Many Washington residents choose to install a well on their properties. Finding the right location for it and deciding on a suitable depth, however, can be challenging. Installing a well in a bad location is rife with opportunities for water system contamination. To make the best decisions, you need to know where the clean groundwater is and what direction it's flowing in—or to work with experts who do. If you reside in Kitsap, Mason, Pierce, Jefferson, King, or Grays Harbor counties, then you can look to Coolwater Drilling for all your well drilling and maintenance needs.

The following information should give you an idea of how deep your well should probably be:

• How Does Groundwater Travel? Gravity pulls water downwards, but water also moves laterally in the direction of regional groundwater flow: generally, from higher to lower elevations, such as from upland areas to streams or wetlands. The farther away groundwater has traveled, the farther below ground it probably is.

  

• So How Do I Choose The Appropriate Well Depth? To avoid contamination with septic systems and street runoff, you should make sure your well, the path your groundwater flows through, and its source, are far from questionable locations. Part of this involves choosing the right depth—a shallow well will have access to water that hasn't traveled very far, while a deep well will have access to water from farther away, most likely from uphill.

• How Do I Know Where To Dig? No one understands the groundwater flow patterns in the Puget Sound area better than Coolwater Drilling. Using what they know about the region, they'll help you find the perfect site for your well and pump installation.

A well is an investment you can rely on year after year. To learn more about how Coolwater Drilling can help with their well maintenance, drilling, and water system testing services, give them a call at their Bremerton office at (360) 830-9005 to set up an appointment, or visit them online.