Well inspection and water testing

Know exactly what your well is, before you sign

Buying or selling a Hill Country property with a well? We inspect the system, measure the real output, and test the water, so there are no surprises at closing.

A house inspection does not cover the well. That is a problem, because on a rural Hill Country property the well is the water supply, and a tired pump, a low-producing well, or unsafe water can turn into a very expensive surprise the day after you close. A dedicated well inspection removes that unknown.

We have drilled and serviced wells across this region since 1985, so we know what a healthy Hill Country well looks like and what the warning signs are. You get a clear, written picture of the system's condition, the well's real output, and the water quality, in plain language you can act on.

What we check

Pump performance and pressure is the pump healthy and correctly sized?
Well output and recovery a flow test that shows what the well actually produces.
Wellhead and casing condition, sealing, and signs of contamination risk.
Pressure tank and controls tank health, switches, and electrical.
Water-quality lab testing bacteria, nitrates, and Hill Country minerals.
A clear written report condition, output, and water quality, all in one place.

Already own the home? The same inspection is the heart of our maintenance and inspection service, and pairs with our guide to well water testing.

Who this is for

Home buyers know the well before it is yours.
Home sellers a clean report helps the deal close.
Real estate agents a reliable local partner for well-property deals.
Current owners peace of mind on water safety and output.

Schedule an inspection Call (830) 816-3232

TR Drilling crew testing a water well system during an inspection

For real estate agents

A well partner you can hand your clients

If you list or sell rural property in the Hill Country, the well is the question your buyers worry about most. We are a licensed local company that has been doing this since 1985, and we turn inspections around quickly with a clear report you and your clients can rely on. Refer us once and you will see why agents keep our number.

Fast turnaround we work with your closing timeline.
Clear written reports no jargon, just what the buyer needs to know.
Honest findings we are not trying to sell a well that does not need work.

Read our guide to buying a home with a well

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a well inspection when buying a home with a well?

It is strongly recommended. A standard home inspection does not evaluate the well, pump, or water quality. A dedicated well inspection tells you the condition of the system, how much water the well actually produces, and whether the water is safe to drink, before you are responsible for it. It is small money next to the cost of a surprise pump or well failure after closing.

What does a well inspection include?

We inspect the full system: the pump performance and pressure, the wellhead and casing, the pressure tank, and the visible plumbing and electrical. We measure flow and recovery so you know the well's real output, and we collect a water sample for lab testing. You get a clear written report on the well's condition and water quality.

What does well water testing check for?

A standard real-estate water test typically covers bacteria (total coliform and E. coli), nitrates, and basic water chemistry. We can also test for the things that are common in Hill Country groundwater, such as hardness, iron, and sulfur. The lab results tell you whether the water is safe and what treatment, if any, makes sense.

How long does a well inspection take, and when do I get results?

The on-site inspection and flow test usually take a couple of hours. The system and output findings are available right away in our report; the lab water-quality results take a few business days to come back depending on the panel.

I am selling my property. Should I get the well inspected first?

Yes. A clean inspection report is a selling point that removes a buyer's biggest unknown and helps the deal close smoothly. If there is an issue, you would rather find it and address it on your terms than have it surface during the buyer's inspection and stall the sale.

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