The Fetch by Dapalco has helped well owners and contractors solve stuck-pipe problems since 2010, and fall is the smartest time to plan ahead. A Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool lets you recover broken or dropped sections before freezing temps make access harder, water levels fluctuate, or ice complicates work. Use this quick guide to choose the right Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool and prepare your system for winter.

Why fall is the right season

Cold weather can stiffen plastics, tighten clearances, and slow jobs. Inspecting now—and having a Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool ready—means you can fix issues while access is safer and schedules are flexible. If you’re already seeing reduced flow, vibration, or evidence of a broken drop pipe, a Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool can prevent a mid-winter emergency service call.

Match the tool to your pipe and casing

The Fetch line is organized by series and by whether a coupling is attached to the pipe you’re retrieving:

200 Series: small diameters

Choose a 200-P Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool for pipes without an attached coupling, such as ¾" or 1" inside a 2" or larger casing, or 2" inside a 3" casing. Use the 200-C when a smooth-style coupling is attached (e.g., ¾" with smooth coupling in 2"+ casing, or 1"–1½" with smooth coupling in 3"+ casing). Note: 200-C will not work with banded couplings or on Schedule 80/120 PVC with an attached coupling.

210 Series: mid-range setups

The 210-P Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool covers 1"–1½" pipe in a 3" or larger casing (including certain Schedule 80/120 cases). The 210-C is for 1"–1¼" pipe with a smooth coupling in 3"+ casing. Avoid using 210-C on banded couplings or on Schedule 80/120 PVC with an attached coupling.

214 Series: larger/heavier configurations

Use the 214-P Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool for 1¼" pipe in 3"+ casing or 1½"–2" pipe in 4"+ casing. The 214-C handles banded or smooth couplings on 1¼"–2" pipe in 4"+ casing; for 2" with banded or reducer couplings, a 5" casing is recommended (it can fit 4" but the tolerance is very tight).

Pre-check before you retrieve

A few minutes of prep can save hours later:

• Confirm pipe material and schedule, casing diameter, and whether a coupling is attached—this determines the exact Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool you need.

• Note obstructions like dropped wire or rope, and whether the casing is straight.

• Measure how far down the broken pipe top sits and the overall well depth.

• Review the “Don’ts and Dos” on the Information page before you start.

  
  

Practical tips for fall maintenance

• Keep a Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool in your kit so a minor drop doesn’t halt winter water supply.

• If you’re unsure of sizing, use The Fetch Tool Guide or the online form for help. Provide pipe ID, casing size, schedule, and coupling style so you receive the correct Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool.

• Work methodically—steady upward tension and patience reduce the risk of worsening a jam.

  
  

Get help from real humans

Not sure which model fits your setup? The Fetch team can walk you through the options and clearances. If your configuration isn’t listed, they’ll advise the best Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool for your minimum clearance.

The Fetch by Dapalco Shipping tools worldwide since 2010 • Made in the USA Phone: 620-488-1119 • Email: dapalco.fetch@gmail.com

Prepare now, avoid winter headaches later—and keep a properly sized Deep Well Pipe Retrieval Tool on hand so your water stays dependable all season.

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