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n a year, the installation of residential wells in the U.S. is approximately 500,000.  Interested in drilling a well for your home? If you want to have well water at your home, you need to drill a well. But how deep should a well be for drinking water? The general rule is that well drilling should be as deep as possible to reach an adequate water supply. That said, there are many factors to consider when drilling a well.  That is why it is best to consult with a professional before starting any drilling project. Want to learn more? Read on to find out! […]

Did you know that more than 43 million people, or about 15 percent of the U.S. population, get their water from private wells? It’s a great alternative to relying on and paying monthly fees for public utilities. The only cost associated with a well is maintenance. This includes the well itself (borehole, casing) and the components that bring water to the surface and deliver it to your home–namely the pump. If you are installing in a well or updating an old unit, you may be wondering about well pump installation cost. There is a wide range here, with the average cost of well pump installation running between several hundred to a few thousand dollars. Many different factors influence this total. The good news is that, once you know what these variables are, you can better estimate how much your project will cost. Keep reading to find out more. […]

If you live on a property with a private water supply, then you’ll understand the importance of periodic monitoring for water contamination. If your well becomes contaminated, this leaves you without access to clean drinking water- which could cause a major inconvenience for your family. But with regular water monitoring and the recommended tests for coliform bacteria, this situation can be easily avoided. However, if you find yourself in a pickle with a contaminated water system, here’s how to shock a well both quickly and efficiently. […]

There are over 100,000 residential well water systems in Arizona. If you are one of them you are probably concerned about the quality of your water. Read on to learn about the benefits of a well water filtration system and see if it is the right solution for you. […]

If you’re living on a property with well water, you need to give it the proper maintenance or you run the risk of getting sick. When you live in a house with a well, you’ve got a different set of responsibilities to look after. As with city water, your well will most likely work most of the time, but there are going to be occasions when something tastes or looks a little off or the water just doesn’t turn on. That’s when you have to call in the professionals. You may feel like you can handle this problem on your own if you’re trying to cut costs or be self-sufficient, but don’t work on your water well if you’re not positive of how to fix it. Furthermore, regular maintenance will be the key to avoiding those well water headaches. Let’s talk about how often you should schedule private well maintenance. […]

If you’re a first-time homeowner with a water well, there are a few important things you ought to know. The first and probably most important factor is that you are solely responsible for the safety of your well and the water you drink. If this seems like a daunting task, the truth is, it really isn’t. Being the owner of a water well is simple with just a little know-how. Here are a few well water tips you ought to know. […]