If you buy or build a home located outside the range of a public water system, you need to install a private well for water access. The installation process requires heavy duty equipment to find and enter a source of water. The most important tool is the drilling rig, but different options can be used based on the type of soil at your location. Learn about the most common types of tools for well drilling below.

3 Types of Well Drilling Rigs

Cable Tool Rig

A cable tool rig is popular because it isn't accompanied by sediment restrictions and can reach deep within the earth to access water. The system uses a cable to move the drill bit, and another component, called a bailer, clears away the broken ground. The only downside is that it isn't as fast as some other options.

Jetting Rig

A jetting rig uses the power of pressurized water to dig the well. Popular in areas of fine, sandy ground, the head of the pipe shoots out water to break up the ground. The intense pressure pushes the sediment back to the surface as it's broken apart. This style of well drilling isn't efficient with rocky or muddy soils, and its depth is limited by the length of piping available.

Mud Rotary Rig

The mud rotary is a fast well drilling method and allows for some of the deepest levels. It uses the power of water, like jetting, but it also adds clay to the mix to move materials more easily. For the equipment to take on rocky ground, it must be large and heavy enough to apply the necessary amount of pressure.

For your well drilling needs, contact the Coolwater Drilling. From installation to well maintenance, the licensed team of experienced professionals is known for their high-quality work and affordable pricing. Their two convenient locations in Bremerton and Shelton, WA, ensure that all emergency water system requests are handled quickly and efficiently. Learn more about their water well services online, and schedule your appointment by calling (360) 830-9005 in Kitsap County or (360) 426-3545 for Mason County residents.