If you’re thinking about well drilling on your property, you may want to learn more about the process so you’ll know what to expect. This information may also help you find the right well contractor who fits your needs. This guide will help you learn more about what drilling a well entails.

How Is Well Drilling Done?

A well drilling rig, usually a rotary driller, air pressure driller, or cable tool machine, is taken to the well site. Here, it sets up at the designated well site approved by the health department and property owner. Once the rig is set up, the drilling begins with a large bit until  bedrock is found. The drill has to go an additional 10 feet into this bedrock and then a piece of steel casing is lowered into the hole and grout is put around it to eliminate surface water from entering the well. Now the drill bit is changed to a 6” drill bit and the driller will be looking for signs of water in the earth in order to produce a  reliable water source. Finally, the well is topped with a double gasketed well cap with a screened opening to prevent contamination from outside sediment or debris.

A pump then needs to be installed to access the water. Jet pumps are fine for shallower wells. These are placed above ground and suction the water upward. For deeper wells, however, a submersible pump is needed. They’re installed into the well and push the water to a power source or tank above ground.

What Factors Are Considered for Well Drilling?

Location is vital for a well. The best locations allow for minimal rainwater, which eliminates contamination with chemicals, bacteria, and debris. Access to an aquifer is crucial—of which there are many in Connecticut—or another fresh groundwater source. Rocky areas may indicate that a well-protected aquifer is nearby, an optimal location for drilling a well.

For well drilling on your property, contact Dalmik Well Drilling in Putnam, CT. With over 30 years of experience, they’ll know the best location and method for drilling your well. They can also help with pump repair and well inspection for any existing wells. Whatever services you need, they’ll provide them 24/7. Get a free estimate today by calling (800) 922-6220 or messaging them online.