Well Drilling in Ocala, FL
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Drilling a new well in Marion County
New home construction outside city water, horse farms and barns, and failing old wells all call for a new well. In Florida, wells must generally be built by a licensed water well contractor and permitted before construction. In Marion County, well construction permits are issued locally under a delegation from the water management district. Your contractor typically handles the permit.
What goes into a well
- Drilling to a suitable depth in the aquifer
- Casing (steel or PVC) and grouting to protect water quality
- Pump, pressure tank and controls
- Electrical and plumbing to the house or barn
- Water testing once complete
Cost depends heavily on depth, casing diameter, and the pump system. See our cost guide.
Irrigation wells
Many Marion County homeowners add a separate irrigation well so lawn and landscape watering doesn't run up a utility bill or stress the household well. Irrigation wells are often shallower and simpler, but still require proper permitting.
Questions about new well drilling
Do I need a permit to drill a well in Marion County?
Yes. A well construction permit is required before drilling; in Marion County it's issued locally under the water management district's delegation. Wells must generally be built by a Florida-licensed water well contractor, who usually pulls the permit.
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