About

Cole Bros Well Drilling

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Cole Bros Well Drilling A legacy of dependable wells since 1940

For more than 80 years, Cole Bros Well Drilling has served customers throughout a 50-mile radius in Oceana County and neighboring areas — delivering dependable well and water system services backed by experience and integrity.. Founded in 1940, our company began as a family-run operation and has grown while maintaining the same values: technical excellence, integrity, and local commitment. Today we combine modern equipment and training with decades of local experience to deliver well solutions that work for homeowners, farmers, commercial properties, and municipalities.

Core values that guide every job

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Safety first

Protecting crew, customer property, and groundwater.

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Honesty & transparency

Clear estimates, documented testing, and straightforward recommendations.

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Local knowledge

Deep familiarity with regional geology and municipal codes.

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Quality materials

Use of best-practice casings, grouts, pumps, and electrical controls.

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Responsiveness

Timely diagnostics, scheduled maintenance, and emergency service availability.

What we do complete well and pump service capability

Cole Bros is a full-service well contractor. Our team performs every phase of well ownership, from initial site evaluation and drilling to pump installation, system maintenance and emergency repairs. Our services include:

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Water well drilling

borehole drilling, deep well drilling, well casing installation, sanitary sealing, yield testing.
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Well repair & replacement

well rehabilitation, casing repairs, deepening wells, well abandonment.
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Pump repair & replacement

submersible and jet pump services, pump replacement, pressure tank service, pump diagnostics.
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Water Treatment Services

vertical borehole drilling, loop installation, grouting for thermal exchange.
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Emergency services

24/7 response for pump failures, low pressure, and contamination events.
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Our team and expertise

Our crews include experienced drillers, licensed pump technicians, and field supervisors trained in best practices for well construction and service. We maintain equipment and vehicles for safe, efficient drilling and pump work and ensure our personnel receive ongoing training in safety, codes, and emerging technologies such as VFDs and energy-efficient pump options.

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Consultation and site review

We discuss your needs, past well history, and any known site constraints.

Permitting and preparation

We handle required permits and arrange for safe site access, staging, and erosion protection.

Drilling & installation

Professional drilling, casing installation, sanitary sealing, and gravel packing when needed.

Testing & commissioning

Flow and drawdown tests, pump selection and installation, water quality sampling.

Documentation & follow-up

We provide written reports, recommendations, and maintenance plans.

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Why customers choose Cole Bros

  • Unmatched local reputation began in 1940.
  • Full-service capability — one contractor, start-to-finish.
  • Skilled technicians who work safely and keep sites tidy.
  • Honest assessments and realistic timelines.
  • Fast emergency response and reliable maintenance plans.

Common problems we solve

  • Wells that produce less water in summer.
  • Pump failures causing low pressure or no water.
  • Contaminated water requiring treatment or deeper wells.
  • Casing corrosion or cracked wellheads.
  • The need for new wells for development or agricultural expansion.

Our commitment to the community

Cole Bros is proud to be a local Pentwater business. We support regional water stewardship, participate in local business associations, and prioritize hiring from within the community. Our long history is built on repeat customers and referrals — a testament to the relationships we've cultivated through reliable service.