How to Clean a Weber Gas Grill | Gas Grill Cleaning Tips
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- Cleaning your gas grill is an effective way to reduce the chance that you will have a grease fire. Every year thousands of grills catch on fire resulting in some deaths and millions in property damage. Cleaning your Weber gas grill doesn't have to be difficult or time consuming with these easy steps.
Avoid the trap of saying that grime is "seasoning" and the only reason your grilled food tastes the way it does. Built up grime can lead to grease fires and a burnt carbon taste when what you really want is to have the juices hit the flavorizer bars and create thin wispy smoke. The only way to do that is to keep that grill clean. You spent a lot of money on your grill. You might as well make it last.
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Grill Top Experience Thanks for the video. I never thought about simple green and it much cheaper than the Weber products. Also I was using the blue paper towels and from now on I will use microfiber cloths instead.
Instead of buying the aluminum trays, I lined the one that came with the grill with aluminum foil that way I don’t have to buy trays. One roll of aluminum foil is way cheaper than a set of trays. 😉
Thanks for sharing btw.
Buy a new one ?
Use a Shop Vac.
@ It sounds like you could use more makeup and nail tutorials in your life.
I cleaned my grill this evening, right after watching your video. Thanks very much.
Nice work Tim! A clean grill is a happy grill.
My first Weber bought at Sears last me 21 years with simple maintenance. I gave it to the guys who worked for us at our home. I bought a Weber Genesis that I have owned for 8 years. I am loving the grill. Keep it clean and have never needed to replace a part. I wish I could find a brush to clean the inside of the tubes because I am starting to get some uneven heating. The tubes are in great condition and clean with spider vents clean but still playing checkers with the food to keep it even. The Weber is worth the money as it keeps its looks and function better than any grill I have ever owned. I am an avid griller for over 50 years.
We went from cheap off brand grills every few years to a new genesis and the difference is wild. You actually get what you pay for with these
Scrunched up aluminum foil works almost as good as a wire brush to clean grill grates. You can use tongs to hold the foil if you clean the grill after you have burnt of any stuck food after grilling.
Thanks for taking the time to post this tutorial. I used an old credit card to scrape the pan.
Nice way to recycle. ♻️
I have always used charcoal grills in the past. My husband suggested we buy a gas grill as a very active Hurricane season is predicted. We are going to use it for the first time tonight. Your video was so helpful in knowing how to clean the grill. Thank you posting it.
The nice thing about propane grills is you don't have to worry about your fuel getting wet and they double as an oven without making everything taste smokey. Hopefully you won't need it in an emergency.
This was very helpful!! I have this same grill and it doesn't cook evenly. I am going to give it a good cleaning this week-end and hopefully this will resolve my issue. Possibly some of the holes in the pipe under the flavor shields are clogged.
I know this is a old post, I have a 4 year old Landmann Triton BBQ, fortunately the rust protection is very good, and using WD40, I cleaned all the case and was amazed how well it came up, I wiped down the oily residue with a kitchen towel, and it looks very good again now.
Excellent video I’ve been following the same cleaning guidelines as you but I did not know that the knobs could be removed so thank you!
Thank you! If you haven't removed them before they can be hard to remove. I did the same thing on my stove and it was icky!
Excellent video! I did not do this after a year's worth of grilling... and I had a campfire going at one point. The grease pan shown at 2:05 is what built up on me. Thank you for showing everyone how its done!
I set all of our steaks on fire, and 10 chicken quarters! Burned to a crisp. :(
Great video! I must say, after reading several comments it seams like you should make a video regarding the reversibility of the grates on the Weber! I have this grill and love it. Thanks a lot.
That's a really good idea!
Cool and I'm surprised people need to be told that.
I have a 1997 Weber Genesis 1100 and other than replacing the flavorizer bars, it's fine just because I keep it clean. I did repaint the outside with high temp black paint and the wood parts but that's it.
Nice! That shows a little bit of maintenance can go a long way.
The porcelain on my flavorizer bars is starting to chip and rust. I'm thinking about going third party stainless. Let me know if you have any tips or suggestions.
