Secure Water First, Buy Land Second – Guest Blog on Know Your H2O

Well Water Finders featured on the KnowYourH2O Water Blog: “Secure the Water First, Buy the Land Second,” highlighting why groundwater access should be a top priority when buying rural property.

Why Groundwater Matters in Land Purchases

We’re honored to be featured on the KnowYourH2O Water Blog, a trusted resource for water testing, education, and protection. In our guest article, Secure the Water First, Buy the Land Second, we explore why groundwater access should be a top consideration for anyone buying rural property.

Reliable internet may top many buyers’ lists, but without water, a dream property may quickly become unlivable, or too expensive to develop. In Texas, many rural wells are drilled between 200 and 600 feet deep, though depths vary widely by region. With drilling costs typically running $20–$60 per foot, a new well often costs tens of thousands of dollars and if the driller hits a dry hole, you still pay for the attempt.

How Groundwater Location Services Save Money

This is where Well Water Finders makes a difference. By surveying land before drilling, we help buyers and drillers avoid costly “dry holes.” Our reports include:

• Estimated depth to groundwater

• Potential volume of water

• Geo-location data for drilling

Drillers use this data to focus their efforts where groundwater is most likely, reducing the number of attempts and saving landowners thousands of dollars.

Real-World Example

“By calling us first, we’ve helped numerous customers save money by preventing costly dry holes.”
— Teisha Vandekop of Well Water Finders for KnowYourH2O

In one case, we helped a prospective buyer evaluate a 10-acre property for a potential business. Our survey revealed that the groundwater was available only at 900 feet, with just enough volume to support a single household, not a commercial venture. With that knowledge, she was able to make an informed decision before investing in land that couldn’t support her plans.

The Bottom Line

Water access is just as critical as utilities like electricity and internet when purchasing rural property. Partnering with groundwater location experts like Well Water Finders ensures you make decisions based on data, not guesswork.

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At Well Water Finders, we’re proud to advance innovation in groundwater detection technology, helping landowners, developers, and communities make smarter, more sustainable water decisions.