Well Drilling Contractor Serving Gettysburg, PA

Property owners, farmers, and commercial operators throughout Gettysburg and Adams County, PA have counted on William W. Reichart, Inc. for water well drilling and groundwater services since 1890. Hanover-based and family-owned through seven generations, Reichart provides well drilling, pump installation, water treatment, and well repair throughout south-central Pennsylvania. To speak with the team about your project, call 717-632-2249 or visit the contact page to get started.


Water Well Drilling Services for Gettysburg, PA


Reichart delivers complete groundwater services to residential, agricultural, commercial, and government properties throughout Adams County. Whether you need a new supply well or a failing pump replaced, the team has the equipment and certifications to handle the work correctly. Services include:


  • New residential water well drilling and construction.
  • Agricultural and irrigation well drilling.
  • Commercial, industrial, and municipal well drilling.
  • Well pump installation and replacement.
  • Well repair and rehabilitation, including borehole cleaning.
  • Downhole video camera well inspections.
  • Water treatment and conditioning system installation.
  • Well yield testing and hydraulic analysis.


A licensed professional engineer and a licensed professional hydrogeologist are involved in every project Reichart performs in the Gettysburg area.


What to Expect From the Well Drilling Process in Gettysburg


Drilling a new well in Adams County follows a clear, step-by-step process from first call to a fully operating system.


  1. Contact Reichart by phone or through the contact page to review your property and project needs.
  2. A certified driller evaluates your site and selects the optimal drilling location based on local Adams County geology.
  3. Drilling and casing installation are completed using modern rotary and percussion equipment matched to your formation.
  4. A pump and pressure system is installed and sized to your property's flow and pressure requirements.
  5. Final yield testing and water sampling confirm the system is producing clean, reliable output before the project closes.

Why Gettysburg Residents and Farms Trust Reichart


Reichart drills more than 700 wells each year across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. That volume means the crew handling your Adams County project brings direct experience with the region's varied formations, including limestone aquifers and fractured rock common throughout the Gettysburg area. The company's leadership team holds civil engineering credentials in water resources, and all crew members have completed OSHA 40-hour hazardous materials safety training.


For pump and repair work, Reichart stocks a complete line of well pumps, tanks, and controls covering systems from fractional-horsepower residential units to 200-horsepower industrial configurations. For water treatment, the company's licensed hydrogeologist identifies and addresses water quality challenges specific to this area, including iron, hardness, and bacteria. Find full details on the products and services page.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How deep are wells typically drilled near Gettysburg, PA?

    Depth in Adams County varies based on local geology and your property's aquifer conditions. Reichart's licensed professional hydrogeologist evaluates each site before drilling begins to determine the appropriate target depth and confirm the aquifer can meet your flow requirements. This pre-drill assessment reduces the risk of low-yield results and avoids unnecessary re-drilling.

  • Can Reichart handle both new well drilling and repairs on an existing well near Gettysburg?

    Yes. Reichart provides new water well drilling and full well repair and rehabilitation throughout the Gettysburg area. If an existing well is underperforming, the team can perform a downhole video inspection to identify the problem before recommending the right course of action, whether that means rehabilitation, repair, or a new installation.

  • Does Reichart install water treatment systems in the Gettysburg area?

    Yes. Reichart's licensed professional hydrogeologist has direct experience with the water quality challenges common to Adams County, including bacteria, iron, hardness, and nitrates. The team samples your water, analyzes the supply system, and engineers a treatment setup sized for your property rather than applying a one-size-fits-all product.

Get in Touch With Reichart Today

William W. Reichart, Inc. is ready to help Gettysburg, PA property owners access clean, reliable groundwater. Call 717-632-2249 or contact us to schedule a site assessment. Combining more than 130 years of regional expertise with modern drilling methods, Reichart is the well drilling contractor Adams County residents and businesses have trusted for generations.