Well Drilling Contractor in Brookfield, WI

Herr Well Drilling, Inc. serves Brookfield as a licensed well drilling contractor with more than sixty years of experience in Waukesha County. Water well drilling in Brookfield covers a distinct mix of established residential properties, commercial corridors, and rural fringe parcels that depend on private water systems. Our family-owned company has been managing that mix since 1964 — through every era of this county's growth.


We know what's below Brookfield. That knowledge matters more than most people realize until something goes wrong.

What We Do: Well Drilling Services in Brookfield

Brookfield's well drilling needs are more varied than the city's suburban character might suggest. Many properties sit on municipal water, but a significant portion of the surrounding township and rural areas depend on private wells—and those systems require expert installation and ongoing attention. Our well drilling services here cover new construction, replacement wells, pump service, pressure tank installation, water quality testing, and well abandonment.


We operate as a single-source well drilling company. Site assessment through final documentation — the same licensed crew handles it all. No handoffs. No gaps in the project record.


As water well drilling contractors licensed under Wisconsin DNR requirements, we hold our work to the standards that protect the homeowner and the aquifer alike.

Featured Services

Residential Well Drilling

Residential well drilling in Brookfield and the surrounding township involves careful attention to setback requirements, local zoning, and the specific geology beneath each parcel. Properties closer to developed areas may have additional regulatory considerations. We evaluate all of it upfront and recommend a drilling plan that's realistic for the site.

Commercial Well Drilling

Commercial well drilling in Brookfield serves businesses and institutional properties that need a water supply outside of — or supplementing — municipal service. Process water, irrigation for commercial landscaping, and emergency backup systems all fall within scope. We design commercial wells to operational specifications, not minimum code.

High-Capacity Well Installation

High-capacity well installation in this area serves larger commercial operations, industrial facilities with process water needs, and multi-structure developments. The scope of work is broader — yield testing, pump engineering, and documentation of production capacity are all standard components of these projects.

Deep Well Drilling

Parts of Brookfield's underlying geology require deep well drilling to bypass formations with contamination risk or insufficient yield. Depth decisions require real geological judgment—this is usually where people run into problems when they hire on price alone. We base those decisions on what the drill tells us, informed by decades of working in this specific county.

A man and woman stand beside a green and gold Herr Well Drilling truck with a Star 25K drilling rig.

Why Choose Herr Well Drilling, Inc.

Brookfield residents searching for well drilling near me will find a range of options. What distinguishes Herr Well Drilling, Inc. is straightforward: sixty years of operating history in Waukesha County, a multi-generational family ownership structure, and a track record built one properly drilled well at a time.


We are water well drilling contractors who have never left this market. The company didn't grow through acquisition or franchise expansion. It grew because John Herr Jr. and his family did honest work, consistently, for decades—and the reputation that built still carries our name.


Current owners Nathan, Adam, DJ, and Kendel are the fourth generation. They grew up in this business. They know the county the way only people who've been drilling in it for their entire lives can.

A well-drilling truck with an extended rig parked in front of a new, partially finished house under construction.

Key Benefits & Outcomes

Choosing the right water well drilling contractor from the start prevents the expensive complications that come from cutting corners on installation. Here's what working with us means:

  • Licensed well drilling contractor — Wisconsin DNR compliant on every project
  • Comprehensive site assessment before committing to a drilling plan
  • Permit coordination handled by our team
  • Complete installation: well, casing, pump, pressure system, water quality baseline
  • Full documentation at project close for your records and the DNR file
  • Serving water well drilling near me searches across Brookfield and Waukesha County
  • Available for pump service and system inspection after the well is in


Service Areas from Brookfield

Brookfield sits on the eastern edge of our core Waukesha County territory. From here we reach New Berlin, Pewaukee, Waukesha, Elm Grove, and communities further west toward Dousman. Milwaukee County projects, including West Allis and surrounding areas, also fall within our service range. We are one of the well-drilling companies in this region with consistent service coverage across both counties.

Contact Herr Well Drilling, Inc. in Brookfield.

Sixty years of well drilling in Waukesha County. A family business — not a franchise — with a track record in this specific market.



If you need a well drilling contractor in Brookfield, call us directly. Site assessment, new installation, pump service, or well inspection — we handle it all.


Call us: 262-965-2986


Herr Well Drilling, Inc. | Dousman, WI | Serving Brookfield and southeastern Wisconsin since 1964.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Does Brookfield have areas still on private well water?

    Yes. While much of the City of Brookfield is served by municipal water, the Township of Brookfield and surrounding rural areas have a significant population on private wells. If your property address places you in the township or on an older rural parcel, a private well may be your water source.

  • How do I find out if my property has a registered well?

    Wisconsin maintains a well construction report database through the DNR. Your property should have a well construction report on file if the well was drilled after reporting requirements took effect. We can help you locate this information or assess an existing system if records are incomplete.

  • What is the typical lifespan of a submersible well pump?

    Submersible pumps in Wisconsin residential wells typically last 10 to 15 years with proper maintenance. Factors like water quality, run frequency, and pump sizing all affect longevity. If your pump is approaching that age range and showing symptoms, a proactive inspection is worth scheduling.

  • Can I get water quality testing done without drilling a new well?

    Yes. We can arrange water quality testing on your existing system—particularly useful if you're buying a property with a private well or if you've noticed changes in your water's taste, odor, or clarity. Testing is straightforward and gives you an objective baseline.

  • What should I know before buying a property in Brookfield with a private well?

    Get the well inspected and the water tested before closing. Confirm the well construction report is on file with the DNR. Check the age of the pump and pressure system. And make sure the well location satisfies current setback requirements from the septic system and any surface water. We conduct pre-purchase well inspections.