easily and also creates a surface that can create and retain harmful bacteria. Grease and sticky sauces and rubs can also allow bacteria to grow and be passed onto the next round of food. This grease and grime buildup can also cause the grill’s burners to fail and heat food unevenly. All this being said, you probably see why cleaning the grill between uses is pretty important.
Before you get started on the deep cleaning process, make sure you have all the cleaning tools that you’ll need. You’ll want to have:
While you gather your supplies, go ahead and turn on your grill and allow it to heat to its highest temperature. Make sure the hood is closed and then allow the grill to burn for around half an hour to burn off any leftover food and grease. Now let’s get started.
Your grill is a food preparation device, so keep that in mind as you clean it. Remember not to use any chemicals like bleach when cleaning your grill as this will affect the taste of the food and damage the grill itself. Consider also investing in a grill cover if you don’t already have one. Grill covers protect your grill from the elements as well as ensure that the interior remains clean during the off-season. We recommend deep cleaning your grill twice a year, before and after the peak grilling seasons. Be sure to scrape and burn off any residue between grilling sessions as well so that each meal tastes even better.
Your grill is now completely clean and ready for summer BBQ parties. For more tips and tricks on keeping your home tidy all year long, as well as a list of our cleaning services, check out our website, tidyhere.com. You’ll find extra DIY cleaning resources and be able to contact us to find out how we can help you get your home looking and feeling its best.
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