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How much can I anticipate spending on a well?
A water well is a long-term investment and should be treated as such. There are a number of variables involved in estimating cost, such as depth, diameter, and terrain. With some basic information, we can usually give you an estimate over the phone. Call us today at 251-550-8902.
How deep does a well have to be?
Wells can vary greatly in depth and it really depends on the geological formations of your area. We can usually give you an idea based on other wells that we have drilled in your area.
How much water does it supply?
An average well will produce about 20 gallons per minute. The average person uses about 80 gallons of water per day. The amount of water a well uses is relatively small compared to the amount of water located in the aquifer.
How are wells protected from surface contaminants?
A large hole is drilled to a predetermined depth and then a smaller hole for the well is completed from that point. The casing is placed in the smaller hole. The space between the large hole and the casing is filled with sealant material. After the well is completed, a seal is placed at the top that vents air through a screen and keeps out insects, animals, and other contaminants.
How long is the warranty on a pump system installed by Clearwater Drilling?
All of our pumps and pressure tanks come with a one year factory warranty against defects.
Do I need a pump house?
A pump house is designed to protect the pump system from the elements. It is important to keep the equipment warm and dry. A pump house should only be used for housing water facilities and equipment. It should never be used to store chemicals or for any other purpose due to the risk of contamination.
What's the best location of a well on my property?
There are regulations in Alabama on where a well can be located. It has to be at least 2 feet away from roof projections on adjacent buildings, 10 feet away from secondary electrical services, 75 feet away from primary electrical services, 150 feet away from a sewage lagoon, and 100 feet away from septic tank or field lines, and 150 feet away from a barnyard. Besides the state’s regulations, it’s a good idea to take into consideration accessibility of the well site. It’s important that your well is easy to service in the future.
How long should I expect my well to last?
There are several factors that can determine who long it will last. How large is the aquifer underground? What are your water needs? Natural and man-made environmental factors can also have an impact. Most wells, the hole in the ground where the water is located, last for decades without ever going dry. The equipment may need to be serviced within that time frame, though. There are factors that determine how long the equipment will last, too. Sometimes well equipment will last 10 years or more without ever needing maintenance.
A water well is a long-term investment and should be treated as such. There are a number of variables involved in estimating cost, such as depth, diameter, and terrain. With some basic information, we can usually give you an estimate over the phone. Call us today at 251-550-8902.
How deep does a well have to be?
Wells can vary greatly in depth and it really depends on the geological formations of your area. We can usually give you an idea based on other wells that we have drilled in your area.
How much water does it supply?
An average well will produce about 20 gallons per minute. The average person uses about 80 gallons of water per day. The amount of water a well uses is relatively small compared to the amount of water located in the aquifer.
How are wells protected from surface contaminants?
A large hole is drilled to a predetermined depth and then a smaller hole for the well is completed from that point. The casing is placed in the smaller hole. The space between the large hole and the casing is filled with sealant material. After the well is completed, a seal is placed at the top that vents air through a screen and keeps out insects, animals, and other contaminants.
How long is the warranty on a pump system installed by Clearwater Drilling?
All of our pumps and pressure tanks come with a one year factory warranty against defects.
Do I need a pump house?
A pump house is designed to protect the pump system from the elements. It is important to keep the equipment warm and dry. A pump house should only be used for housing water facilities and equipment. It should never be used to store chemicals or for any other purpose due to the risk of contamination.
What's the best location of a well on my property?
There are regulations in Alabama on where a well can be located. It has to be at least 2 feet away from roof projections on adjacent buildings, 10 feet away from secondary electrical services, 75 feet away from primary electrical services, 150 feet away from a sewage lagoon, and 100 feet away from septic tank or field lines, and 150 feet away from a barnyard. Besides the state’s regulations, it’s a good idea to take into consideration accessibility of the well site. It’s important that your well is easy to service in the future.
How long should I expect my well to last?
There are several factors that can determine who long it will last. How large is the aquifer underground? What are your water needs? Natural and man-made environmental factors can also have an impact. Most wells, the hole in the ground where the water is located, last for decades without ever going dry. The equipment may need to be serviced within that time frame, though. There are factors that determine how long the equipment will last, too. Sometimes well equipment will last 10 years or more without ever needing maintenance.
