Having a water well on your property ensures your family is privy to fresh, clean water for drinking, bathing, and home cleaning. That's why so many homeowners are opting to have private water wells installed. If you’re considering well installation, preparation is key for a seamless, stress-free process. Here are a few steps you can take before scheduling well services at your home. 

What You Can Do to Prepare for a New Water Well

1. Apply for a Permit

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is responsible for issuing permits related to water well construction. Once the permit has been accepted, it will be valid for one year before it must be renewed. Well permits cover initial installation, as well as repairs. While your well services provider should have a good understanding of the permitting process, it’s good for you to be aware as well.

2. Check the Weather

Drilling a new well during a rainstorm is not an option. When soil is wet, it will be all but impossible to sufficiently drill a hole and keep it properly supported so the well apparatus can be installed. When checking the weather forecast, try to schedule the installation at a time when you're most likely to have a few consecutive days of dry weather. 

3. Designate a Spot for Debris

To dig your well, your well services contractor must displace dirt and other debris, which creates quite a mess. If you’re concerned about existing landscaping, clear out an area on your property where debris can be safely placed. Not only will this preserve your lawn and garden, but it will also allow the well contractor to work efficiently.

Working with a trusted well services provider will have a positive impact on the project. In Summersville, MO, Mike Woolsey and Sons Well Drilling and Pump Service repairs, maintains, and installs water wells. Their equipment is backed by a five-year warranty, so you can rest assured of a quality experience. They also insist on using high-quality, American-made equipment from trusted brands, including Amtroland F&W Pumps. Learn more about water well drilling online, or call (417) 932-4036 to schedule service.