Looking for a well driller in Clermont, FL? Describe your project once and up to three licensed well drillers who work in Clermont and Lake County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Clermont is home to about 50,851 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+18.2% since 2020). With 2,715 people per sq mi, it is a suburban area. Homes and farms beyond the reach of public water rely on private wells, drilled and serviced by local licensed drillers.
Clermont at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 50,851 (+18.2% since 2020)
- Rank in Florida
- 61st of 411 cities and towns
- Land area
- 19 sq mi
- Population density
- 2,715 people per sq mi (suburban)
- Type
- City (Clermont city)
- Main county
- Lake County
What to check before hiring in Clermont
- License: in Florida, water well drilling and pump installation are licensed or registered by the state in most cases. Ask for the license number.
- Well logs: the state keeps logs of nearby wells; they help estimate depth and yield.
- Price drivers: depth, geology, casing and grouting required, pump and pressure system.
- Water testing: test the water after drilling and then regularly; the owner is responsible for its quality.
Useful official resources
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EPA: private wells
Testing and protecting a private well.
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NGWA
The national association of groundwater professionals.
Services available in Clermont
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New water well
Drilling, casing and development of a new water well, with the state well permit and log.
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Well pump installation or repair
Installation, replacement or repair of the well pump, pressure tank and controls.
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Well inspection or rehabilitation
Inspection, cleaning, deepening or proper abandonment of an existing well.
Frequently asked questions in Clermont
How much does a well cost in Clermont, FL?
Mostly depth and geology: drillers often price per foot, plus casing, pump and connection. Describe your project: drillers who serve Clermont reply with a quote.
How long does drilling take?
Often one to three days of drilling once the permit is issued, then the pump and plumbing.
Can my old well be fixed?
Sometimes: cleaning, a new pump or deepening can restore it. A well professional can tell you after an inspection.
Which licensed well drillers will contact me?
Up to three independent licensed well drillers who serve Clermont and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.