Homes that don't have access to municipal water stores rely on private wells.

The drilling of a new water well is an intricate process that must be completed by experienced professionals. These professionals can utilize one of many methods when it comes to drilling a new residential water well.

Learn more about these methods, and their advantages, to help you determine which method would best meet your needs in the future.

1. Jetting

Jetting is a mechanical form of digging that well drilling companies can use to penetrate the ground.

A pump is used to force water down a drill pipe during the jetting process. Since the water is pressurized, it creates a strong jet stream that can loosen the surrounding sediment. Jetting is a simple drilling process that requires only a pump and some pipes.

Bear in mind that jetting is only suitable for use in areas with soft sediment. Gravel or coarse sediment are too durable to be affected by the stream of pressurized water created during jetting. Have your soil tested prior to drilling to determine if jetting is an option.

2. Cable Tooling

Cable tooling is a drilling method that is suitable for use in any type of soil.

A heavy drill bit is raised and lowered on a steel cable during cable tooling. A bailer is paired with the drill bit to help remove any sludge that is created at the bottom of the borehole.

The machinery used in cable tooling is very fuel-efficient. This means that cable tooling is an affordable approach to well drilling for most homeowners. Unfortunately, cable tooling does take a lot of time when compared with other drilling methods.

Allow for ample drilling time if you choose to utilize cable tooling to establish your water well.

3. Air Rotary Drilling

Air rotary rigs can be effective when it comes to drilling a residential water well.

Compressed air is an essential component in air rotary drilling. All of the cuttings created during the drilling process are removed from the borehole using compressed air. This helps to maintain a clear pathway for the drill bit.

Air rotary rigs equipped with the right drill bit can quickly and efficiently cut through any type of rock to streamline the drilling process. 

No matter what method of drilling you choose to employ when establishing your private water well, be sure that you partner with an experienced drilling company.

For more information on water well drilling, contact a company near you.