Common Types of Grills
Regardless of where you live, how large your living space is, the type of food you tend to cook, and more, there is a grill for you. Common types of grills and some of their features include:
- Gas grill
- This grill, sometimes called a propane grill, is one of the most popular due to its ease of use. It can reach temperatures between 400- and 600-degrees Fahrenheit, typically requires minimal cleanup, and utilizes knobs to control temperature.
- Charcoal grill
- This grill is generally the least expensive type of outdoor grill. Heat distribution is designed for direct, hot searing to give you that notable charcoal flavor, though you can adjust the coals as needed. However, these types of grills take longer to heat than gas and electric grills.
- Pellet grill
- This grill uses wood pellets for optimal braising, smoking, basting, and more. They can reach between approximately 160-600 degrees Fahrenheit. While they are powered via electricity, the hardwood pellets produce smoke and heat.
- Electric grill
- This grill is ideal for apartment or condo living and is usually the smallest in size compared to its counterparts. They tend to heat up quickly and cook food evenly. Furthermore, they are usually portable, and cleanup is usually hassle-free.
Parts of a Grill
It is important we detail the parts of the grill, so you can get familiar with these machines in case parts need to be replaced or you sense something may be wrong. According to The Home Depot, gas grills are the most popular . Their article outlines the parts of a gas grill you are likely to see, to ensure you are familiar with these sophisticated appliances.
According to Griller’s Spot, there are ten general parts you will find on every gas grill , categorized under which part of the grill they live:
Within the hood section:
- Temperature gauge.
Within the cooking system:
- Warming rack.
- Cooking grate.
- Control knobs.
- Igniter.
- Carryover tube.
- Burner.
- Side burner.
Within the grease management system:
- Heat plates.
- Grease tray.
What are Safety Grilling Tips?
So, how far away from the house is safe for grilling? Can you leave it unattended? FEMA offers the following grill safety tips to answer these questions and more:
- Only use your grill outside.
- Keep your grill at least three feet away from eaves, siding, and deck rails.
- Keep a three-foot “safe zone” around the grill, to protect children and pets.
- Be cognizant of who enters this safe zone
- Open a gas grill before lighting.
- Do not walk away from your grill, fire pit, or torches when they are lit; keep a constant eye on them.
- Place the coals from your grill in a metal can with a lid once they have cooled.
- Clean your grill each time after you use it, which will help remove grease that can start fires.
- This helps determine an appropriate plan of action.
- Immediate board-up and roof tarping service , if needed.
- Water removal and drying (if water damage is present), where air movers and dehumidifiers will be placed after extraction to ensure remaining water is removed from the property.
- Removal of smoke and soot from all surfaces , where specialized equipment and techniques help remove smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, floors, and additional surfaces.
- Cleaning and sanitizing , where odor removal techniques, air scrubbing, fogging equipment, and more are used to clean structures and restorable items damaged in the fire.
- This step may involve minor repairs like painting, or full construction services .
Sources:
https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/grilling_fire_safety_flyer.pdf
https://www.homedepot.com/c/ab/types-of-grills/9ba683603be9fa5395fab90102b0488
https://www.grillersspot.com/anatomy-of-gas-grill-parts-guide/
https://www.firstalert.com/ca/en/safety-corner/grilling-safety-tips/