What is a well cap?
A well cap is an approved manufactured cover of cast steel, aluminum, or PVC. It is fastened on to the well casing with bolts and a rubber compression “O” ring and gasket. Both are incorporated to make a water tight and vermin proof seal. Well caps are also vented with a brass or stainless mesh. A female threaded port is used to tie in and insert electrical cable. Well caps must be State approved. Back to top Am I allowed to work on my own well? Of course you are. You must comply with all the statutes and construction codes designated by your State. Can a friend install my pump? No! Only a State certified, registered, and licensed contractor is allowed to drill wells or install pumps. What about a plumber? Plumbing, Well drilling, and pump installation are three entirely different trades. Many plumbers pose that their credentials are qualified in pump installation.
A well cap is an approved manufactured cover of cast steel, aluminum, or PVC. It is fastened on to the well casing with bolts and a rubber compression “O” ring and gasket. Both are incorporated to make a water tight and vermin proof seal. Well caps are also vented with a brass or stainless mesh. A female threaded port is used to tie in and insert electrical cable. Well caps must be State approved. Back to top Am I allowed to work on my own well? Of course you are. You must comply with all the statutes and construction codes designated by your State. Can a friend install my pump? No! Only a State certified, registered, and licensed contractor is allowed to drill wells or install pumps. What about a plumber? Plumbing, Well drilling, and pump installation are three entirely different trades. Many plumbers pose that their credentials are qualified in pump installation. Only plumbers having attended certified continuing education classes and those that have requested to be identified and re
