Types of Wells
	Basic Drilling Rig Systems
	Offshore Rig Types
	Drill Bit Types
	Drilling Mud
	Casing
	Logging
	Testing
	Remedial Work

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When the leasing, surveying, testing, mapping and legal work for a prospect are completed, the operating company (producer) is ready to spud and drill a well. The only way to know whether hydrocarbons are present is to drill a well.