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Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Moment of Trust!
Summertime means grilling season is in full swing. But before you can host that backyard BBQ, you need a grill.
These tips will help you pick the right kind of grill at a price that fits your budget.
Tips for buying a grill
● Start by choosing a fuel type. Grills come in various budgets, so start by
narrowing your search according to fuel type. The most common options include 1. Gas Grills, 2. Charcoal or specialized ceramic grills, and 3. wood pellet grills.
Gas grills are popular because of their convenience. These grills light with
the touch of a button and the turn of a few dials. If you want a gas grill, you
must decide between natural gas and propane. Natural grills plug into your
existing natural gas line, so you’ll never run out of fuel. Propane grills use
a cylinder that will need to be refilled. However, propane will be
significantly cheaper if you don’t have a natural gas line at your home.
Basic charcoal or specialized ceramic grills give you greater control over
cooking temperature. The bigger you build a fire, the higher the
temperature. Charcoal grills offer more classic grilled flavor than gas grills,
but they have a steeper learning curve.
Wood pellets. Pellet grills are designed to make food taste like cooked
over a wood fire. They often have digital thermostats that allow you to be
precise with the cooking temperature.
How to Choose the Right Grill:
● Set a budget. Grill prices range from hundreds to thousands – to even tens of
thousands of dollars. Be sure to set your budget and know how much you can
spend before you start shopping. This will help you further narrow your options.
● Choose the right size. If you cook for a family of four, a two-burner gas grill or
most small to medium charcoal grills will work fine. Many grills are measured in
square inches. Grills around 400-500 square inches are a good choice for most
families. If you’re grilling for a crowd, you may need something larger.
● If you are new to grilling, start simple. A basic starter grill that only costs a couple
of hundred dollars will allow you to improve your grilling skills and decide if you
want to invest in something fancier.
● Check for solid construction. The more solid the grill, the more grilling seasons it
will last. Give assembled grills a jostle to see if they feel shaky or unstable. Grills
with welded joints are usually sturdier and more stable than carts assembled with bolts.