Well Construction Basics
General topics pertaining to how a well is constructed.
10 articles
- How do I pick a good water well driller?Learn the questions to ask to make sure you choose the right driller.
- Where should my new well be located?Choose a safe location by considering water availability, contamination sources, groundwater flow direction, and neighboring wells.
- What is grouting, and why does my water well need grouted?Learn what grouting is and how it protects your well and groundwater source from contamination.
- How much does it cost to install a new well, and what is the process?Learn about the price of installing a new well and how it is done.
- What is backflow prevention, and how does it protect my water supply?Learn how a backflow preventer works and how it can keep your well water safe.
- Can my old well be grandfathered in, or do I have to drill a new well?Understand why upgrading an older well to meet current standards is important for your family's health and safety.
- What is considered a shallow well, a normal depth well, and a deep well?Understand how well depths are defined.
- What is a well house?Check out this article if you want to know more about the structure that your well is located in.
- What are the different types of water wells?Understand the different kinds of wells that provide homeowners with water.
- How do I know if my water well is properly constructed or not?Understand what desired attributes make a water well a safe and reliable source of drinking water.