What should I consider when I drill a well?

• <div><p>When considering the price of drilling a well, factor in how much you’ll save in water costs per year. The average family of four uses <b>100 gallons</b> of water per person per day in the U.S. With a private water well, you can save hundreds each year.</p><p>Wells are also environmentally friendly. You don’t need to worry about drinking water treated with chemicals. Talk to at least three well pump contractors in your area. They’ll be able to tell you more about your options, give you different quotes, and discuss the biggest concerns.</p></div>

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Q: How hard is it to buy a house for the first time?

• <div><p>Several government-backed lending programs can help first-time home buyers purchase a home with little money down. FHA, USDA, and VA loans are options for qualifying borrowers, though many conventional mortgage lenders will lower down payment rates to as low as 3 percent.</p><p> </p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of getting a land survey before buying a property?

• <div><p>A land survey provides precise property boundaries, reveals legal encroachments, and identifies rights-of-way, minimizing disputes. Understanding the exact dimensions and features of the property aids in informed decision-making and safeguards the buyer's investment.</p></div>

Q: How long does a land survey take?

• <div><p>A land survey can take anywhere from a few hours to a month or more, depending on the size of the property, the type of survey, the property&rsquo;s accessibility and topography, and the availability of historical property records. A simple boundary survey to determine a fence line can be completed in a day while surveying 50 acres of undeveloped woodlands may take weeks or longer.</p></div>

Q: What if I can’t find any records of when my house was built?

• <div><p>If you can&rsquo;t find any records online, you&rsquo;ll need to contact your county clerk&rsquo;s office to do further research. They should have property records on file, or can at least point you in the right direction of who to contact. You can also speak with your neighbors about when their houses were built because they were likely built around the same time. </p></div>

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Last update on December 10, 2025

Reviewed in September 2023
I shouldn't take this survey yet. Keene Door is waiting on parts. So value can't be completed yet.
Keene Door
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Reviewed in June 2022
They really moved fast and efficiently in doing some land clearing. A+++ for service and communication!
Marrotte Services
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Reviewed in June 2019
Zach Hooper and his brother are professionals that you absolutely WANT if you have trees to be removed. I had 7 trees to be removed, 5 of which were in my front yard in close proximity to my house. Three of those trees were huge, reaching about 100 feet in height. The removal was an amazing...
Hooper's Tree Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2016
Larry and his crew were very professional.? Larry came out and surveyed the driveway; then proceeded to tell us he didn't need to pull up the entire driveway!? Music to our ears!? He explained exactly what he thought should be done and gave us a written quote.? Larry was in constant contact with...
M&L Asphalt Svc LLC
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Reviewed in May 2016
Jim and I knew we needed to replace our roof. We wanted something that was basically maintenance free. I went on to Home Advisor looking for information, and I received a phone call from Paul. He set up a time that was convenient for us, 8 a.m. on a Saturday. We were impressed with the...
East Coast Metal Roofing, LLC - Connecticut
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Reviewed in March 2016
This started with a site survey of the shed/barn where a garage door was to be quoted. They had a cancelled order for the correct size/color door and offered it to me for the budget price I was considering. The installer/technician was extremely professional and prompt. Guidance and advise...
Keene Door
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Reviewed in September 2014
I had no business with them so I can't refer or comment on them. Change your survey
Chase Construction
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Reviewed in May 2014
This installation worked out very well and seemed a great value.
McGinley & Sons Heating & Air Conditioning
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Reviewed in May 2013
Over the past couple of weeks I cut down two very large hedges in my front yard that were growning out of of control. In the end there were two stumps with short branches maybe three feet across that my neighbor and I figured could be pulled out with his truck. After a lot of digging and...
Gate City Tree Service LLC
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Reviewed in May 2011
I was introduced to Chris Pinkam by an energy auditing firm. Chris came and did the initial survey of the proposed installation site and reviewed with me what to expect and gave me an overview of the system. From beginning to end Chris and his assistant were on the job. There careful...
Chris Pinkham
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Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

Several government-backed lending programs can help first-time home buyers purchase a home with little money down. FHA, USDA, and VA loans are options for qualifying borrowers, though many conventional mortgage lenders will lower down payment rates to as low as 3 percent.

A land survey provides precise property boundaries, reveals legal encroachments, and identifies rights-of-way, minimizing disputes. Understanding the exact dimensions and features of the property aids in informed decision-making and safeguards the buyer's investment.

A land survey can take anywhere from a few hours to a month or more, depending on the size of the property, the type of survey, the property’s accessibility and topography, and the availability of historical property records. A simple boundary survey to determine a fence line can be completed in a day while surveying 50 acres of undeveloped woodlands may take weeks or longer.

If you can’t find any records online, you’ll need to contact your county clerk’s office to do further research. They should have property records on file, or can at least point you in the right direction of who to contact. You can also speak with your neighbors about when their houses were built because they were likely built around the same time.

When considering the price of drilling a well, factor in how much you’ll save in water costs per year. The average family of four uses 100 gallons of water per person per day in the U.S. With a private water well, you can save hundreds each year.

Wells are also environmentally friendly. You don’t need to worry about drinking water treated with chemicals. Talk to at least three well pump contractors in your area. They’ll be able to tell you more about your options, give you different quotes, and discuss the biggest concerns.

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