Water Well Drilling FAQs 

Normally, no. If your well is not producing water it is typically a pump issue, a screen issue or some other issue. NE  Indiana and NW Ohio are blessed with an abundance of water. Read the following for more infromationon water well running dry

The depth of the well typically does have an effect on the quality of water. The deeper the well, the further away from potential ground contaminants and pollutants.

Since we are blessed with an abundance of water in this area, where the well is drilled  usually depends on where the customer wants it located , and if we can fit our equipment into that area.

Normally, like to have the house framed up before we drill as to not be in anyone elses way.  We have drilled before construction startsand we have drilled when it is about complete, it all depends on customer and contractor wishes.

Normally, a well can be drilled in 3-4 hours, with a few additional hours to complete the hookup process.

Cost is dependant on several factors: The depth of the drill, the size of the water pump and tank , or whether its a constant pressure or conventional system.

Yes, your well should be chlorinated, however the Department of health recommends not to do it yourself but to have a professional chorinate it for you. You should have your well tested for contaminants and bacteria every few years and if it shows signs of either you should contact a professional to have it tested.

You should have your well tested for bacteria and contaminants every few years. We offer water testing and treatment.

The average life span of a water pump is 15-18 years, but can be affected by several factors. A water pump’s duty cycle plays a large role in how long it will last. A duty cycle is how often the pump runs throughout the day. Motor quality and  size of the pump,  water sediment, quality of installation and type of pump are also a determining factors.

About the same as a water well pump, but can lst up to 20 years depending on certain factors.

When we drill a new well for a house, we include everything to get water into the house and ready to hook to the house. If it is a replacement well, again we provide everything needed, and hook it back up to the house.

We offer and honor all manufacturers warranties, which can last from 3-5 years.

Per conty and Indiana state law, the well and septic  must be seperated by at least 50 ft.

No pressure or  low pressure can be caused by several things. Pump issue, tank issue, softener issue, plugged filter in the line, too small of plumbing,or a faucet issue. Many things can cause low or now pressure.

Drilling a Water Well for household use will usually range from about 100 feet to 500 feet deep, but... When drilling a new well for your home or business, the depth of the well depends on the geology and underground water levels of the area. The averagewell depth in NE Indiana is 100 feet.

Yes, the depth of the well can make a difference. The further the drilling , the further the water source is away from ground contaminants and pollution.