The grilling community is known for coming together to provide help and support in times of need, and many families and communities have been devastated by the recent severe weather events across the country. Please visit these sites to learn more about how you can support relief efforts - operationbbqrelief.org and redcross.org.
Yes the ash is emptied each time used and for the holes I run a stick around the charcol but I'm not sure their being cleaned.... What's your method for clearing them?
Sorry for the late response, I saw this today.. I have a set of long needle nose pliers that I had from work that I use. I don't use the needle nose for any special reason other than they're an old work set I don't care about. I usually run the pliers about and make sure I get the majority of the ash out, and then I sweep the ash out with an ash tool. For longer cooks, such as a pork butt, brisket, etc, take the inside guts out and clean all the ash out. I have only done longer cooks twice though hehe.