The popularity of private wells is on the rise. Having a well dug on your property provides you with exceptional water quality and a consistent supply. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 15 million Americans have private drinking water. Well drilling companies use a variety of equipment to complete a well project. Let's look at some of the tools and equipment that are used by a well drilling company.

Drilling Rig

There are different types of drilling rigs available to help with the installation of a well. This type of equipment is made to safely drill deeply into the earth for wells. Narrow boreholes are used to create a reliable source of water for a property. This reliable water source benefits families who want private water or who don't have access to municipal water.

Auger drills are one type of drilling rig that can be used. They're often used to dig through softer materials at a lesser depth. A core driller is used to drill deeper or through harder material.

Trucks

The drilling rig doesn't operate by itself. It's often attached to a specialized truck. This truck will have parts such as a drill rod to assist with the process. The truck may also have a mud pump attached as well, along with compressors and hydraulic winches.

Water Pumps

A water pump is needed to connect the water coming from the hole to the house. Once a clean well hole has been created, the water pump is installed down into the well. A well casing is also installed. This ensures that water is safely transported to the water system. The well casing and the water pump work hand in hand to keep water from getting contaminated. Different types of pumps are needed for different properties. This is because different properties will have different water depth tables.

These are a few of the types of equipment used by a professional well drilling company for this job. You should know that digging a well is a task only licensed professionals should undertake. This isn't a DIY project. If you're looking for reliable well drilling services, please contact Scott & Son Well Drilling LLC today. We are here for your well needs and hope to hear from you soon!