Modular Home Construction: Steps in Drilling a Well within the Property

All water well within the modular home must be constructed in accordance with the minimum construction requirements for water wells in Michigan. Water wells in artesian basins must also comply with the minimum standards for the construction and reconditioning of water bores in Jackson, Michigan.

In general, you should be guided by your drilling subcontractor when it comes to the best means of constructing the bore. However, there are some important details that should be considered before drilling commences.

Well casing should be of suitable material and strength. Most modular home subcontractors use high quality material in drilling a well to prevent collapse of the hole. When the water well within the modular home property does not pump fine particles or sand; ater entry via open hole conditions should be considered only when the stratum is known to be very stable. And lastly, the well casing should be large enough to accommodate the proposed pump.

Drill the well away from any potential contaminants in the Modular Home Property

Animal feedlots, buried fuel tanks, waste disposal and septic systems can all pollute groundwater. Wells should be drilled in places where they can easily be reached for maintenance, and located at least 5 feet (1.5 meters) from modular home sites.

Choose the Appropriate Construction Method

Most wells are drilled out, but wells may also be dug or driven, if conditions warrant. Drilled wells may be bored with an auger or rotary tool, smashed out with a percussion cable or cut with high-pressure jets of water.

Legendary Homes Inc. uses state of the art method in drilling a water well within your modular home property. The method is ensured to follow and comply with the standard requirements of well drilling rules and regulations in Michigan.

Finish the Modular Home Water Well

Once the well is drilled, casing is inserted to prevent the water from wearing away and being contaminated by the sides of the well. This casing is usually narrower in diameter than the well hole itself and sealed in place with a grouting material, commonly either clay or concrete. Casing usually runs to a depth of at least 18 feet (5.5 meters) and may run the entire length of a well drilled in loose, sandy soils. Screens to filter out sand and gravel are inserted in the casing, then the well is capped with a sanitary seal and, unless the water is already under pressure, a pump is attached to bring the water to the surface.

On completion, the driller should provide you with a copy of the drill log form showing the details of depths, material penetrated, construction details and the supply obtained. It is recommended you keep a copy of any drilling records so bore details can be retrieved to diagnose any problems which may arise in the future. In all cases the driller is required to forward a copy of the drill log form to the department.

 

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Modular Home Construction: Steps in Drilling a Well within the Property