@@GrillTopExperience Actually I got third party porcelain on Amazon. Works well and I clean them 2x a season. 😁
I use the same basic method. I also wrap aluminum foil around the burners so nothing gets into them and clogs them while I'm scraping the inside of the grill.
Spray inside with oven cleaner, let soak for 5-10 minutes. Agitate with a brush then simply wash off. Then it’ll actually look like brand new. Outside I use some automotive wax on it to keep it looking clean and repel water if I forget to put the cover on
Throw the grates (any any other crusty/greasy parts that'll fit) in a garbage bag with a cup of ammonia. Seal the bag and let it sit for an hour. Use more ammonia and/or let it sit longer for really crusty/greasy parts.
I've had my Weber for 10 years, had to replace the igniter this year...but other than that, it still works awesome !
You forgot to mention the most important part - to clean the “anti spider net” or whatever you call it. It’s right below the knobs, on burner tube. If it’s blocked, burners wont get enough air and you’ll get “dancing” flames. Clean it with a toothbrush once in a while and you’ll get constant efficiency of the grill.
Thanks for the tip. I haven't had any issues with spiders, but I'm sur others run into that.
Hello, i do the heat defusers and the flevoraisers in a bucket with water and sope, and gif them a great scrub, then i dry them with a towel, and i use a microfiber for the lid and sidetables. Greets from The Netherlands.. ps. i am sorry for the mistakes in my comment, i don't use google translate and i did my best..
Microfiber towels are a great idea since they won't scratch the finish. Thanks for the tip.
That's how ya do it!
Magic Eraser on the SS parts really makes it look brand new.
I bet that works great, but it isn't recommended by Weber. They don't suggest using anything that is abrasive including paper towels. The paper towel thing seems a bit excessive.
Magic eraser is now in the news because of it's abrasive particles.
Fantastic job on this video. informative with a good pace. You also have a great voice for this.
Thanks! I appreciate the feedback. I always assumed I'd put people to sleep.
@@GrillTopExperience nope. I really needed this info i just got the Spirit 310.
Great video short and to the point.
I use a steamer to clean the inside and it comes out like a dream. Good vid. . . .
Thanks! I bet that makes quick work of stuck on grease.
After I grill I turn the burners up to high and let the temperature reach 500 degrees to burn of any grease. Then once it cools I clean the grates.
Same here. My Genesis silver is 15 years old and still like new because of this technique.
We needed a new grill and someone in our hood was getting rid of a really nice large gas grill that was really clean
They even delivered it to our house lol. Huge grill for free, just needed a little sprucing up.
Great video with many good tips on how to do this the right way! Thank you!
My experience is to use a small painting brush to sweep the burnt remnants in the corners and small areas works best. Clean the brush with oven cleaner before you next use.
i can keep everything clean except the sides of the inside of the grill. I have a metal scraper but I cannot get all the soot off. Yours is so clean. How do you remove all the buildup on the sides? Thank you
Clean my Weber grill today after viewing. Thanks looks back to brand new.
Nice one! Good job keeping it looking nice.
This is a great video. Simple, informative. I will clean my grill tomorrow and report back.
The best of luck to you!
I find that some spray oil on the grates after cleaning helps keep the rust away.
Nice tip. I might have to start doing that.
Superb video. Thank you for creating this it was most helpful. Cheers!
Good info. But did anyone else notice that the cast iron grates were upside down?
Flat side up!
I noticed this as well.. I’m going to go check now but I’ve literally never thought of that! Which way is the intended way?
@@GrillTopExperience all these years I've been using the grates the other way. Never even thought twice about it. Thanks for the info!
Don Spradley - Weber says flat side up.
@@jimh2061 I believe on Weber grills they are interchangeable, but flat is the standard as it gives you thick grill marks for searing.
my old weber (18 yrs old) had the grease pan . loved that feature. my new grill doesn't seen to have one , bummer.
Same here. My new Weber Sprit purchased a year ago did not come with that pan either.
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Thanks for a great video, I just bought a Weber Spirit gas grill for my brother-in-law. I forwarded the video link to him. Thank you again!
