Steps Involved in Drilling a Borehole: What to Expect

Nov 7, 2023

Gardens are lush and vibrant, the grass is green season after season, and cars are pristine even during times of water restrictions. So, what do the surrounding neighbours have that you don’t? A borehole. If thoughts of drilling a borehole on your property leave you with uncertainty about what to expect, the experts at Aqua Borehole Solutions would like to ease any concerns that you may have. We have compiled a simple step-by-step process so that you know what is in store when we arrive with our drilling rig to make sure that on your property the grass will definitely be greener.

Determining Your Water Usage Before Drilling a Borehole

Before we get started with drilling a borehole, we will arrange a site visit to see your property to determine your exact requirements. Do you want a borehole as a supplement to the municipal supply or do you aim to go off the grid entirely? Knowing this information in advance allows us to see where your pump, and, if needed, a filtration system should be placed on your property. We must also make sure that there is sufficient flow and pressure especially if you plan to be off grid.

  1. Finding water before we drill

If your neighbours have a borehole, then drilling a borehole on your property shouldn’t be a problem as there is a greater likelihood that we will intersect an aquifer. Using the latest technology, geophysical studies and a consultation with hydrogeologists will assist us in determining the best water occurrence.

  1. Arrival on site

Once the presence of groundwater has been confirmed, Aqua Borehole Solutions will bring the right-sized rig to commence drilling a borehole on your property. Our specialised rigs are more manoeuvrable on smaller properties and difficult terrains. We will drill to the planned depth and install a casing to support the hole on the inside. The next step is to determine the viability of the borehole.

  1. Conducting tests

After flushing out the hole, we will conduct a yield test to make sure that there is a balance between the maximum amount of water pumped from the borehole and the water that recharges back from the aquifer. This is vital as we need to establish the potential of the borehole and size the pump correctly. This test is done over some time as the recovering water levels from the groundwater cannot be less than what is abstracted from the borehole.

  1. Testing the water

As much as groundwater is considered clean and clear, we would suggest that the water is sent to a laboratory to be tested. Aquifers can contain varying levels of contaminants, such as agricultural waste and leakage from sewer systems, which affects the quality of this natural water supply.

  1. Pump, tank and filtration installation

After the borehole has been drilled, the pump has been installed and the water has been tested, it is time to install the pump, tank, and, if needed, the filter. Conducting the on-site visit and determining your water usage before drilling a borehole on your property allows us to design and install your complete system.

Drilling a borehole may not be a priority for all, especially if interruptions in municipal supply are few and far between. However, considering that you will have water security for decades, the rewards from this asset are well worth the investment.

Trust the Professionals for the Best Results

When it comes to drilling for a borehole, it is best to put your faith in the professionals that offer full turnkey solutions, Aqua Borehole Solutions. Conveniently located in Gauteng, we have successfully assisted over 500 domestic, corporate and commercial customers with their alternative water supply requirements. Should you require expert advice, informed opinions and excellent service both before and after your installation, feel free to browse our website or simply contact us for a free site visit. From filtering to grey water supply, Aqua Borehole Solutions is here to support you.

 

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