GroundRosterLicensed Water Well Contractors in New York
New York lists 367 licensed well drillers and pump installers. They are based in 56 counties and 273 cities. 165 license classes appear, covering roles such as pump installation, cleaning / disinfection and drilling / construction.
Checked against New York State DEC - Water Well Contractor Registry and NJDEP DataMiner - Well Drilling Companies. Roster copy last refreshed 2026-08-17.
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Water well contractors drill and case new wells, install and service pumps and pressure tanks, and plug wells taken out of service. Well drilling cost is driven mostly by depth and geology. Most states license drilling and pump installation separately; confirm the license covers the work you need.
Counties with the most listings based there
Browse New York by county
Each listing sits under the county of the address on its license record, which can be a mailing address. 56 counties have listings based there.
Cities with the most listings based there
Well Drillers by city in New York
Well Pump Installers by city in New York
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Hiring a water well contractor in New York
Before you sign anything: confirm the license on this page is still active with the agency that issued it, ask for proof of insurance, and get at least three written quotes; pricing on this work varies widely by site conditions.
How do I check a water well contractor's license in New York?
Use the license search to find the listing by name, business name, or license number, then confirm it with the agency that issued the license. Every listing links to the roster it came from.
What does well drilling, well pump repair, or other water-well work cost in New York?
Our cost guides give national ranges for well drilling, well pump repair and replacement, pressure tank service, and well plugging. Site conditions, access, and local demand set the real number, so get at least three written quotes from licensed water well contractors in New York.
Is a permit required?
Usually, for a new system or well and for most repairs, and the rules are set by the state or the county. Our New York permit guide covers who issues them and what they cover.
Permits and New York agency resources
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Where this New York data comes from
- New York State DEC - Water Well Contractor Registry · source page
- NJDEP DataMiner - Well Drilling Companies · source page