• Providing safe, reliable water for over 50 years

    Our industry knowledge and experience gains our customers valuable advantages and efficiencies.

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  • Bridge and dock piling specialists

    Set your project on a solid foundation with Mel's Piling Services.

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About

Our operation specializes in residential and commercial groundwater wells, but over the years we have diversified our portfolio of services beyond that to meet customer demand – piling, dewatering, geothermal wells and more. Mel’s is proud to be a part of the Ontario Groundwater Association and is a registered contractor with the Ontario Ministry of Environment.
Mel’s Well Drilling was established in 1959 in Emo, Ontario. Today, Mel’s serves Northwestern Ontario, from the Manitoba border to Thunder Bay, with dedicated groundwater well and drilling services.

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Services

START THINGS OFF RIGHT

Good project planning sets up a foundation for success. We have a strong technical background with years of field experience to draw upon and can respond to complex requests under tight timelines.

EFFECTIVE PROJECT EXECUTION

We tailor each project to meet technical, time, and budget objectives and continue to further our outstanding record of fulfilling project requirements. Many of these projects often involve difficult geological and climatic conditions, validating that we understand the environments, sensitivities and regulations needed to execute projects in remote locations, while minimizing environmental impacts.

OUR CAPABILITIES

  • Groundwater Wells
  • Bridge Piling
  • Dock Piling
  • Exploratory Drilling
  • Geothermal System Drilling
  • Dewatering

Equipment

FOREMOST DR-12 W

Parts and Service Trailer

Pump Service Truck

Learning Centre

Drilling can be a complex topic. We are here to make it easier. We’re not only interested in performing quality work but also helping our customers to make educated decisions and get the most out of their investment. Jump over to our parent company’s website, Friesen Drillers, for FAQs and helpful information on drilling.

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Careers

We’re always on the lookout for talented, dedicated people to join our team. Check back often for our latest openings.

WE OFFER:

  • Excellent earnings and overtime potential
  • Full time permanent employment
  • Comprehensive training
  • Cost shared group health benefits
  • Cost shared work clothing benefits
  • Company paid meals and lodging while traveling
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Contact

MEL'S WELL DRILLING

51 Canning Lane
Box 875
Emo, ON P0W 1E0

Phone: 807-482-2895

Fax: 807-275-7961

Toll Free: 1-800-567-2128



HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday through Friday: 7:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

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