2025-09-04
One of the most common questions we hear from our customers is: “Do I really need to find water before drilling a well?” The short answer is yes—because doing so can save you thousands of dollars.
Well depths vary greatly depending on the location, ranging from as shallow as 60 feet to as deep as 1,260 feet. Drilling costs usually run between $25 and $65 per foot. If a driller hits water at a shallow depth, that’s great news. But if they need to go down 800, 1,000 feet, or even deeper, the costs can rise very quickly. In many cases, drillers may even need to try several spots before finding a reliable source of water—and each attempt costs money, successful or not.
That is why locating groundwater before drilling is such an important step. It allows landowners to know both the depth and location of underground water, and also to estimate the potential water yield. After all, if the well cannot supply enough water for your needs, even a few hundred feet of drilling will be wasted.
By understanding the depth and yield of groundwater in advance, landowners can plan and budget with far greater confidence.
Shallow success: If water is found at 300 feet with a steady supply, you save significantly on drilling costs.
Deep wells with confidence: If water lies closer to 1,000 feet, you already know whether the flow will be enough to support your household, ranch, or farm operations.
For anyone investing in rural land, this kind of certainty is invaluable.
As a manufacturer of water detection instruments, we’ve seen that how important it is to find water. Our RC-M series detection machines were designed for exactly this purpose: helping landowners identify underground water sources quickly, accurately, and economically. Equipped with real-time imaging and intuitive data displays, they give users a clear picture of both the depth and potential capacity of underground water. The systems are built for flexibility—supporting multiple probe options and convenient data sharing across devices—while remaining simple enough for non-specialists to operate in just minutes.
Drilling a well will always be a major investment. But by detecting water before the first hole is drilled, you protect yourself from unnecessary costs, reduce the risk of failure, and ensure that your well can provide the supply your land truly requires. If you’re planning a new well, let our water detection solutions give you the clarity and confidence you need before drilling begins.
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