Q: How much does it cost to drill a borehole?

A borehole is an investment. If managed and maintained properly, a borehole is sustainable. The initial cost of drilling depends on many factors. We will discuss all of this with you. Please get in touch with us today for a free quote and be free of service disruption and price increases.

Q: How deep do we need to drill?

Anywhere from 30m to 150m. We need to take the water table into consideration, the area where we need to drill, ground conditions and do a proper siting.

Q: Can you drink water from a borehole?

Many of our parents grew up on borehole water! It is safe to drink. However, we recommend having the water tested to have peace of mind.

Q: Do I need permission to drill a borehole South Africa?

It’s the groundwater use you’re registering, not the borehole. When dealing with licencing and registration of water use, it’s important to point out that a person does not need any permission to drill any borehole nor to register a borehole.

Q: What is the lifespan of a borehole?

Boreholes are drilled to function for a lifespan of 20 to 50 years. Thus, the lowest cost is not always the most cost-effective, particularly if construction quality is compromised to save money. Cheap drilling or poor construction quality can lead to premature failure of the well or contamination of the water supply.

Q: Do boreholes run out of water?

Each borehole will have its own characteristics. Boreholes that are only metres apart can have completely different water levels and delivery capabilities. But, if you and your neighbour are pumping from the same aquifer, over-pumping your borehole could cause their borehole to dry up.

The following are the Most Important Factors that impact Borehole Installation Cost:

  • Depth of the borehole
  • The machinery, manpower and materials
  • Type of ground
  • The purpose for the borehole

The type of ground and geology of the site where you want to drill a borehole are the biggest factor that will impact the Borehole Installation Cost. It is very important to have a well experienced borehole professional doing the geology research of the site correctly, whether it’s rock, sand or clay you are dealing with.

Another central factor will be the depth of the borehole, as the groundwater will flow differently at different locations. This again can be found by the research done by the geology prospector, so experience is key in order to get the most accurate estimates as possible.

Q: Why Should You Consider a Borehole?

Boreholes have been a source of water for centuries. Despite this, their benefits are still relatively unknown to a lot of business owners. A borehole is a general term used to describe a deep hole intended to tap a natural resource, whether that be water, oil or another liquid.
The most common use of boreholes is as a self-sufficient water source for businesses. A deep hole is drilled down to the water source, the sides of the well are secured, and a pump is installed to draw the water to the surface.

The Self-Sufficient Edge

Many consumers cite the fact that boreholes provide a self-sufficient edge as their primary benefit. The water contained within these holes has accumulated as a result of rain and natural run-off, so the consumer is merely accessing a resource that has accumulated as a result of the topography of their region. There is, therefore, no reliance on third party machinery or processes for the water supply. While mains can encounter problems from time to time, boreholes are completely independent of such risks.

The Potential for a Financial Return

Not only can this type of commercial water source save money, but it may also help consumers turn a profit. There are two primary reasons for this observation. First, a borehole is considered to be a type of building improvement. Similar to other systems such as solar panels or a new roof, a borehole can add value to a commercial property.

How does a borehole work

A borehole is a hole created by drilling into the ground to get to the bedrock where underground water can be found and brought to the surface. For drillers to get to the bedrock, they first need to get through Overburden which is made up of sand, gravel, clay, boulders, and water that is sitting on top of the bedrock.

Q: How long will it take to get a water supply?

From initial phone call to connected water supply takes about 4 weeks on average for domestic use. There may be longer planning times required for commercial holes where planning permissions are required.

Q: Can I save money if I have a water borehole drilled on my land?

Yes! You will see a return on investment in less than 2 years and you will no longer need municipal water supply.
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