Can anyone tell me about water well drilling?

Question

I need to have a well put in , at least 200 ft. I live in a county of San Diego. Im looking for all info on the process, cost of water wells. Any help here would be greatly appreciated.

Answer 1

It doesn't have to be an unpleasant process.

Start by asking property owners around you about their wells.
Ask depth, how was the soil to drill through, etc. Believe me,
most homeowners are quick to share this stuff with you.

Ask for several professional quotes. Well drillers usually only quote a per foot rate. So, if they hit water at 200 feet, fine. If not, they'll need to keep drilling, and keep adding to the cost. I've never heard of a driller giving any guarantee.

The driller who seems to have done the most IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD is usually the most knowledgable.
They can speculate about underground rocks, caverns, and more. (Usually NEITHER are an issue)

If you also need a new well pump, shower/toilet/sink, etc, you might ask the driller.
However, they are in the drilling business, and other services (even installing the pump) are usually best contracted out to a separate contractor.

And, make sure the driller, well pump installer, and plumber (if you use 3 separate contractors) talk to each other.
In my experience, many have already worked together on other sites.

Ask your contractors to obtain necessary permits, and be there for all inspections. It's a good learning process for you to be there, too.

And, ask about "after the work" conditions. Are they going to (or do you need to) grade the earth, plant grass seed, straw,etc.

If you can get this kind of "team" together, they can make it pretty easy on the homeowner. Good Luck

Answer 2

I am not sure about San Diego because I'm not sure of the geology. Here in Michigan, there are two methods of well drilling: rotary (quicker usually a plastic well) and cable tool (longer drilling time, but good steel well). Either way is good. It would cost about 5-8K for a 200 foot well here in Michigan. If they are properly grouted, there shouldn't be any bacteriological contamination after proper flushing. Check to see with the driller what his terms are if the well does come up positive for bacteria...will he cover chlorination? Once the bacteria is cleared from the well, groundwater is a good clean source of drinking water, and a good well will last 20+ years. The EPA has some good information on well drilling. Make sure you get appropriate permits.

Answer 3

You'll probably need to get a permit. Most drilling companies will obtain the permit for you and include it in the cost of drilling. They all charge by the feet, anywhere from 10 to 20 dollars per feet. Shop around and get references before you decide on a certain company. In some states, Colorado for instance, your parcel has to be a certain size before you are allowed to drill a well. Here in Colorado, depending in what county you reside, the average parcel needs to be at least 40 acres. Be sure to have the water tested, as you might need to install a softener before the water is delivered to the structure. You can research water well drilling online. Use google as your search engine. Check the local yellow pages to determine how many drilling companies are in your area. Choose the one with the best references. Also, have you well cased. Sometimes wells can collapse, and then your filter system is clogged with dirt. Casing your well cost more, but it's worth the extra money you will have to spend. Your well, once it's completed, may not deliver as much water as you desire. If this happens, have a resevior tank installed to collect water before it is pumped to your structure. Good luck.

Answer 4

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13. Hand Pump. Make or install the above-ground parts of a hand pump.

10. Develop Well. Remove suspended matter which can interfere with well performance.

15. Chlorinate. Disinfect & 16. Test the water.

12. Surface Pad. Pour a concrete pad to keep contaminated water out of the well.

9. Sanitary Seal. Seal the borehole to keep shallow contaminated groundwater from seeping into the well.

3. Bore Hole. Drill to groundwater using an inexpensive portable LS-100 drill rig.

8. Gravel Pack. Filter out fine sand, silt and clay to produce clear water.

2. Aquifer. Find a layer of sand or gravel that will yield water to a well.

7. Well Casing. Install slotted pipe to allow water in and keep sand out of the well.

L. Pump Cylinder. Make or repair a pump cylinder and cup leathers.

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Answer 6

They are very at risk to getting Ecoli but there is a kit you can buy, some type of laser filter that will kill it so it never gets into the system. I see so many people that have wells always having problems.

Answer 7

Go to Home Depot and ask around there, they will be glad 2 help u