Water wells require expert installation to ensure high-quality, safe, and clean water. Water well companies will research the location of previous wells, state regulations, and guidelines regarding setback distances from roads, property lines, wetlands, and structures on your land to determine the best spot for your residential well.
Location
A water well is a huge investment for homeowners, and they want to make sure it’s done right the first time. To help with this, you should get multiple estimates from local contractors before choosing one. This includes looking at their references and portfolios of previous work.
Another important factor to consider is the location of your well. You want to choose a spot that will be convenient and easily accessible for you and your family. You also want to ensure it’s located far away from septic drain fields or sewage lagoons, which could potentially seep into groundwater and make you sick. Your contractor will be able to assess the water quality in your area and recommend a suitable depth for your well.
Experience
When locating a well on your property, you want to ensure it is placed in an area that will provide convenient and easy access for you and your family. A professional water well company will research the location of previous residential water wells in your area. It will also consider regulations state and local authorities set forth regarding water well placement.
Water wells are drilled into underground pockets of water known as aquifers located at different depths. The aquifer your well is drilled into will dictate the quality of your water.
Choosing a water well contractor with years of experience is important, as this will help them locate your well and prevent future problems properly. An experienced water well contractor will also be able to answer your questions and concerns knowledgeably and professionally. All water well contractors should be registered with DEC. This registration includes passing appropriate certification exams, submitting a completed water well operator application, and paying an annual registration fee.
Reputation
Well, water professionals research the locations of nearby wells to ensure that your new well will not affect the quality or quantity of water supply from neighboring properties. They also consider your area’s geological conditions to ensure you get the best possible outcome.
Once the well construction is complete, it is important to inspect the work. This includes checking the well depth, verifying that the well construction record copies were delivered to you, and determining whether the well yield is satisfactory.
It is recommended that you use a checklist when you perform your inspections. This will help you to find the best contractor for your residential property. In addition, if you have any concerns about the work that has been completed, it is important to communicate with the well drilling company. The more communication you have with a good contractor, the better the results of your project will be.
Insurance
Water wells are drilled into pockets of water within the bedrock – called aquifers – at varying depths, and the location and condition of these aquifers are specific to each property. Your professional will be able to assess your property and determine how deep a well needs to be for an adequate supply of clean, safe drinking water.
Professionals will also know how to best set up your well about other structures on your property, like animal pens, drainage ditches, septic systems, and power and gas lines. This will help ensure your new well can draw from the aquifer without interfering with other wells on your neighbors’ properties. This will also help prevent potential problems arising from high mineral content in your water.
