SC's Most Trusted Well Company Since 1960
Clean, Reliable Well Water. Often Operational in 1 Week.
The only SC well company with a 5-year warranty and 66 years of knowing what's underground. No subcontractors. No surprises.
★★★★★ "We originally had Austin Drilling do our well and pump and recently called them back to service and replace our pump. Excellent service both times." — Verified Google Review
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Why Austin Drilling
Your Water Is Too Important to Trust to Just Anybody.
For 66 years we've staked our reputation on one thing: getting your water right the first time. Every crew member is a full-time Austin Drilling employee — never a subcontractor. Every job backed by a 5-year warranty.
- SC Licensed & Fully Insured — every job
- SCGWA & NGWA certified professionals
- Free water analysis with every service call
- Emergency response — we pick up 24/7
- Financing available — no job too big
Why Families Trust Us
Three Reasons We've Earned 13,000+ Wells
66 Years. 4 Generations.
Founded in 1960 by brothers A.D. and J.D. Austin, now led by their fourth-generation family. We've drilled wells for grandparents, parents, and their children across South Carolina.
100% In-House. Zero Subcontractors.
Every person on your property is a full-time, trained Austin Drilling employee. No day-labor. No handoffs. The team you meet is the team that works on your well — start to finish.
5-Year Warranty. Year 1 Service Guarantee.
We back every job with SC's strongest warranty: 5 years on the well system plus a full first-year service guarantee. If anything needs attention in year one, we're back at no charge.
What We Do
Full-Service Well & Water Solutions
From drilling a brand-new well to repairing your existing system — and everything in between.
Well Drilling
New residential and commercial well installation. We assess your land, pull permits, drill to the right aquifer, and have you operational — often in under a week.
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Well Repair
Pump not working? Low pressure? Strange taste or smell? Our diagnostic team pinpoints the problem fast and fixes it right the first time.
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Pump Services
Installation, replacement, and repair of submersible pumps and pressure systems. We carry all major brands and service any system.
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Water Treatment
From iron filtration to whole-home softeners and UV purification — we test your water and recommend the right treatment for your family.
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Irrigation Wells
Dedicated irrigation wells for residential lawns and commercial properties. Eliminate irrigation costs from your water bill permanently.
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Septic Services
Septic pumping, inspection, and installation. Licensed, insured, and experienced with all SC county requirements.
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The Process
From First Call to Clean Water — Three Simple Steps
Call Us — We Pick Up
Reach a real person 24/7. Describe the problem and we'll schedule your visit. Emergency calls get same-day priority.
We Diagnose & Give You a Straight Answer
Our crew arrives, assesses your well and water system, and gives you a clear explanation of the problem and a firm price — before any work begins.
Your Water Is Right Again
We fix it completely, test the water, and don't leave until you're satisfied. Backed by our 5-year warranty.
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Emergency Help Available
Having Well or Water Problems?
No water coming out of your taps? Low pressure? Strange smell or taste? These are signs your well or pump needs attention — and we fix them fast.
What Customers Say
4.68 Stars on Google — Here's Why
"We originally had Austin Drilling do our well and pump and recently called them back to service and replace our pump. Excellent service both times. I won't use anyone else."— Verified Customer, West Columbia, SC
"Called at 7am when we had no water — they were at my house by 9am. Had water running again by noon. Pricing was fair and the crew was professional and clean."— Satisfied Homeowner, Lexington, SC
"Austin Drilling drilled our well 22 years ago. Still going strong. When our pressure tank needed replacing they came out the same week, fair price, great work."— Long-Term Customer, Newberry, SC
Where We Work
Proudly Serving Central South Carolina
With offices in West Columbia, Newberry, and Prosperity, we cover the entire Midlands region and beyond.
Not sure if we cover your area? Give us a call — we probably do.
