How can I Find Out My Well Specifications or Measure My Well?

Accurate well specifications are essential for ordering the correct Simple Pump system. Here's how to find or measure the information you need.

Key Specifications Needed

Essential Measurements

1. Static Water Level - Depth from surface to water
2. Well Depth - Total depth of the well
3. Casing Diameter - Inside diameter of well casing

Secondary Information

• Casing material (PVC, steel)
• Existing equipment (submersible, pitless)
• Well yield (if known)

Finding Existing Records

Well Driller's Report

The most reliable source of well information:

• Filed when well was drilled
• Contains all original specifications
• May be in your closing documents
• Check with previous property owner

State/County Records

Many states require well registration:

• Contact your state geological survey
• County health department
• Water resources department
• Some records available online

Well Contractor

The company that drilled or services your well:

• Name may be on well cap or equipment
• May have records on file
• Can measure if needed

Property Records

Check your property files:

• Home inspection report
• Real estate disclosure forms
• Septic/well system documentation
• Title insurance documents

Measuring Your Well

If records aren't available, you can measure:

Measuring Static Water Level

Materials Needed:

• Measuring tape (at least 100 feet)
• Weight (small fishing weight works)
• Something to detect water (chalk, electronic water level indicator)

Chalk Method:

1. Remove well cap
2. Attach weight to measuring tape
3. Coat bottom with chalk
4. Lower until weight hits bottom
5. Pull up and note where chalk washed off
6. That point is your static water level

Electronic Method:

• Water level indicators beep or light when contacting water
• More accurate and easier to read
• Available from well supply companies

Measuring Well Depth

Using the same setup:

1. Lower tape until weight hits bottom
2. Mark tape at well cap level
3. Retrieve and measure
4. This is your well depth

Be careful when working around open well casings. Have a helper present. Don't drop anything into the well.

Measuring Casing Diameter

From the Top:

1. Remove well cap
2. Measure inside diameter across opening
3. Common sizes: 4", 5", 6", 8"

Without Removing Cap:

• Measure outside circumference of casing
• Divide by 3.14 (π) for outside diameter
• Subtract wall thickness for inside diameter
• Or note the size printed on the casing

Common Casing Sizes

What If I Can't Measure?

Professional Measurement

Well service companies can:

• Measure water level accurately
• Video inspect well interior
• Identify existing equipment
• Assess well condition

Estimates

If you must estimate:

• Static water level often 20-40% of well depth
• Check neighbors with similar wells
• Local well drillers know typical area conditions

Ready to Get a Quote?

Once you have your specifications:

Provide Us With:

1. Static water level (measured or from records)
2. Well depth
3. Casing diameter
4. Current well equipment details
5. Intended use (backup, primary, pressure tank)

Request Quote

• Online: Request Quote
• Phone: 877-492-8711
• Technical Support: ext. 6

We'll help configure the right system for your well.