What is a water well drilling rig?

These water well drilling rigs are not to be confused for the other types of drilling rigs as these are specifically designed to reach water-bearing rock formations that are deep beneath the earth’s surface. Ritchie List is proud to offer a large selection of used water drilling trucks for sale by owners who are near you.

What types of water well drilling rigs are suited for residential water wells?

Here’s a list of a few different kinds of water well drilling rigs that’s suited for residential water wells. A small rotary drilling rig is a versatile and cost-effective option for drilling residential water wells. These rigs can drill boreholes up to 500 feet deep and 6 to 12 inches in diameter, depending on the size of the rig.

What is preferred pump's used rig marketplace?

Preferred Pump's Used Rig Marketplace is a great place to list your used water well equipment, drilling rigs, and pump hoists for sale.

How can Ritchie list Help you Grow Your Water Well drilling business?

Whether you are looking to expand your fleet of water well drilling rigs, or planning to be a self-employed and start your own water well drilling company, Ritchie List is here to help your business grow by connecting you to sellers who trust and depend on their water well drilling trucks as you need to.

What kind of drilling rig do I Need?

Auger drilling rigs are a good option for drilling shallow residential water wells in areas with loose soils, such as sand and gravel. These rigs use a helical screw blade to dig into the ground and remove soil, creating a well. Auger drilling rigs can drill boreholes up to 100 feet deep and 2 to 6 inches in diameter.

Who can drill a well under a permit?

All well operators drilling wells under permits issued by the Division of Mineral Resources must use a drilling contractor that is registered with DEC. A listing of registered drilling contractors and plugging contractors can be obtained from the DMN searchable database.