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Avoid a Grill Fire With These Top Tips | SERVPRO of Barron, Dunn & Rusk Counties
9/19/2023 (Permalink)
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We are so grateful to be enjoying another pleasant summer in the Barron and Rice Lake community. The warm, sunny days can make anyone feel better after the crazy winter we had! Celebrating the season with a classic Midwestern BBQ is one of the best parts about summer time.
Unfortunately, the summer season is also the time of year when grill fires are at their peak. This can make your family get together memorable for a much different reason. Our SERVPRO of Barron, Dunn & Rusk Counties team wants you to avoid a grill fire at all costs, so read on to learn some great ways to stay safe and fire-free.
As the self-appointed grillmaster, you need to ensure your work space is clean and safe. It needs to be fully outside, which means it should not be in your garage or under an overhang. Your grill needs to vent properly to avoid carbon monoxide issues and it should be far away from anything that is combustible above the heat and smoke.
In addition, it should be positioned away from your home, siding and deck railing. A concrete pad or your driveway is a great setup because it will be level and you can see the grill from all angles. You should maintain a 10-foot barrier around your entire grill and enforce this barrier to all kids and pets that attend your event.
Now that you are all set up, check your drum for cracks, dents or other structural issues. Clear away ash buildup and move your vent covers around to make sure they slide easily. If your family has a propane grill, take the extra time to fully inspect the gas lines and connections. A leaky line could pose serious safety risks for your entire family.
Once your food is cooking, don’t go anywhere! A single spark or wandering flame can become a huge blaze in seconds. You should also have a water source close by. A hose is a great option for large flames and a spray bottle can be helpful to knock down sparks or small flare ups.
When the food is done and ready to eat, hand it off to one of your guests to take inside because you still have things to do. If you have a charcoal grill, scatter the coals and close the vents to knock down the fire and cut off the oxygen supply.
Once the ashes have cooled, remove them and store them in a metal can. If you have a propane grill, turn off all burners and disconnect or turn off your propane tank. Before you head inside for the evening, do one last check to make sure everything is cold to the touch.
Happy grilling in Barron County! We hope you have a memorable rest of your summer season, but remember that SERVPRO® is here for you to help you recover from any sort of fire damage.
Don’t let fire damage linger in your home. Call us at SERVPRO of Barron, Dunn & Rusk Counties for a fast restoration.