Hi, We have owned the house for a few years. House has a drilled well and a goes into the pressure tank. Couple questions for the experts out here (may be related questions): -A few weeks ago, we had a power outage for awhile. When the power came back on, we noticed that none of our sink faucets were working at all, but the hose, shower, and toilets were all working. Noticed a lot of black grit coming out of the toilets, so we assumed that the filter screens on the individual faucets were all plugged with the grit. We cleaned them all out and they all worked again -Had another power outage last night and noticed that all of the sinks were working fine, but neither of the two toilets would fill with water. Took apart the fill valves and flushed them out and they were working again. -Went and looked at the pressure tank. Pressure was showing 32 pounds. I turned on the water and waited for the pump to kick in (pump is in the well). It sounded like it was filling for about 30 seconds and then it shut off. Pressure on the gauge never changed and stayed at 32 pounds. I tapped on the tank and it sounded like it was only half full (different sound about half way up the tank) Questions: Considering the amount of grit/sediment, should I attempt to drain the tank? I know nothing about these things, but it seems as straight forward as shutting off the well pump power, closing the valve after the tank that goes to the house and then hooking a hose on to the drain valve and emptying the tank (and repeat a couple times if necessary). Any reason not to do this? Why would the power outages affect the grit? We never had any problems before. Would draining the tank help with the pressure not changing? Thought maybe "recharging" and getting the gunk out might put things back in order. Or am I looking at a faulty switch or something? Any suggestions are appreciated. Thank you !!

Newbie here...first posting. First time ever installing septic system, too. So it's the first I ever heard of an infiltrator...and now I'm not sure whether to go with this newer technology or the old/tried & true pipe and gravel septic system. I'll be building a small retirement place in the country in SC and there will be just two of us living in a 3/2 with few overnight guests. Has anyone here installed the "infiltrator" as opposed to the traditional pipe and rock system? Is the jury still out on infiltrators? They seem kinda flimsy to me...and they only have a five year warranty, which seems oddly short and doesn't build up my confidence in these systems. Educated opinions, anyone? Experience with either/both as an installer or owner? :help: