Water Well Drilling
Professional Water Well Drilling
A complete range of drilling services for design, installation, and maintenance of residential, commercial, and municipal water wells throughout New England and New York.
Groundwater Is a Vital Resource
Groundwater is a vital natural resource and a major source of water for drinking, irrigation, and industrial use. A substantial majority of public and private water systems in the United States rely on groundwater as their primary source for water.
In New England, the geology presents unique challenges and opportunities. Much of the region sits on ancient granite and metamorphic bedrock, covered by glacial till deposited during the last ice age. This means well depths, water quality, and yield vary significantly — sometimes within the same town. Choosing the right driller with local experience matters.
We offer a complete range of drilling services for design, installation, and maintenance of residential, commercial, and municipal water wells. Call us for a free evaluation and estimate of your next project.
Our Drilling Capabilities
Well Types
Types of Water Wells We Drill
Different geology, property requirements, and water needs call for different well types. We have the equipment and expertise for all of them.
Bedrock Wells
Drilled through overburden and into solid rock formations. The most common well type in New England, where granite and metamorphic bedrock underlies much of the region. Depths typically range from 100 to 800+ feet.
Gravel Wells
Installed in unconsolidated sand and gravel aquifers, commonly found in river valleys and coastal areas. These wells often produce large volumes of water and are frequently used for municipal and irrigation systems.
Shallow Wells
Typically less than 50 feet deep, drawing water from near-surface aquifers. Suitable for properties with accessible shallow water tables, often in sandy soil areas.
Monitoring Wells
Used for environmental monitoring, contamination assessment, and groundwater sampling. We install wells to meet all regulatory requirements for environmental compliance projects.
Geothermal Wells
Closed-loop boreholes for ground-source heat pump systems. Our dedicated Geothermal Drilling of New England (GDNE) division specializes in residential and commercial geothermal installations.
Artesian Wells
Wells that tap into a confined aquifer where natural pressure forces water upward. In parts of New England, artesian conditions occur where bedrock formations create pressure zones that produce flowing wells.
Our Process
How Water Well Drilling Works
From initial site evaluation to a fully operational water system — here's what to expect when you work with Ogden Wells.
Site Evaluation
We assess your property, review geology, check setback requirements, and determine the optimal well location and type.
Permitting
We handle the permitting process with your local board of health or state agency. Requirements vary by state and municipality.
Drilling
Using rotary or cable tool methods matched to your site geology. Most residential wells are completed in 1–3 days.
Well Development
After drilling, we develop the well to maximize water yield and clear drilling sediment from the borehole.
Pump Installation
We install the complete pumping system — submersible pump, pressure tank, piping, and electrical connections.
Regional Expertise
Understanding New England Geology
New England's geology is shaped by hundreds of millions of years of tectonic activity and more recent glaciation. The result is a diverse landscape where bedrock type, overburden depth, and aquifer characteristics can change dramatically over short distances.
In areas like central Massachusetts and much of New Hampshire, wells are typically drilled into hard crystalline bedrock — granite, gneiss, and schist. Water is found in fractures within the rock, and yields depend on intersecting productive fracture zones. In coastal areas and river valleys, unconsolidated sand and gravel deposits can provide high-yield aquifers suitable for larger water systems.
With drilling experience across seven states since 1980, we understand the regional geology and can recommend the right well type and drilling method for your specific site conditions.
Year-Round Drilling
We drill year-round, including through New England winters. Modern rotary drilling equipment operates effectively in cold weather, and frozen ground does not prevent us from reaching the water-bearing formations below.
If you need water, you don't need to wait for spring. Contact us any time for a site evaluation and estimate.
Need a Water Well?
Call us for a free evaluation and estimate. We provide water well drilling services throughout most regions of New England and New York.