Commercial drilling and residential drilling have a lot in common but also have distinct differences. Mike Woolsey and Sons Well Service, based in Summersville, MO, has experience with both types of drilling and understands the requirements of homes and businesses. Proudly serving clients throughout southern Missouri, these premier pumping contractors offer a variety of well services to keep your system running efficiently. When you need affordable and dependable residential or commercial drilling services, trust these friendly experts.

The Differences Between Residential & Commercial Drilling

Residential Drilling

Drilling a residential well involves the use of specialized machinery to reach an underground aquifer and provide a household with a steady supply of potable water. Residential drilling usually goes 100–500 feet deep for a water well, although it can go deeper depending on the location of the aquifer. A residential well usually is drilled to a 6-inch diameter and must meet state or local restrictions on how closely it can be placed near a house or residential structure.

Commercial Drilling

Commercial drilling provides wells for use by businesses, government agencies, farms, and municipal projects. Because commercial drilling must access a larger water supply, it usually goes deeper than residential drilling and has a wider diameter, up to 24 inches. If the well is to be used solely for purposes like irrigating crops or watering a golf course, it doesn’t have to reach potable water. Commercial drilling lets you create a well that supplies a large volume of water at less expense than a municipal water system.  

When you want a pumping contractor who is committed to doing affordable, efficient, and expert work, rely on Mike Woolsey and Sons Well Service. Call (417) 932-4036 to discuss commercial or residential drilling, and visit them online to learn more about their water pump and well services.