If you are purchasing a home, you should make sure that the home is properly cleaned out before moving in. One of the dirtiest places that you may not pay much attention to is the backyard. If you have children and pets, you should clean out the backyard to make sure that it is safe and will not affect the health of your family. Here are some systems to take care of in the backyard before you officially move into and enjoy your brand new home. 

Get the septic system pumped out

It is not recommended to get the septic system changed out before actually purchasing the house. This is because the inspector should look at the system as is in order to determine how well it is working. If you got the clear from the inspector to purchase the house, you should then get the septic pumping completed. This will clear out the system, allowing for a fresh start in your new home. This will also take care of any issues that may have presented themselves during the inspection, including stalling or overflowing systems. 

Disinfect the backyard

No matter if you live in the city or the suburbs, your backyard could have been exposed to a number of chemicals and animals that you don't want to make your family sick. Get a disinfectant that is safe for animals and children. Hose down the backyard with water and the disinfectant. Be sure to allow the water to run out of your yard and to mow the grass afterward. This will prepare your backyard for your children and pets, as well as allow you to leave furniture and toys in the backyard without having to worry about them being contaminated. 

Set up an animal septic system

If you have dogs or cats and you want safe disopsal of their fecal matter. Allowing this to sit around in the backyard is bad for hygiene and bad for your children's health. To safely dispose of the poop from your animals, install an animal septic system in the backyard. This will consist of digging a hole, pouring in the septic materials, and installing the pipe and top. When you pick up around the yard, you can put it inside of the animal septic system so that it will decompose safely. This will help keep your backyard clean, free of any odors, and keep your family happy. 

For more information, talk to a professional like Pete's Outflow Technicians.