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A modern water well is an expertly engineered and constructed method of delivering groundwater for drinking, irrigation, and other purposes. And Wellowner.org is your one-stop resource for information relating to private water well systems and groundwater. Learn how to protect this precious resource and safeguard your family's health through properly constructed and maintained water well systems.
 
How to find a reliable water well contractor PDF Print E-mail
To help you find a reliable water well contractor, Wellowner.org has developed Contractor Lookup. Simply enter your location to find contractors that service your area. In addition, we have coded contractors with the following designations:
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Finished well checklist PDF Print E-mail

 

After the well has been constructed and before the contractor removes his equipment from the site, you should inspect the well.
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What exactly is a drilled well? PDF Print E-mail

 

A drilled well consists of a hole bored into the ground, with the upper part being lined with casing. The casing prevents the collapse of the borehole walls and (with a drive shoe or grout seal) prevents surface or subsurface contaminants from entering the water supply. The casing also provides a housing for a pumping mechanism and for the pipe that moves water from the pump to the surface.
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