Different Types Of Water Wells
Like all living creatures, people need access to water to survive and thrive. While many people have access to central water supplies, some people may not which is where digging a well comes in! Even if you have access to central water, a well can be a good water supply for irrigation and other non-domestic uses.
At Willey & Co., we are dedicated to providing dependable and affordable water well services, including well drilling and expansion tanks to give the residents of Laurel, DE access to well water. Once acceptable water is determined, you will need to determine the type of water well you would like on your property. Here’s a brief guideline of the different types and water well maintenance that goes along with them:
Dug Wells
Historically, dug wells were excavated by hand below the water table and lined with stone or bricks to prevent collapse. These are often pretty shallow, which makes them a high risk for drying out during a drought as well as surface contamination, making them not the best option for drinking water.
Driven Point Wells
Driven point wells are one of the most basic well pump systems. This well is constructed using assembled lengths of pipe driven into the ground, typically dug 30 feet deep if hand-driven or up to 50 feet deep with machine-driven, in places with a shallow water table.
Bored Wells
These wells are created using a boring machine reaching depths averaging 50 feet, but it is not uncommon to have a well over 100 feet deep. An earth auger is used to reach a diameter of two feet and is reinforced with concrete. These too can be susceptible to surface water contamination due to the shallow design.
Drilled Wells
Drilled wells refer to all the other types of wells, including those that are constructed using a combination of driven and jetted methods. These types of wells can get water from bedrock aquifers and overburden wells. When properly constructed, these pose a low risk of contamination.
At Willey & Co., we are your expert well water company in Delaware. We use a mud rotary style when drilling your well to ensure your well water supply is free of quality issues. Our team can help you determine which type of well is right for your unique situation, soil type, and usage. Contact us today to get started!
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