Keith and Rick

The history of K & R Drilling & Pump Service is built upon decades of trusted local service dating back to 1980. In April 2021, Keith and Rick officially took over business operations when they purchased Larry Altman Drilling—a long-standing, highly respected well company in Southeast Georgia. To ensure a seamless transition and preserve decades of institutional trade wisdom, former owner Larry continues to work closely alongside Keith and Rick, assisting with front-end client consultation and back-end technical support. Combining the legacies of both companies, Keith and Rick now deliver over 50 years of collective industry experience to every client project.

Keith and Rick’s primary area of technical expertise spans the complete lifecycle of groundwater systems, including deep well drilling, agricultural irrigation wells, high-capacity residential wells, diagnostic well repairs, and advanced well pump systems. Tapping into coastal groundwater formations requires specialized geological knowledge, precise casing placement, proper screen selection, and accurate gravel packing to ensure continuous water flow and prevent silt intrusion. Keith and Rick manage every phase of drilling and pump integration, utilizing heavy-duty drilling rigs and precision flow-testing protocols to engineer systems tailored to the specific water volume demands of each site.

What sets Keith and Rick apart from standard utility contractors is their personal background as active local farmland owners. Owning and operating their own farm gives them a firsthand, practical understanding of how critical a reliable water supply is to agricultural operations, livestock health, crop irrigation, and rural living. They understand the severe financial loss and stress that a failed irrigation pump or dry well can cause during peak growing seasons. This firsthand agricultural perspective drives them to approach every farm and residential well project with the utmost urgency, practical wisdom, and mechanical precision.

Over 50 Years of Combined Heritage, Expanded Regional Capacity & Unmatched Warranties

At the operational core, field engineering, and leadership of K & R Drilling & Pump Service are Co-Owners and Operators Keith and Rick. Serving agricultural producers, rural homeowners, and commercial properties throughout Blackshear, Southeast Georgia, and surrounding regional communities, Keith and Rick bring over 50 years of combined trade experience to every water well project. Grounded in a deep appreciation for rural land ownership, water resource management, and mechanical accuracy, they lead their family-owned business with a hands-on commitment to delivering clean, high-volume, and dependable water systems.

As a fully Georgia-licensed, bonded, and insured contractor (GA Lic #713), K & R Drilling & Pump Service operates under strict state environmental standards and rigorous internal quality controls. Keith and Rick handle everything from installing massive multi-inch agricultural irrigation setups to diagnosing submerged pump electrical failures and replacing pressure tanks. To ensure property owners feel total confidence in their investment, Keith and Rick back their work with robust manufacturer guarantees, including an industry-leading 5-Year Warranty on all 4-inch well pumps and motors.

Keith and Rick have structured their company around fast response times, transparent communication, and honest pricing. Recognizing that water system failures require prompt action, they offer free, detailed project estimates delivered within 24 to 48 hours of initial contact. Whether executing planned well installations or dispatching emergency pump repairs, Keith and Rick personally ensure every job site is managed safely, cleanly, and efficiently.

Dedicated Local Farmers & Owner-Operators Invested in Southeast Georgia

As true owner-operators, Keith and Rick are personally involved in the daily physical execution of their work. Clients frequently find them directly on-site operating drilling rigs, pulling submerged pump lines, or calibrating pressure switches. Their identity as fellow farmers and local neighbors fosters a business culture built on trust, handshake integrity, and a deep commitment to keeping local water flowing.

Keith and Rick’s unique combination of 50-plus years of combined experience, personal agricultural background, Master-level Georgia licensing (#713), robust 5-year pump warranties, and hands-on owner operation makes K & R Drilling & Pump Service the premier choice for well drilling and pump solutions across Southeast Georgia. When you partner with Keith and Rick, you work with local farmers and drilling specialists who treat your land and water system with the exact same care they apply to their own farm.

Secure Your Water Supply with Southeast Georgia’s Well Drilling Authorities

Installing a high-yield agricultural well, upgrading your residential water system, or restoring a failed pump requires the hands-on expertise, agricultural wisdom, and 50-plus years of combined experience that Keith and Rick deliver at K & R Drilling & Pump Service. Backed by Georgia State Licensing (#713), 5-year pump and motor warranties, free 24-to-48-hour estimates, and deep roots in the Southeast GA area, Keith and Rick provide complete groundwater care for your property.

Don't leave your water supply, crops, or home water pressure to chance. Partner with local farm owners and master drilling operators who personally stand behind every foot of casing and every pump installation. Contact Keith and Rick at K & R Drilling & Pump Service today to request your free estimate and secure your water system.