Understanding Water Wells and Pumps

Ever wondered how your well continues to put out water year after year? Or what is involved in installing a well?

We use the Certa-LOK® PVC (Requires Adobe Reader to view) for rock hole – easy to remove and reuse for deepening wells. We use a cyclone when drilling. This contains the mess and works great for locating water bearing zones!

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  1. CHECK VALVE
  2. BRASS ROPE ADAPTER
  3. IDEAL CLAMP
  4. HEAT SHRINK SPLICE KIT
  5. TORQUE ARRESTOR
  6. SAFETY ROPE
  7. CABLE TIE
  8. CABLE GUARD
  9. PITLESS ADAPTER
  10. BRASS INSERT FITTING
  11. WATERTIGHT WELL CAP
  12. WELL SEAL
  13. CHECK VALVE
  14. TANK TEE
  15. DRAIN VALVE
  16. BRASS NIPPLE
  17. RELIEF VALVE
  18. PRESSURE GUAGE
  19. PRESSURE SWITCH
  20. SAFETY SWITCH
  21. PUMP SAVER
  22. LIGHTNING ARRESTOR
  23. BALL VALVE
  24. WATER FILTER

As you can see, well installation involves much more than simply drilling a hole in the ground and waiting for water. We prefer to use only good quality parts that can stand the test of time. This way your well will outlast the water supply, which we hope never dries up. Contact us to find out how we can help you.