[cstreit]

Definitely get the tank inspected. You want the "shelf" that keeps solids from leaving the tank checked becase some were made of cement that disintegrated.

I've been living with well and septic for 6 years now and I love it. The water is better than city water (with the addition of a softener and polishing filter) and has been basicaly trouble free after we figured out softener settings and added the polishing filter. I doesn't really save money because there is more equipment with a limited lifespan, but so far we've been quite satisfied.

Well pumps are expensive FYI. When mine gave out, cost $1200 to replace.