You thought the hole was the whole cost? Oh, you sweet summer child. After the hole comes the pump. A decent submersible pump runs $500 to $2,000. Need a fancy variable-speed pump? That’s another grand.
Then there’s the pressure tank (your water’s bouncy castle), the wiring, the control box, and the pipe that connects your well to your house. That bundle of joy typically adds $1,000 to $3,000. And that’s before we talk about permits—which can cost a few hundred bucks, but will save you from a fine larger than your hole.
Oh, and water testing. You don’t want to shower in bacteria soup, right? That’s another $100 to $400 for peace of mind. Plus, if you hit contaminated water, you may need a filtration system. That’s $1,000 to $5,000 more. Suddenly, that city water bill looks like a gentle hug.
The Surprising Fact That’ll Make You Say “Whoa”
Here’s a nugget of weirdness: a well can actually increase your property value by $5,000 to $15,000—if the water is good and the well is nearby. That means in some cases, drilling a well is basically free real estate. It’s like magic, but with more mud.
Drill Cost Per Hole at Kevin Davidson blog
Also, did you know wells can go dry? Not funny, I know. But a deeper well often has a more stable water supply. Meanwhile, shallow wells are cheaper but might suck up lawn chemicals and—plot twist—squirrel droppings. Drink responsibly!
