Water Well System Design
The decision on whom to trust with the design and installation of your new water system is an important one. Decisions made on the front-end can have a dramatic impact on your house water flow and pressure, as well as the overall quality of your house drinking water supply.
A well thought-out, systematic approach to water system design ensures the best overall system performance for any budget level.
Steps in the Process
Here are the basic steps to getting your water system up and running.
Step 1: Water Well Drilling
GeoWater Services coordinates with Jordan Keaton at James Drilling to provide water well drilling. James Drilling is a 3rd generation drilling company that drills most of the wells in our mountain communities. They can be of great help in estimating well depths in the area, locating a drill site, and providing estimated costs. They can also help with the permit process if needed. They can be reached at (303) 420-5181.
For budgetary purposes, drilling costs typically run $4k-$5k for fixed costs (steel & PVC casing, cement, etc.), plus $34-$35 per ft. range, but can vary based upon site conditions and depths. For example, a standard 500ft deep well would be in the $22K+/- range, but again cost is dependent upon well depth and site conditions. Our recommendation would be for all of us to meet on-site when convenient to narrow down costs.
Step 2: Water Well Pump System Sizing & Installation
The submersible well pump, pressure tank, variable speed controller and related equipment provide the backbone of any water well system.
As pump system pricing is based upon estimated well depth, once the driller gives us an estimated depth, we can give you an estimate on pump system and underground water / electrical line pricing. Typical pricing for a standard 500ft well would be in the in the $7-9k+/- range but can vary significantly based upon well depth, underground water line length, site conditions, pump performance requirements, and re-use of existing equipment (existing well replacement only).
Step 3: Underground Water Line Installation & Excavation
We can coordinate with the house site preparation excavation crew, or we can locate a third-party excavator to assist with this process. Estimate $4000+/-, but it could be significantly higher or lower, depending upon water line lengths and site conditions (digging difficulties).
Step 4: Water Flow (production) & Water Quality (taste, odor, contaminants) Testing
Testing your private well water is a crucial step in maintaining a safe and healthy water supply. We provide comprehensive well production and water quality testing, as well as water purification, filtration and treatment.
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Step 5: Abandonment of the Old Well (If Applicable)
This will only be required (by CO statute) if replacing an existing well. Costs generally run $1-1.5k+/- depending upon the old well depth.
GeoWater Services is uniquely suited to assist you with all aspects of the design and installation process. Our professional, experienced staff is available to assist you in understanding every component of your water system.
