John's Well Drilling, Inc.

water softener installer, well

About us

John's Well Drilling, Inc., has been in business for over 43 years and services Kent county and surrounding areas. We look forward to helping you with all your well drilling needs. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Please call today for your free estimate.

Business highlights

53 years of trusted experience

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes

Reviews

4.734 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
85%
4
12%
3
0%
2
3%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.5
responsiveness
4.7
Showing 1-25 of 34 reviews

Karl T.
01/2025
5.0
y water was down t drip. I canned for service at 7:30 am they answered and were very friendly and made sure they understood my situation. The service team arrived by 10:30 am that was amazing. They assessed the issues and as i expected it was my well pump. The gave me a price within minutes and much to my surprise didn't have to go get a pump but had one on the truck. After replacing it it was found that the water blatter was not working. had on of them on the truck also. The entire team was very nice and answered all my curious questions. Outstanding service! Thanks
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
$3,400

Thomas S.
01/2024
5.0
Quick, professional,clean.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,950

Carol s.
01/2024
5.0
The day I called John's he came right out with his crew to see what needed to be done. Early the next morning they came out and had my well up and running within a few hours. Honest and professional!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

randy j.
04/2022
5.0
Called on a Saturday morning at 0845 and told them I had no water. Very understanding , They showed up approx. 1115am and installed a new pump in a couple of hours. Answered any questions I had. Easy to work with. Thanks Again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,725

Norman J.
02/2022
5.0
Fast and professional

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Terry L.
02/2021
4.0
Drew, our service technician was quick to assess the problem. Gave good advice on how to proceed the best and most inexpensive for us.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
responsiveness
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

s d.
11/2020
4.5
I called about a new pump, after talking to the staff, they didn't think I needed a new one. Very honest and reassuring about coming if I needed them. Better than Smyrna well, it has been 6 weeks, still waiting for Wes to come!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.5
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Stefoni H.
12/2019
4.5
NA

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
3.5
responsiveness
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Stacie S.
11/2019
5.0
I called in am on thanksgiving with no water csr on phone was very nice and asked me question bout what was happening ((she seemed concerned bout my problem )) and she told me she round up a crew and they be out within 2hrs. They showed up found problem fixed and also re checked my equipment under house that was attached to my well. And made sure before they left we were ok and had the pressure we should have. I recommend johns well drilling to all. Great people and company. U wonà ¢à  à  t be disappointed. Thanks guys.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Linda P.
09/2019
5.0
The guys who came out were great. The bill was actually less than I had expected. There was a little miscommunication as to when they were coming out when I called and talked to the office, other than that my overall experience with them was great. If I have any other issues in the future with my well I will definitely be using them again.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
4.5

Yes, I recommend this pro

Charles C.
03/2019
5.0
Great company. They were very knowledgeable, and quick. I also liked the materials in which they used which was a very high grade material. They also were very clean. I was super satisfied with this company. highly recommended

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Shelia C.
09/2017
5.0
From the first phone to the finished job I cannot say enough about them. They went above and beyond to get this done. I woke up one morning to my original pump running and then burning up. They were out with in 1/2 hour from my call. It was not an easy job for them what so ever but the way they tackled each challenge was amazing! CALL THEM no one else! They are nothing short of amazing!!!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Walter A.
07/2017
5.0
i would recommend this company as a 5.0 . they were first class, professional , quality of work in every respect when they replaced our well pump and troubleshooting our problems. the cost was very reasonable considering they had to take out solid piping to the well pump. a first class company. i am 85 years old and was astonished as how well they traded me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Robert K.
07/2017
4.5
Didn't receive an invoice identifying well tank package ie Who made equipment, serial number etc Installers were professional prompt and courteous .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Marcia C.
05/2017
5.0
They explained why I did not need a new well and why mine was just fine and I appreciate their honesty. And they were right!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

ronald p.
03/2017
2.0
$925 for well pressure tank replacement was extremely high. A $350-400 WR-120 tank and $250-300 for a 30-45 minute job I would consider a fair price. They also did not even remove the old tank. Will never call them again. I'd rather take my chances with the Yellow pages.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
0.5
responsiveness
4.0


Neasha M.
01/2017
5.0
Prompt service. Advised me of the best way to save money. Payment process was simple. I was very pleased.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Hugh P.
01/2017
4.5
The gentlemen were very professional and performed the job in a very timely manner.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.5
responsiveness
4.5

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kirsten S.
06/2016
5.0
Needed new well and submersible pump to tie in to my existing plumbing. John and his crew came a day earlier than expected and finished the drilling that day. A couple of days later, his crew came to finish the installation. Great company and super crew. Very knowledgable and up to date on new innovations. Most of all friendly, reliable and reasonably priced. Would recommend them to anyone!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

shawn g.
06/2016
5.0
John was excellent to work with. He actually came and tried to prime my pump the first day at no charge. He did an emergency well and ran into many problems with my property and the weather.Jjob well done and reasonably priced. Very happy.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Frances C.
03/2016
5.0
Prompt service, were professional and very nice people to work with!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Don G.
02/2016
5.0
Drew was very knowledgeable and me having a problem with priming the well pump that my original plumber did not know or think of, he backwashed the system by having a hose from the neighbor turn water on and hooking it between the water tank and jet pump to pump up pressure to the tank and once that was done, the water backwashed into the well (I think) and HURRAY, I had water.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mary W.
02/2016
4.5
fast,efficient service; they were here with an hour and did a great job. reasonably priced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
4.5

Yes, I recommend this pro

Gary H.
07/2011
N/A
Reasonable price, good service , excellent Co. to deal with.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
responsiveness
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
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Contact information

2317 Seven Hickories Road, Dover, DE 19904


Service hours

Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
Closed
Friday:
Closed
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed

Licensing

Licensed*

Trade License Number
201
Trade License Locale
DE
Trade License Expiration
12/31/2025
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

water softener installer,
well

FAQ

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: Closed

Friday: Closed

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

Yes, John's Well Drilling, Inc. offers free project estimates.
No, John's Well Drilling, Inc. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, John's Well Drilling, Inc. does not offer a senior discount.
No, John's Well Drilling, Inc. does not offer emergency services.
No, John's Well Drilling, Inc. does not offer warranties.

Contact information

2317 Seven Hickories Road, Dover, DE 19904


Service hours

Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
Closed
Friday:
Closed
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed