Not Giving the Grill Enough Space Your grill—whether its charcoal or gas—should be at least 10 feet away from deck railings and any structures, like your home, garage or sheds. Give yourself enough space, too, says Greta Gustafson, media relations associate for the American Red Cross.

Where should I put my gas grill?

Grill PlacementNever use your grill indoors, in a garage, or under anything that could catch fire.Place your grill at least ten feet away from your home, or any other structures or buildings.Make sure your grill is not located near any deck rails, siding, or low hanging tree branches that could catch on fire.More items

How far should grill be from siding?

10 feet away Keep the grill or BBQ located 10 feet away from the house and three feet away from flammable objects. Inspect the grill prior to utilizing it.

Is it safe to leave a gas grill on overnight?

Never leave your propane grill ON overnight. Doing so can lead to incredibly unsafe situations for you, your loved ones, and your home.

How long do you burn off a new gas grill?

20 to 30 minutes Clean away dust, oil, adhesives, coatings, and other gunk that may have accumulated on your BBQ grill at the factory or the store by burning it for 20 to 30 minutes before the first use.