Digging and drilling a water well takes a lot of preparation, skill, and knowledge of building codes. Leave the digging to the professionals, who’ll know how to assess conditions on your property for best placement and operation. These three tips can help you determine if a well can be bored on your property. 

Where Can You Drill a Water Well?

1. Somewhere Accessible

Water wells need to be as close to your home as possible. Wells located farther away are less efficient. Accessibility is vital for the homeowner as well as the drilling contractor. Your contractor will discuss accessibility and location issues with you. A well should be sited somewhere accessible at all times and where it’s less likely to flood—on a hill, for example.

2. On Deep Sand & Gravel Deposits

The soil your contractor will bore through determines how much potential water is underneath, how easy it is to dig, and if the soil will obstruct the well in the future. Sand and gravel deposits usually contain large amounts of water as long as the water is deeper than three meters below the surface. It's also possible to obtain water from deposits of limestone, sandstone, or quartzite.

Gravel deposits may have large rocks buried close by. Your contractor will inspect the ground to verify that the water supply is adequate for your needs and capable of being tapped without obstruction.

3. Away From Potential Contaminants 

Your contractor will drill a well as far as possible from potential contaminants. Common sources of contamination are garbage and septic tanks. A water well contractor will be able to determine the proper distance from any potential pollutants to keep your water supply safe to drink.

Digging a water well is a major undertaking. Trust the well contractors at Mauldin Drilling LLC to get the job done right the first time. Their professional team has served residents in Sierra County, NM, with water well drilling and general well maintenance services for four decades. They also specialize in submersible pumping, irrigation systems, and more. To schedule an appointment, call (575) 894-3192, or go online to learn more about their services.