Glad I could help. Now it's his job to keep it clean :)
Thanks great simple video have a great fall
Thanks, you too! I'm glad this was helpful for people.
Great video! Just wondering ... How often do i have to do the cleaning? Just got a Weber grill and just used it twice now. tnx
Everytime you dump the grease tray is a good timeline. If you do it more often, it won't build up as much and it will be easier to clean.
Nice video. Thanks for taking the time to make it.
Thanks! It will all be worth it if we can avoid a single Weber catching fire!
Great video! Thanks Bro. What is the exact name and model of the grill in the video? I have the same one and I cannot remember. I need to order the burners and I am having trouble finding them. I bought the grill back in 2012. It is the brown Weber Genesis 4 burner. I think it is the Genesis ii. But I am not certain. Thanks for your help.
The Genesis Ii came out in 2017 and this one is the Genesis E-330. You are probably out of warranty, but if you give Weber the Serial number, they should be able to sell you the parts. 3rd party is probably a bit cheaper though.
After all of the scraping on the inside, it you want to super clean it. get a large disposable aluminum pan. Fill the about 2" of water. Place on the grates and turn all of the burners on high. You will steam clean the inside. It will need another wipe down, but wait for it to cool. If you have many years of gunk, you may have to repeat this.
Cool idea! Thanks for sharing. that is how I clean out the microwave. It works wonders.
I use cleaning vinegar to clean the inside and it works great.
Absolutely use your hose on the highest setting. spray everything down with equal parts vinegar and water let sit for 5 minutes. Then hose off everything thoroughly. If you're worried about excess water (I guess you don't ever put a steam pan in there when roasting meats or vegetables?). Take a leaf blower and dry it off thoroughly. Fire up all burners for about 5 minutes. Re-season all your grill grates Absolutely empty and hose out your Ash pan as well. Now you are done. Simple!
It's not about water in the firebox. You don't want to get water in all the nooks and crannies in the cabinet, which wouldn't happen while you are cooking. In the end, everyone can do what they want with their grill.
Thanks, you made it look so simple.
Thank you for the feedback. It's only simple if you don't let it go too far. It's much harder if you miss a few cleanings!
Good job in the presentation!
Thank you! I hope it helps a few people. I need to do it again myself!
Thanks for reminding me of why I will be replacing my old Weber gas grill with a flat top griddle. Who wants to spend all of this time cleaning after every use? I already have a newer Weber charcoal grill which is easy to clean and thought maybe I would add another gas grill but no thanks. Most people just leave all of that grease and just clean the grates which just attracts insects and rodents to your backyard. The flattop griddle is the way to go, 5-7 minute cleanup and done. Not to mention much cheaper, half the price.
Enjoy your flat top. This is more of a once or twice a season kind of clean. It only takes a minute to crank up the heat and scrub the grates for a normal cook.
I used to have a Webber grill and I used it 12 months out of the year. I had to replace the burners and flavorizer bars every year. Not a cheap proposition. Other than that it lasted a long time.
Wow, that is a lot of replacing! Weber has a good warranty, but that might have been after it expired.
Just cleaned my grill. Looks like new. After watching this videoI will now turn my grates over. Who knew.
Well... It must have worked OK the other way too if you didn't notice.
Nice video. Just got my genesis sll grill. I’ve only used it twice so far and cleaned it after both uses. How often are you cleaning your Weber grill?
I clean my Weber twice per year which is plenty as I don't use it that often in winter. I've had my Weber for at least 6 years, still looks great and works great.
Hi, thankyou very much for showing us how to do it. I'm new to weber BBQ's, and I have a similar model line. I noticed other than scraping of the charcoal you didn't wipe or wash down the inside. Is fat degreaser not recommended for use here?
You could use it, but it probably isn't necessary. The bbq gets hot enough that most of it will burn off. Your are just keeping it from building up too much.
Yeah I’d like to know too!
I have the stainless steel model and when I see rust starting I hit it with an SOS pad. I also rub the outside with 3 in 1 oil a couple times a year to minimize reoccurrence.
