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Our Services
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Our company offers a wide variety of services. We want to provide the best service, no matter how simple or difficult the job. Here is a list of frequently asked questions.
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What exactly does drilling a water well entail?
A water well is more than just a hole in the ground. A properly constructed well includes the well bore, well casing(s), annular casing seal to exclude undesirable water and formations, and, in some applications, a filtration (sand) screen, or linear casing. Area experience, regulations, and geological conditions will determine what exactly is needed for your water well.
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How do I select my water well drilling contractor?
First and foremost, your contractor must have a reputation of honesty and integrity. Additionally, a contractor should be selected on his experience in the geographic area, as well as continued education in terms of new technology and regulatory standards. Equipment is another important aspect to look for in a contractor. It is important that the driller you select has the capability to drill in all geological formations of the anticipated well. It is also helpful to check with your local pump contractors, regulatory personnel, and neighbors who may be familiar with someone in the drilling business. It is most important to evaluate a contractor based on your needs. Select a contractor who is professional in all aspects of the trade, from contact to estimate, written proposal, performance of work, to satisfactory completion and follow-up through the years. Beware of the lowest price... that may end up costing you more in the end.
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How much can I anticipate spending on a well?
A water well is a long-term capital investment, like your home, and should be treated like one. Costs for a well vary considerably, depending primarily on the depth, diameter, and casing required. Currently, most domestic wells within our working area with depths ranging from sixty feet to six hundred feet will cost somewhere between two thousand and twelve thousand dollars, for a water well that is ready for pump installation.
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How and where should I locate my well?
Water wells need to be located a minimum distance from all points of possible contamination, such as: septic tanks, septic fields, petroleum tanks, and animal holding areas. Local ordinances may also dictate well placement. Outside of these setbacks, some geological formations will indicate the best areas in which to locate your future well. An experienced drilling contractor should be able to assist you in locating a proper place for your future well. To date, there is no cost-effect method of scientifically locating underground aquifers. Water witching or dousing has not produced substantial and verifiable success in locating aquifers. Also, some areas have multiple water-bearing formations with varying qualities and quantities of water.
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How much water do I need?
Most household water demands can be supplied by a well production of five to fifteen gallons a minute. Most homes use from two hundred to five hundred gallons a day for internal use. Irrigation usage is beyond these limits. Flows below five gallons a minute are still adequate with additional water storage systems. Pump production rates above fifteen gallons per minute are not desirable for most homes.
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What else will I need, beyond my new well?
Once the well is drilled, you will need, in most cases, a pump and drop pipe to pressure the water into your system. A pressure tank, regulating switches, and valves will generally complete your system. Most pumps run on a 220-volt single phase power. Water conditioning might also be required if mineralized water is encountered. Your contractor should also be able to advise you about the possible need for conditioning. We offer free referrals for both licensed and unlicensed pump installation and water conditioner contractors.
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