Difficulty Igniting
If your grill isn’t lighting as easily as it used to, spider webs could be clogging the gas flow to the burners.
Visible Webs or Spiders
On closer inspection, you might actually see spider webs or the spiders themselves in the grill’s nooks, particularly around the burners or venturi tubes.
Popping Noises from the Burners
An unusual sound coming from the gas flow can indicate that webs are partially blocking gas movement. These sounds can occur when the gas flow is obstructed and then suddenly released as the grill is trying to light or stay lit, a common symptom of spider webs in the mix.
Uneven Heating or Flame Distribution
If you notice that your grill isn’t cooking as evenly as it used to, or if the flames seem to favor one side, it could be due to spider webs blocking the gas flow to certain areas.
Higher Than Normal Orange Flames
A clear, blue flame is what you’re aiming for. Orange flames, especially if they’re larger or more pronounced than usual, can signal incomplete combustion, often caused by obstructions like spider webs in the burners.
Popping Noises from the Burners
These sounds can occur when the gas flow is obstructed and then suddenly released as the grill is trying to light or stay lit, a common symptom of spider webs in the mix.
Grill Not Reaching Correct Temperature
If your grill struggles to get hot enough, even with all burners on high, it might be because spiders have restricted the flow of gas.
Smell of Gas Around Your Grill
Smelling gas when lighting your grill is normal, but if the odor persists while the grill is on and heated, it could mean that gas is leaking through blockages rather than burning off.
Control Knobs That Are Hot to the Touch
Normally, these should stay cool. If they’re hot, it might indicate that flames are being redirected unusually within the grill due to blockages, heating up areas that typically remain cool.
Flames Coming Out of the Front Control Knob Area
This is a clear sign that the intended gas paths are obstructed, causing gas to redirect and flames to exit through unintended openings.