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Well Contractors

Drinking Water

All work performed on wells in the Province of Nova Scotia must be performed by certified persons holding current certification. Well contractors must have on the job training and be tested before being certified. Certificates are renewed annually and all contractors must carry a current wallet size certificate.

  • Well Drillers and Diggers (PDF: 217k) certified to construct wells in the Province of Nova Scotia.

  • Pump Installers (PDF: 206k) certified to install water pumps in wells in the Province of Nova Scotia.

    Class II Pump Installers are certified to install pumps up to 1 ½ hp, Class I Pump Installers are certified to install pumps of any size used in the province.

  • Public Drinking Water Supply Contractors certified to perform work in the Province of Nova Scotia for the year 2005. Please note the category in which they are certified, Drilled Wells, Dug Wells and/or Pump Installation.


    • Information on qualifications and procedures for obtaining and holding:

    Any inquiries may be directed to your nearest District Office of Nova Scotia Environment.