If you are searching for well drilling and pump repair in Visalia, CA, you probably have one of three problems: the water stopped, the pump or pressure is acting up, or you are planning a new well and want to know what it costs and who to call. This site is a simple starting point. Describe the job once, and independent well drillers and pump contractors who work in Visalia and the rest of Tulare County can contact you to look at the system and quote the work.
Well went dry? What to do now
If the water stopped, work through this list before you spend money. It takes about an hour.
- Shut the pump off if the taps are only spitting air. A submersible pump that runs without water can overheat and burn out, which turns a water problem into a pump bill too. Switch off the breaker for the well pump until you know more.
- Rule out the cheap causes. Check the breaker, the pressure switch, and the pressure gauge on the tank. No power, a tripped breaker, a failed pressure switch, or a waterlogged tank can all stop water at the house. See our pump troubleshooting and cost guide.
- Line up drinking water today. Buy bottled water for drinking and cooking. Do not drink from a well that has gone cloudy or sandy until it has been tested.
- Report it and ask about help. The state Department of Water Resources runs a Dry Well Reporting System where households on private wells can report a shortage, and some local programs have provided emergency water and tanks. A report is not an application for aid, so read our dry well help guide for what exists and how to ask.
- Request quotes. A well contractor can measure the water level, test the pump, and tell you whether the fix is a lowered pump, a deeper well, or a new well. Use the form on this page and say “well went dry” and how urgent it is.
We cannot guarantee how fast any company responds, and a request through this site is not an emergency service. If your household has no drinking water and cannot get any, ask neighbors, local community organizations, or county services for emergency water while you wait.
What we do (and what we do not)
Visalia Well Drilling is an independent referral service. We do not drill wells, repair pumps, or hold a contractor license. We connect property owners with local companies and publish plain-English guides so you go into those conversations informed.
- Free for you. You never pay us. Companies may pay for introductions to people who asked for quotes.
- No obligation. You decide whether to talk to anyone and whom to hire.
- Companies are independent. Each is responsible for its own license, quote, warranty, and workmanship. We do not endorse any specific company. Our guide to choosing a well driller shows how to check a license and what to put in the contract.
Read more on the about page, including how we make money.
How it works
- Describe the job. Use the form: nearest town, current well depth if you know it, what is happening, household size, and how urgent it is. Rough answers are fine.
- We share it with relevant providers. With your consent, your request goes to independent local providers that fit what you described. Some may be companies we work with directly, and some may be lead partners or networks that route the request to a local company. Our privacy policy explains this.
- You compare. A company may reach out to schedule a visit. Ask for a written quote that spells out depth, casing, pump, and what is excluded. Then compare.
What kind of work do these companies do?
- New domestic wells for homes, small farms, and ranchettes outside city water service. See what a new well costs in Tulare County.
- Pump repair and replacement, including submersible pumps, pressure switches, pressure tanks, and control boxes. See the pump repair cost guide.
- Deepening or replacing a well that has lost water as groundwater levels fell. See dry well help.
Some companies do all of this, and others only drill or only service pumps. Tell us which you need so the request goes to the right people.
Why wells go dry in the San Joaquin Valley
A well can run short of water for several reasons. Groundwater levels in parts of the southern San Joaquin Valley have dropped in dry years, which can leave shallower wells above the water. Other causes are a pump set too high in the well, a clogged screen, or a failing casing. The state has documented this in its dry well reports, and USGS has noted that domestic wells in the Tulare, Kaweah, and Tule basin area are typically drilled to roughly 150 to 500 feet. Conditions vary from one property to the next, so treat this as background and not a diagnosis of your well.
Areas we cover
We focus on Visalia and the surrounding communities of Tulare County, including Tulare, Exeter, Farmersville, Woodlake, Lindsay, Porterville, Dinuba, Ivanhoe, and Goshen, plus rural properties across the county. If you are just outside this list, submit a request and tell us where the property is. See the areas page for more.
Guides to read before you request quotes
- How much does a well cost in Tulare County? Planning ranges for drilling, casing, pump, permits, and an example budget.
- Well pump repair and replacement cost. Troubleshooting, pressure tanks, and typical prices.
- Dry well help in Tulare County. What to do, who to report to, and assistance that has existed.
- How to choose a well driller. C-57 license, permits, contracts, and red flags.
- Pozos de agua en Visalia. Esta guía está en español.
Frequently asked questions
Do you drill wells or repair pumps?
No. Visalia Well Drilling is an independent referral service. We pass your details to local well drillers and pump contractors that may be a fit. They assess the job, give you a quote, and do any work.
Does it cost anything to request quotes?
No. The service is free for homeowners and small farms. Companies may pay us for introductions, which is how the site is funded. You are never obligated to hire anyone.
Is my well dry, or is it the pump?
They look alike from the kitchen sink. A pump, pressure switch, pressure tank, or power problem can cut off water even when the well still has plenty. A well contractor can measure the water level and test the pump to tell the difference. Our pump repair guide lists what to check first.
Is there help paying for a dry well?
Some assistance has existed for households whose private wells went dry, including emergency water and tanks, but programs change and depend on where your property is. Our dry well guide explains how to report a dry well to the state and where to ask about current programs.
Do you serve Spanish speakers?
Yes. We have a Spanish-language page, Pozos de agua en Visalia. The request form is still in English for now; you can write your details in Spanish in the message box.