Keeping it covered is half the battle!
heat grill and spray water (steam) on grates and scrub with wire brush. cool. soak internal parts in large tub of hot water and Dawn soap overnight. scrub with scotch brite pads. assemble and heat to dry. clean exterior with soap and water. no abrasives on stainless due to scratches.
I’ve added this video to my wife’s watch list.👍
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Is that how the grill grates suppose to be? I put mine in upside down from how you did it. Mine always flame up after cleaning it. I didn’t clean the port holes. Do you think that might be the problem?
Weber says flat side up, but other grill manufacturers disagree. You only need to clean the port holes if you see that they are obstructed.
Question after watching...the cooking grates...I have mine the opposite way. Does the flat side face up? Also, stainless steel cleaner works great on the entire outside of the grill.
Weber says flat side up, but there are plenty of people that cook pointy side up. Do what works?
same here, never tried in the flat side
Very helpfull. I am going to make an effort to clean my Weber gas grill.
Nice! Be good to it and it will be good to you.
I’ve pressure washed the flavor bars and grates once removed but never water inside the grill.
My Spirit has lost of flair ups, I scraped all the ashed stuff out and that helps! Also, do you have to 'season' those grills after cleaning? The brownish stuff, is that rust , i get that on mine sometimes but I always scrub the grates after cooking and keep lid closed so it doesn't get wet from rain.
I don't bother seasoning a gas grill that's been used. You'll grease it up the next time you cook. There wasn't any rust on the grill when I made this video, but a few years later, the flavorizer bars are starting to show it.
@@GrillTopExperience Thanks. I have had mine only 6 months (and I don't abuse it) but 2 flavorizer bars are starting to show rust, and that annoys me. Must be Florida humidity , I keep it covered too! I was thinking of getting a Pellet grill because of all the damn flair ups but i saw they aren't that good for heat (pellet grills) that is.
Great cleaning video! Never thought to cook with the grates flat side up. seems like it may work better when cooking burgers etc.
I've seen people go both ways, but I'd be afraid things would dip down and get stuck. Sounds like you've had good results too though.
Each side has its purpose.
When I bought my grill, I thought the grates should be installed with the thin grates up, but they are actually designed to be installed flat side up. Don't know why Weber went with that design, but it definitely cuts back on the aesthetics of traditional grill marks. Their older grills have grates that are installed flat side down.
They are intended to be reversible. Flat side up for higher temp - steaks, burgers, etc. that you want to make pretty lines and crosses, and for searing. Pointed/thinner side up for lower temp longer cooking items and for things that tend to stick - fish, marinated chicken drumsticks, sausages, etc. I'm a newbie. This is right out of the Weber instruction manual.
I keep my left grill (where the searing station is) with flat side up and the right grill with thinner side up. Different food types go on their appropriate grill. But of course I would flip one or the other when planning to make a lot of one type of food.
Paper towels have bits of cardboard in them which can scratch your grill. Use a lint free cloth instead.
Paper towels will never scratch the finish of a bbq. Way to hard.
Great , thanks
Just did this but am wondering how crazy should I go with the inside? I see some people hose it out… I scraped it and wipe it down but didn’t go crazy on the inside. Everything else was cleaned and scrubbed.
That comes down to personal preference and how much you plan to use it. I just took a new grill out of the box and cooked on it the first time. It'll never be the same and that is OK. If you get your grill spotless it'll look about the same after a couple of cooks.
Are the grates supposed to be installed flat side up? I am sure you have it correct, but I’ve been grilling over 40 some years and never knew that. What is the difference if the grills are flat side up or rounded side up? Thanks. BTW...very informative and helpful video...good job!
If you have the pointy side up the space between the bars is wider and your are more likely to have things sink in and stick to the grill. Weber says flat side up, but I've seen plenty of people that make it work just fine with the pointy side up.
Grill Top Experience ...Thanks so much...
Put a few paper towels in the aluminium drip tray and just remove periodically. If the tray gets dirty just wash it with detergent. No need to throw the tray out.
Thank you for that help. Now I know what to do.
Glad to help. I'm sure you'll do great!
