Bluenose Well Drilling FAQs

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since 1974

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. At what stage of construction do you normally drill?

Q. Where should my drilled well be placed on my property?

Q. What is the difference between a dug well and a drilled well?

Q. How much water is necessary to run a household?

Q. When do I call a water professional?

Q. How do I know I am hiring a certified well expert?

Q. What is involved in inspecting my well and can I do it myself?

Q. Is there something I can cover my well with that is attractive?

Q. Does Bluenose Well Drilling sell other items?

Under the Well Construction Regulations, all persons constructing or repairing water wells must be certified from the Department of the Environment you can ask for certification number.

Decorative rocks are available to cover your well casing look under our products page.

There are some steps you can do yourself such as:

Make sure cap is securely in place and water tight
The vent screen in intact and not cloaked by vegetation growth.

Ensure that connections in the well casing are properly sealed and suface drainage near the well is directed away from the well casing.

Visually inspect that surface water does not pond near the well and that the well pump and distribution system is functioning properly, with no leaks.

The actual depth of a well will depend on the volume of water encountered. Additional well casing may be required to ensure that the water supply is sufficient for a household of 4. A household of 4 people require on average 250 gallons per day of usable water.

A dug well depends on the quantity of surface water as a result of rain, snow and ice. A drilled well is supplied by water sources beneath the earth's surface in the formation and gravel beds that have been existent for many years. A dug well is considered a seasonal well. Dry weather in the summer and frozen grounds in the winter both affect the productivity of water flow.

All wells will be drilled according to the policies set out by the department of Nova Scotia Environment and Labor which take in consideration the following boundaries: public road, property lines, septic system, building, neighbor's drilled well and septic system.

It is best to drill before the foundation is in place.

When changes occur in the quanity or quality of water.

Yes!! We sell everything you need to maintain your well.