To access clean, healthy water outside the municipal system, homeowners and commercial businesses alike need to invest in well drilling services. Before beginning the procedure, there are a number of key steps to take to ensure a successful project. If you’re planning to drill a well, keep three key tips in mind.

What to Do Before Well Drilling 

1. Consider Placement

Before you drill your well, you need to locate a site with sufficient groundwater. This site must contain an aquifer, which consists of permeable rock or other debris that can permit sufficient water to pass through. Your well needs to exist at least 100 feet away from fixtures like fuel tanks, septic tanks, barnyards, and any substance that could potentially pollute your water source. You also need to be sure not to encroach on any city utility lines. Selecting the ideal place for your well is a very complex process, so it’s important to consult a professional.

2. Obtain the Proper Licensing & Permits  

Depending on where you’re located, you may need to acquire a building permit as well as abide by several legal guidelines before constructing your well. In the state of Arkansas, you need to obtain the proper licensing, certificates, and permits before you can commence with a water well construction.

3. Clear the Land

Next, you or your well drilling company will need to clear the site of all vegetation. Most likely, you will also need to create an access road from the site to a public road, where the drill pad will be located. Since this process may require the use of heavy-duty excavation equipment, it’s always advisable to consult with a professional.  

With over 30 years in the well drilling industry, you can count on the professionals from Empire Pump Service to expertly handle your water well installation from the planning stage all the way to the final cleanup. To learn about how the Green Forest, AR, area team can support your needs, visit the business online. You can also call a friendly professional at (870) 438-6929 in Arkansas or (417) 858-3766 in Missouri.