Texas Southern Drilling

05/22/2026

A lot of people ask the wrong first question when planning a water well project:

“Can I finance it?”

Fair question. But it is not the first one.

The better question is: What does the property actually need? A small rural home, a ranch with livestock, a future homesite, or a property with an old weak pump system do not all need the same setup. The blog makes the point clearly: financing only makes sense when the project itself makes sense first.

It also breaks down the practical stuff people should think through before talking payments: what the system needs to support, whether it is a new well or an upgrade, site access, current well problems, water demand, and basic property details that help shape the real project.

Because the expensive move is not just overspending.
It is financing the wrong setup for the property.

Read the full blog here: https://www.texassoutherndrilling.com/post/water-well-financing-questions

05/21/2026

Completed a residential water well in Seagoville, TX. This project included 2 hours of jetting, a static water level of 60 feet, and 40 GPM production.

We set a 16S15-14 pump at 140 feet with #12 wire, installed an 85G tank, and installed and programmed an Iron Breaker.

The pump ran for 1 hour with an approximate pumping level of 83 feet before the job was closed out.

A setup like this is about more than getting water flowing.

It is about making sure the system is built to perform the way it should and fitted to the property’s actual needs.

Call 832-551-1374 to schedule your FREE New Well Estimate.

05/19/2026

Summer demand can push a system harder than normal, and that is where pump efficiency starts to matter even more.

If your setup is already under stress, heavy use can make weak points show up faster. The goal is not just having water.

The goal is having a system that works efficiently and does not create preventable problems once usage climbs.

Call 832-551-1374 to schedule your FREE Well Inspection Estimate.

05/17/2026

Planning ranch water for livestock?

Do not start with the well. Start with the animals, the land, and how the property will actually be used.

This blog breaks down why pump capacity, storage, trough placement, water distribution, and future herd growth all matter if you want a setup that actually works.

Read the full blog here: https://www.texassoutherndrilling.com/post/ranch-water-well-planning-livestock

05/16/2026

When water demand goes up, having the right setup matters.

Storage tanks can help reduce stress on the system, support more consistent use, and give property owners a better buffer during high-demand periods.

Not every property needs the same setup, which is exactly why planning matters before summer gets aggressive.

Call 832-551-1374 to schedule your FREE Well Inspection Estimate.

05/15/2026

Buying rural land in Austin County?

Do not get distracted by the price, the view, or the acreage and forget the question that can wreck the whole plan:

How is this property actually getting water?

If there is no city water, you need to know whether a private well may be needed, whether nearby properties use wells, whether the land has enough room for drilling access, and whether an existing well actually works or just happens to be there.

The blog also points out that buyers should ask about water quality, pump setup, repair history, and any past pressure or water issues before moving forward.

That matters because water access changes the real cost of rural land. A property may still need a new well, pump system, pressure tank, treatment equipment, or upgrades before it is truly ready for the way you plan to use it.

The smart move is simple: ask better questions before you get emotionally attached to the land.

Read the full blog here: https://www.texassoutherndrilling.com/post/buying-rural-land-in-austin-county-water-access-questions-to-ask-first

05/14/2026

Completed a residential water well in Sealy, TX built to support two homes, each with two baths, kitchen, and laundry, plus a barn with livestock tanks.

This setup was planned for real property demand, not guesswork. The well is producing an estimated 40–50 GPM, giving the property the kind of water support it needs for both household use and livestock.

Before a setup gets locked in, details matter.

Demand matters.

And making sure the system matches the property is exactly how you avoid problems later.

Call 832-551-1374 to schedule your FREE New Well Estimate.

05/12/2026

A lot of people do not think about pressure until showers get weak, hoses underperform, or the system starts acting off.

That is backwards. A pressure check before summer helps catch issues early and gives you a better shot at avoiding peak-season headaches.

Heavy water use will expose problems faster, so now is the time to stay ahead of it.

Call 832-551-1374 to schedule your FREE Well Inspection Estimate.

05/10/2026

Weak water pressure from a private well is not something to ignore.

It can be caused by pressure tank problems, pump issues, clogged filters, pipe restrictions, or a system that is struggling to keep up with demand. This blog breaks down the common causes and what property owners should watch for.

Read the full blog 👉 https://www.texassoutherndrilling.com/post/weak-water-pressure-from-a-private-well-common-causes

05/09/2026

Pressure problems usually feel a lot worse once summer demand kicks up.

More water use around the property can expose weak spots in your system fast.

If pressure has been inconsistent, now is the time to deal with it before heavy usage makes it more annoying and more expensive to fix.

Call 832-551-1374 to schedule your FREE Well Inspection Estimate.

05/08/2026

A lot of people ask for a water well estimate with one question:

“How much does it cost?”

Problem is, that question alone is too shallow.

A useful estimate depends on the property location, intended water use, site access, timeline, and whether there is already a well or water system in place. Without that, the conversation is mostly guessing.

Read the full blog here:

Before requesting a water well estimate in Texas, property owners should prepare details like location, water use, timeline, access, and whether an existing well is already on the property. This helps Texas Southern Drilling understand the project better and recommend the right next step before mone...