Why do banks require a drilled well and won't allow a dug well in NY?


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Answer (2):

 
Rothwyn

NY is bedrock. Dug-outs will ruin the stability of the foundation but a drilled hole is easily filled.

 
dwh12345

Dug wells can become polluted due to ground contamination..Things like road salt and sewer systems can do it.Plus dug wells can go dry in droughts

 

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