General Cottage Q&A: How to extend the life of your grill By Cottage Life Published: July 18, 2025 share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Copy Link Cancel New barbecues aren’t cheap, so you’re right to think about what you can do to extend the life of yours. In this video, senior editor Alysha Vandertogt explains how you can maintain your grill to ensure it can keep working for many summers to come. Related Story 6 old-school barbecue techniques that will up your grill game this summer Related Story Shopping for a new grate for your grill? Here are our recommendations Related Story How to buy a grill that will last a lifetime