If your well is suffering from a slow flow rate or it’s run dry altogether, it may be a candidate for well deepening. When a well is deepened, it is re-drilled to create more storage space for water and improve overall performance. Here are a few key benefits of this practice.

Why You Should Invest in Well Deepening

1. Increases Water Supply

Deeper wells can hold larger volumes of water because they are physically larger. On average, wells can contain an additional gallon and a half of water per linear foot. This increased supply translates into more available water during drought years and better peace of mind. 

2. Better Water Quality

Depth can impact both the quality and quantity of your water. Your water quality is influenced by land use activities, such as nearby agricultural operations and septic tank systems. Because deeper wells are surrounded by more soil to filter out potential contaminants, they provide better protection than their shallow counterparts. In comparison, contaminants can appear in shallow well water far more quickly, without the benefit of breaking down after passing through layers of soil, sand, and gravel.

3. Drought Resistance

Deep wells are less susceptible to seasonal fluctuations in the water table simply because the case falls further below the water table. Therefore, well deepening can give you better access to readily available water, even during a drought.

4. Saves You Money

Rather than digging and constructing a new well, a professional technician can clean and re-drill your existing space and extend the casing. In many cases, this is cheaper than drilling a new well altogether, and it will give you greater access to high-quality drinking water without having to go onto the municipal water supply network.

In many cases, well deepening provides the best return on investment for your property. If your well isn’t operating the way it should, reach out to the team at Reliable Pump & Well Services, LLC. This acclaimed, family-owned and -operated company believes in top-tier customer service, whether you need well deepening or pumping work. To speak with a representative, call (845) 629-8301 or visit them online to learn more about their work.