About Us

Trusted Private Well Expert

IN 2 Wells is a specialized consulting firm dedicated to helping homeowners, buyers, sellers, realtors, lenders, well contractors, and attorneys navigate the complexities of private domestic water wells.

Founded by Gary L. Hix, IN 2 Wells draws on more than 40 years of direct, hands-on experience in groundwater, well drilling, pump installation, water quality, hydrogeology, and Arizona-specific well regulations. Gary is a Registered Professional Geologist (R.G.), a Certified Well Driller and Pump Installer (CWD/PI), and a former qualifying party for licensed drilling companies in Arizona. He has retired from active contracting to focus exclusively on impartial consulting, inspections, education, and expert services—ensuring no conflicts of interest when evaluating wells, advising on new construction, reviewing shared agreements, or providing litigation support.

What Sets IN 2 Wells Apart

Gary has contributed to the industry through the National Ground Water Association (contributor to Water Well Journal, workshop instructor, McEllhiney Distinguished Lecturer nominee), co-authored University of Arizona Cooperative Extension publications, and taught continuing education classes for Arizona real estate professionals.

Whether you’re facing a well inspection before closing, planning a new domestic well, troubleshooting an existing system, reviewing a shared well agreement, or needing expert input for a legal matter, IN 2 Wells delivers reliable, focused expertise you can trust.

Complete Independence

Consulting-only (no drilling, no pump sales or installation) for truly neutral evaluations and recommendations

Deep Local Knowledge

Extensive experience with Prescott-area Hydrogeologic Knowledge, shared wells, exempt domestic wells, and Yavapai County permitting processes

Education-Focused Approach

Author of guides, eBooks, and articles; frequent speaker and workshop leader for well owners, realtors, and contractors

Court-Qualified Expertise

Proven track record providing expert witness testimony and litigation support on well defects, supply adequacy, contamination, and industry standards

Ready to Talk About Your Well?

Whether you need a quick phone consultation, full inspection before closing, help with a stubborn well issue, or professional input for a legal matter, we’re here to assist.