A great discovery in the history of water well drilling came in 1859 when the American Edwin Drake used a pipe to separate water from other materials being drilled. This allowed for the prevention of contamination, which was a big step in well drilling at the time.
Want to know what minerals you own before making a decision about selling mineral rights? We can perform sample drilling for testing so you know exactly what you are standing on.
A Master Ground Water Contractor (MGWC) is the highest level of well driller certification for water well construction and pump installation, and you should look for that designation in your area.
An extension of directional drilling is horizontal drilling. This technology can increase oil or gas production by as much as 20 times over what is extracted by vertical drilling. Depending on conditions, horizontal drilling bores can exceed 80 degrees.
Most fresh water isn't used for drinking, cooking, or bathing. In fact, 80% is used for irrigation and for producing electricity through thermoelectric generation.
Contrary to urban myth, wells are not what cause sinkholes. Sinkholes are caused by rain dissolving limestone deposits beneath the surface of the land. Water, oil, and gas wells have no influence on their appearance.
You should maintain your well on an annual basis. You need to disinfect it with vinegar and chlorine, but you have to be careful not to use too much chlorine.
One of the biggest hallmarks of drinking well water is a softer taste that’s more refreshing. This is because well water isn’t treated with chemicals like chlorine or additional fluoride, but is filtered naturally by layers of soil and rock.
Always store hazardous chemicals a safe distance away from your well. Keep gasoline, motor oil, pesticides, fertilizers, herbicides, paint, and other potential contaminants, at least 100 feet from your well. Also, be aware of runoff from pesticides, fertilizers, and herbicides from nearby lawns, gardens, and agricultural areas.
Digging a well for water has an incredibly long history and tradition behind it. The oldest known well was discovered in Cyprus, and dates back to 7500 BC. Two more ancient wells were discovered in Israel that date back to 6500 BC, all of them dug by hand.
In rotary drilling, a drill bit (made of tough metals such as tungsten) is attached to a drill pipe and rotated to break through layers of rock.
A common drill bit type is called a "roller bit." These bits have three or more rollers that are tipped with either steel or carbide. The favorite is the tricone bit, made with three rollers that both chip and crush rock. The interlocking teeth also provide an auto-cleaning action as they turn.
How does rainfall affect a well? Whether it's a rainy season or a drought, your well won't dry out. The water level may vary a bit, but your well water comes from an established water table.
Don’t let a seemingly inaccessible site deter you from having drilling performed. We have the equipment that can safely move our drilling rigs into place to get the job done.
One of the benefits of having your own well drilled is, of course, possessing your own water! A drilled well means access to water whenever you want without the worry and hassle of dealing with utility companies.
Of dug, driven, bored and drilled wells, which is the least likely to become polluted with surface water and other contaminants? If you guessed the drilled well, which tends to be the deepest and most stable type of well construction, you're right.
Geothermal wells use geothermal energy, such as hot springs, to heat and cool homes. Heat is either released into the home or pulled out of it.
Having a reverse osmosis filter system is a great way to filter out almost everything that could be lurking in the well water. However, one thing to consider, is that means even the good minerals that your body may need.
When your well is complete, you will be provided a well construction record. Keep the record, and pass it on to any future owners of your home.
In California, up to 15,000 new water wells are dug each year. This figure incorporates all types of wells, from shallow hand-dug versions used to water livestock to large, production-grade wells for public or commercial use.
Having a well drilled is an environmentally conscious decision that better serves the earth. In fact, well water reduces the use of pollution caused by treatment plant pollutants. And did you know the filtration systems installed for well water are also more "green”?
If you are installing a septic system, we will perform drilling for horizontal and vertical seepage testing for potential drain field sites, a necessary step that prevents conflicts with environmental regulations.
The borehole, or well shaft, is the hole that goes from the surface down to the aquifer. It is often lined with a solid casing or seal to keep out contaminants and stabilize the sides.
While your land might look like it’s empty, there can be a lot going on underground, including septic systems, cable or electric lines, and more. Fortunately, drilling experts know exactly how to find the right spot to drill without causing damage.