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Understanding Water Wells In Holliston, MA

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Home Inspector with Northeast Water Wells Inc NH Lic# 59,60 and MA 762

 

Are you thinking of installing a water well in Holliston, MA. This article is geared towards understanding Holliston, MA Board of Health Regulations. Understanding your town regulations can be instrumental in compiling total project costs when it comes to drilling a water well in Holliston, MA.

 

  • Permit Info: Well Construction fee: $150.00
  • Well Location: A plot plan must be sent in with your permit application and approved by the board of health before well construction begins. There must also be a well-location plan made by an engineer or a land surveyor
  • Water Quality testing: Extensive Plus Radon
  • Water Quantity testing : A 4 hour flow test must be completed by a well driller.  The report must then be submitted and approved by the board of health.
  • Real Estate Transfer Requirements: Holliston MA currently has no requirements for real estate transfers. However we suggest getting a quantity and quality test to ensure you are receiving a clean, safe and usable well.

 

Wells on average in the Town of Holliston MA range from 300-400 in depth however it’s not uncommon for wells to run shallower or deeper hence why it ‘s called the average. The casing depth averages at 40 feet however deeper pockets of rock are possible.

 

If you have further questions in regards to Holliston, MA water Well Regulations you may refer to their town regulations: http://www.townofholliston.us/Well%20Regs.pdf


 

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This article was written by: Sarah Thibaudeau  Assistant to Operations Manager

 

 

 

Comments (2)

Sharon Alters
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty - 904-673-2308 - Fleming Island, FL
Realtor - Homes for Sale Fleming Island FL

Ashley, this is a wonderful post explaning what a consumer needs to know about how to install a water well in Holliston MA.

Sharon

Jan 29, 2012 01:19 PM
Ashley Connolly
Northeast Water Wells Inc - Jaffrey, NH

Thanks Sharon, we are trying to make town regulations easier to understand for clients considering our services. :) Ash

Jan 30, 2012 02:30 AM