Thank you. Nice and simple. Great content.
add the amazon link to the Grill brush I have the square one but will purchase one like yours and wife bought grill spray do you recommend or over kill? thanks for your video
I'll either use the 12 or 18 inch version of this one: amzn.to/3LWpbyu
The only spray I use when scrubbing the grates after a cook is water. The steaming action helps.
What is the cleaner spray you used in this video ? Can it be used on stainless steel portions ?
I use Simple Green anywhere on the grill. Citrus degreasers work well too.
@@GrillTopExperience thank you . I tried the citrus degreaser on the inside parts and it works great . Now just need to clean the outside stainless .
Great video. Is this considered a deep cleaning and how often do you do this?
It depends on how often you cook on it. A good rule of thumb is every time or every other time your grease tray fills up and needs to be replaced. If you do it more often it'll be easier to clean.
Great quick video
I try to make it easy. Thanks for the kind words.
Do you always grill with the flat side of the grates? I kinda like that idea.
I always grill with the flat side of the grates. I'm pretty sure it's easier to clean too. The pointy side is the wild side!
Pointy/thinner side for foods that tend to stick and for foods that you cook slower at lower temp (fish, chicken drumsticks, sausages). I keep the flat side up on the left, where the searing station is, for steaks, burgers, etc. and the pointy side up on the right. Unless I'm cooking a lot of one type of food, in which case I flip one grill.
What's the best way to open the burner holes if they are clogged? Any tips on that? Thanks
The first thing to do is brush them from side to side with clean grill brush. Then the next step is try a pin or a paperclip to see if you can dislodge whatever is stick in there. If that doesn't work, it's probably about time to replace them. Regular maintenance can keep them flowing nicely since it's much harder to start from a really dirty grill.
@@GrillTopExperience Thanks for the advice.
When I open the cabinets to the grill the bottom of the grill on the inside is getting rusted. Do you leave anything on there? I clean it often and cover it but it still is getting rusted. Thank you
I live in a dry environment, which helps a lot. Mine looks perfect and my dad's cabinet is rusting out and we both keep them covered, but it rains a lot more where he is at. If your cover still repels water, it sounds like you are doing everything you can.
I've found a flat metal scraper is better than a a brush at getting stubborn carbon off the grates.
Is Lysol ok to use on the outside?
Lysol the disinfectant spray? I haven't used that as a degreaser or a cleaner. I'm not sure how well that would work. Most degreasers should be OK.
Do they all have heat diffusers? Mine just has the flavorizing triangle thing and just the grease pan (which like to always get on fire)
The flavorizing triangle thing diffuses the heat some and keeps the burners from getting clogged. If you do big batches of burgers, it's easy to get enough grease to light up!
@@GrillTopExperience yea it always seem to catch fire if the lid is closed and near the square part that drips down to the grease trap. I just cleaned the grill with your method and it came out really nice, and without chemicals!
Simple Green for sure, and some hot dish soap water, and hot rinse, somewhere that doesn't matter for the grime that comes off
As long as it doesn't go in the cabinet below :)
How often should one do this
Do you have any tips for cleaning a side burner on a grill?
I have had multiple Weber grills but I have owned my last one. Genesis grill that cost $800 had the bottom cart rust completely out from underneath the grill. Weber offered me a “discount “ on the parts to replace it to which I said no thanks. Never will own another one.
That's too bad! I live in a desert and we don't have a big problem with rust, mold, or other green stuff growing on things.
What about lining the bottom of the tub with heavy aluminum foil?
Weber suggests that you don't do that because it can keep the grease from flowing into the drain. Lots of people do it though.
How would you get the stains off of the bottom outside part of the grill?
I have a Weber Genesis II and have brown stains on the outside front and sides where the top meets the bottom.....
That's one of the tough parts because of the texture of the grill. That's where some people would try oven cleaner, but you might get it off with a paste of half dish soap half baking soda. Scrub it in and let it sit for a few minutes. It may take some elbow grease, but it can remove some of it.
Question. How many years should a good gas grill last? I use mine year round cook turkeys on it. So on so forth. Clean throughly twice a year.
A good grill should last a long time. You see a lot of people that are still using the original Genesis. You'll have to replace some parts like the burners and flavorizer bars, but the body should last if you keep it covered. I managed to cook on my $100 grill for nearly 8 years, but probably should have tossed it after 5!
