66 Years. 13,000+ Wells. We Know What's Under Your Property.
South Carolina's Most Trusted Well Drilling & Repair Company
4th generation family business. 100% in-house crews. No subcontractors, no excuses.
★★★★★ "We originally had Austin Drilling do our well. They did a great job in installation and helping us understand operation." — Verified Google Review
Why It Matters Who Drills Your Well
Your Water Is Too Important to Trust to Just Anybody.
A well isn't just a hole in the ground. It's your family's water supply for the next 30–50 years. The wrong driller uses the wrong approach. The wrong pump fails in three years. The cheapest quote ends up costing the most.
South Carolina's geology changes dramatically from region to region. Lowcountry sand. Midlands clay. Upstate granite. Each one demands different equipment, different techniques, and hard-won experience.
We've been drilling through all of it since 1960 — and we perform all of our own drilling. Never subcontract this core service. Looking for well drilling in Columbia SC? Our West Columbia base puts us minutes from Richland County.
66 Years. 4 Generations.
We've been drilling South Carolina wells since 1960 — before most of our competitors were born. From Lowcountry sand to Upstate rock, there isn't a soil type in this state we haven't drilled through.
100% In-House. Zero Subcontractors.
When you hire Austin Drilling, you get Austin Drilling. Our crews, our equipment, our warranty. One company responsible from start to finish. No finger-pointing. No excuses.
5-Year Manufacturer's Warranty (Pump & Tank). Year 1 Service Guarantee.
We don't just drill your well and disappear. Every pump and tank installation comes with a 5-year manufacturer's warranty (pump and tank only) — and if anything goes wrong in year one, we come back and fix it at no charge, excluding acts of nature (e.g., lightning, freezing).
Dual-Licensed: Well & Septic.
One of the few SC contractors licensed for both well drilling and septic installation. One company handles your entire property — no hand-offs, no gaps in responsibility.
Serving the SC Midlands & Upstate
Looking for Well Drilling Near You?
From our West Columbia and Newberry offices we drill and service wells across the Midlands and into the Upstate. Find your town below, or give us a call and we'll tell you exactly when we can be out.
See all service areas → · Planning a new well? Read our guide to well drilling cost in SC.
Everything You Need
One Call Does It All
A call that does it all — both well and septic tank installations.
Wells, pumps, filtration, irrigation, septic — we handle every part of your water system so you never have to coordinate multiple contractors.
Well Drilling
New residential and commercial wells drilled right the first time. Custom-engineered for your property.
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Well Repair
Expert diagnosis and repair for any well or pump issue. Low pressure? Strange taste? No water?
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Pump Installation
Submersible and jet pump installs with 5-year manufacturer's warranty (pump and tank only). Every install backed by our service guarantee.
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Water Treatment
Filtration and softening for clean, safe water at every tap. We test first, then solve the actual problem.
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Irrigation Systems
Keep your lawn watered without city water bills. We drill the dedicated irrigation well for your property.
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Septic Installation
Full septic installation handled in-house. We coordinate with county-approved engineers and manage the entire build.
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Limited Offer
Your Free Water Analysis Is Waiting
Most homeowners have no idea what's actually in their well water — and what they don't know can affect their family's health, their appliances, and their pipes.
Drop off or mail us a water sample and we'll test it for minerals and common quality indicators. You get a clear report of what's in your water — no charge, no obligation, no sales pitch. Just an honest assessment from a 4th-generation well company that's been doing this since 1960.
We only offer 10 free analyses per month, so they go fast. Paid professional contaminant testing (state lab) also available.
Limited to 10 per month. Service area applies. No purchase necessary.
Having Well or Water Problems?
Low pressure, bad taste, no water, strange noises — whatever the issue, we've seen it before. Give us a call and let's figure out what's going on.
Simple Process
Getting Your Water Right Is Simple
Give Us a Call or Request Your Free Analysis
Tell us what's going on with your water. We'll ask a few questions and schedule a time to come take a look.
We Diagnose the Problem On-Site
Our crew arrives with everything we need. We identify the issue, explain your options in plain English, and give you a clear price. No surprises.
Your Water Is Right Again
We fix it right the first time. You get clean, reliable water backed by the strongest warranty in South Carolina.
Common Questions
Well Drilling Near Me: Quick Answers
How do I find a good well drilling company near me in SC?
Look for a licensed, insured South Carolina driller that runs its own crews instead of subcontractors, knows your local geology, and backs the work with a real warranty. Austin Drilling has drilled 13,000+ wells across the state since 1960, all with in-house crews and a 5-year manufacturer's warranty on the pump and tank.
Does Austin Drilling serve my area?
We drill and service wells across the SC Midlands and into the Upstate from our West Columbia and Newberry offices. Check our service areas for your town, or just call (803) 926-5402 and we'll tell you right away.
What towns does Austin Drilling cover?
Columbia, West Columbia, Lexington, Newberry, Chester, Clinton, Greenwood, Greenville, Spartanburg and the surrounding counties, plus many smaller communities in between. See the full list on our locations page.
Ready to Stop Worrying About Your Water?
Whether you need a new well, a repair, or just want to know what's in your water — start with a conversation. No pressure. No obligation. Just 66 years of expertise on your side.