BBQ winterising in Exeter
Professional bbq winterising services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-85
Typical Duration
45 mins-1 hr
Location
Exeter, Devon
BBQ winterising service - clean, protect, and store your BBQ properly for winter. Ready to use when spring arrives, not rusty and seized.
Don't Leave It To Rot All Winter
Summer's over, BBQ season done. Don't just abandon it in the corner of your patio getting rained on for six months. Proper winterising takes less than an hour and saves you buying a new BBQ in a few years.
💡 Pro tip: Winterise in autumn while it's still dry. Trying to clean a BBQ in December rain is miserable, and the damage is already done by then.
What Winter Does To BBQs
| ✅ Winterised | ❌ Left Dirty |
|---|---|
| Clean and dry when stored | Grease traps moisture |
| Rust-protected components | Corrosion during winter |
| Ready to use next spring | Needs major clean/repairs |
| Lasts for years | Rusty mess in 2-3 years |
What You Get
🔧 The Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Clean | Remove grease, burnt residue, food bits |
| Dry | Make sure everything's dry before storage |
| Protect | Oil grates, check for rust treatment |
| Disconnect | Remove and store gas bottle safely |
| Cover | Fit cover or help move to shelter |
📦 You're Left With
- Clean BBQ ready for winter
- Gas stored safely
- Protected against winter weather
- Ready for next season
Pricing Guide
| Service Level | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Basic winterise (clean & cover) | 45 mins | £60 |
| Full winterise (inc. protection) | 1 hr | £60-85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Cover/protection products extra if needed.
Perfect For...
✅ End of BBQ season - put it away properly
✅ Expensive BBQ - protect your investment
✅ Going away for winter - sorted before you leave
✅ Rental property - maintain garden equipment
Why Choose Us for BBQ winterising in Exeter?
Cleaned before winter storage
Protected against rust and corrosion
Gas disconnected safely
Covered or stored appropriately
What to Expect
Step 1: Quick Clean
Remove worst of the grease and burnt-on stuff. Doesn't need to be spotless, just clean enough not to harbor moisture and rust.
Step 2: Dry and Protect
Make sure it's dry, oil the grates to prevent rust, check for any issues that need addressing before spring.
Step 3: Store or Cover
Disconnect gas, fit cover, or help move it to garage/shed if you want it under proper shelter.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to winterise it yourself? Simple enough:
🔧 What you'll need
- Wire brush or scraper
- Cooking oil or WD-40
- Clean dry cloths
- BBQ cover (if you haven't got one)
- Somewhere dry to store gas bottle
📐 Basic winterising steps
- Give BBQ a quick clean while still warmish
- Remove grates and brush them clean
- Scrape loose carbon from inside
- Dry everything thoroughly
- Oil grates lightly to prevent rust
- Disconnect and store gas bottle
- Cover BBQ or move under shelter
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Covering while still damp - traps moisture, causes rust
- Leaving gas connected - safety risk
- Cheap cover that splits first winter - false economy
- Storing in completely sealed space - needs some airflow
💡 Pro trick: Before covering, put a moisture trap (silica gel sachets or similar) inside. Absorbs any condensation during winter. Cheap insurance against rust.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 No cover? Get a proper one - they're not expensive and last for years. Cheaper than replacing rusted parts next spring.
Spring startup? Give it a quick check and clean before first use - spiders love BBQs over winter, webs can block burners.
Storing gas bottles? Outside in ventilated area, valve closed, cap on. Not in the house, not in sealed sheds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why bother winterising a BBQ?
Leaving it dirty and exposed all winter ruins it faster. Grease and moisture cause rust, frost damages components, and you'll spend ages getting it ready next spring. Quick winterise now means it's ready to go when the sun comes out.
What's involved in winterising?
Clean off grease and food residue, dry it properly, disconnect and store gas bottle safely, apply protective coating if needed, cover it or move to shelter. Basically prep it so winter weather doesn't wreck it.
Can I leave it outside all winter?
Better under cover if possible - garage, shed, or at least a proper BBQ cover. If it has to stay outside uncovered, expect more rust and maintenance needed next year. Devon winters are wet - not kind to steel.
What about the gas bottle?
Disconnect it and store in ventilated area away from the house. Never store gas bottles indoors or in enclosed spaces. Sheds and garages are fine as long as they're ventilated. Check valve is fully closed.
Do I need to do this every year?
If you want your BBQ to last, yes. Or just give it a basic clean and cover yourself - doesn't have to be perfect. But if you're storing an expensive BBQ, proper winterising adds years to its life.
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