The best way to clean a grill is to keep it in good condition after each barbecue session. Don't wait until your grates are crusty and covered with grease—instead, once you're finished frying your first burgers of the season, wait for the grate to cool until it's warm and pull out your wire grill brush. Then start scraping off any residue you can see, covering the entire grate. It'll fall below into the drip tray or cookbox. When it's time to do your seasonal deep clean, check out our article that dives deep into the best way to clean a grill.