Thank you. I get about 5 years out of $100 grills. But I just inherited my dad little Webber. He didn’t use it much. It’s like new.
If you take care of your grill, a Weber should last to the 10 year mark. By than, You'll probably want a new one anyway.
After cleaning everything should i turn on and run high heat for a bit?
Not a bad idea. That will make sure everything is dry. I find myself doing that after every cook to keep it from building up.
Hi just bought a new grill and used it every day for 3-4 days and it caught on fire underneath,,, l guess the fat in the drip pan was the cause ...can I use tin foil to cover this and disgard each time to prevent this in the future?
Weber says not to line the bottom tray with foil. They are concerned it will keep the fat from draining out and cause more fires.
At the end of every cook, I'll turn the heat back up to burn of the grease on the bars and that can help keep things from building up too much. You just have to be careful with that. I cooked 30 hamburgers and it was pretty greasy and ended up with a small grease fire.
I was surprised no washing of the grills was done.
It's a dirty job but someone has to do it!
And there you have it, common sense approach to cleaning a grill!
Putting some cat litter in the grease tray makes cleaning it easier. The litter absorbs the grease and when dirty it can be emptied out into the garbage bin
Where can you get a generic less expensive bbq covers ? The weber ones are 100-150! I have the weber genesis special edition., Thanks!
Here is the one I bought (~$40 US): amzn.to/2Pupnt7 . It still covers fine, but some of the seams are ripping after 2 1/2 years.
The Weber cover I bought for my Sprit was $60 at a True Value Hardware store.
Update: I was looking at buying a new one and noticed that the one I purchased had a three year warranty. I contacted the company (without saying I'm on TH-cam) and they sent me a new one in less than a week. That's amazing considering I had it for two years and ten months!
Home Depot has a universal brand that i bought for my grill. It's water proof, has mesh slot on the side so air can blow through so no mildew forms. Its about 40 bucks. Had it for years, no tears or anything.
@@GrillTopExperience amazing...which company.. Same as your amazon link?
Don’t think I buy any BBQ now. But I like to listen to your voice so I press the subscribe button.
My Webber grill is nasty and needs a good cleaning but the sausages I just cooked for lunch sure were tasty.
Way better than on the stove.
@@GrillTopExperience You're not lying brother!
Take it a step further and use a little bit of mineral oil or olive oil on the outside parts. Especially the stainless steal. It really enhances the look of your stainless and helps preserve it as well.
Does the mineral oil discolor or gum up the parts that get hot?
amazing thank you
that's the UNDER side of the grates? all this time i've had the flat side down....
We had a 50/50 shot! 😃
I understand cleaning theory for the inside grill. I’m talking about besides the front, lid, and side tables. What about how to clean the outside finish on the grill basket. Not the stainless but the painted material. Thanks
The rough grey part? For me most of that is burnt on and won't come off. I still try the same process using a degreaser and scrubbing it a bit.
The grease pan should be lined with foil for easy clean up
No you just buy 35 of them for $9 and trash them when they get nasty.
Could you use a Lysol all purpose cleaner?
They say it's safe for high chairs and countertops, so it would probably be ok. I'd be sure to rinse it off and heat up the grill to burn anything off before cooking on it.
Nice video. After all you have cleaned. Next try using Easy Off Grill Cleaner after your cleaning. Not on the burners though.
Your grill will look like Brand New !!! : ) (JerseyBooch)
Curious why your grill grate is upside down.
That's the way the manual say to do it.
Dumb question: I have a Weber spirit and don’t know which side of the grill comes up. The flat one or the thinner one?
That is not a dumb question and I've seen people go both ways. Mine are flat side up to keep soft things like a fresh ground burger from dipping down and getting stuck. That's my theory and I'm sticking to it, but I should probably test it and see.
Grill Top Experience weber says, flat side up
Not a dumb question at all. I've had the thinner ones up on my Spirit since I bought it. That makes it hard to use a spatula for things like hamburgers. I use the flat side up now and all is perfect.
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Good job, good video!