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Understanding Water Wells In Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, MA. This article is geared towards understanding Salisbury 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 Salisbury, MA.

 

 

 

  • Permit Info:  Well construction permit fee: $75.00
  • Well Location : A plot plan created by an engineer or surveyor
  • Water Quality testing: Extensive Plus Radon
  • Water Quantity testing: 4 Hour pump test, proving well is sufficient.
  • Real Estate Transfer Requirements: Salisbury, MA requires that the owner of the property must test all water sources for the property no more than a year ahead of selling, and a report must be sent to the BOH within 30 days of selling for approval.

 

 

 

Wells on average in the Town of Salisbury 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 Salisbury, MA water Well Regulations you can refer to their website @ http://www.salisburyma.gov/depts/HD_RulesRegs.pdf

 

 

 

Written By: Sarah Thibaudeau. Assistant to Operations Manager

 

 

 

 

 

Comments (1)

Captain Wayne - Rowlett Real Estate School
Rowlett Real Estate School - Panama City, FL
Rowlett Real Estate School / Owner and Instructor

Good Morning Ashley,
  This is some good information to consider for people wanting to install a well in any area.  Thank you for the  post!

Apr 01, 2012 11:06 PM