As much as one expects borehole drilling to be an exact science and yield immediate results, this is not always the case. Your expectations may leave you disappointed, especially if you select an unqualified company. Providing a professional service and performing due diligence before drilling commences is what you can expect from Aqua Borehole Solutions.
Do Everything Correctly from the Start
The unparalleled benefits that you can gain from having a borehole must not distract from the fact that it is still a major decision to make. Aqua Borehole Solutions has compiled an ultimate checklist to allay any concerns that you might have before getting started with borehole drilling:
- Finding groundwater
This is the most important on the checklist as without water, no drilling can commence. If you are uncertain if there is borehole water in your area, ask your neighbours and find out if they have boreholes or know of someone that has one close by. Once you have established that there is possible access to groundwater, then you need to retain the services of a hydrogeologist to pinpoint the perfect location for the borehole on your property.
- Choice of drilling company
As much as research needs to be conducted on access to groundwater, ensure that you enlist the services of a reputable company for your borehole drilling.
- Get references from previous clients to gauge the nature of the service they provide.
- Make sure that they work according to a recognised standard. There are SABS standards available for the groundwater industry. Also, make sure that the chosen provider is a member of the Borehole Water Association. These certifications are an indication that the company has a vested interest in the viability of your borehole.
- Ensure that they will only charge you for drilling to the depth specified by the hydrogeologist.
- Find out if they provide records of the work that they carry out, such as yield test certificates and pump details. A borehole is an asset to your property and, should you wish to sell at some point, you will need to produce the various clearance certificates.
- Contracts are binding, so make sure that the company can provide one. This is important for both parties.
- Should there be any add-ons, ensure that it is stipulated upfront and included in the contract. Add-ons could pertain to surcharges for depths exceeding a certain meterage.
- A recorded depth of the producing aquifer must be given for the pump installation to be done correctly. For pump installations, make sure that the proper yield, drawdown and step tests can be done. A professional installer will know what to do.
- Borehole drilling machinery
A reputable company will not have a problem if you check the machinery that will be used to make sure that it is in a good condition. Aqua Borehole Solutions suggests that you perhaps check the following:
- There must be no oil or fuel leaks and no frayed cables.
- Drill rods must be straight.
- Check the well screens to make sure that they can let the water in and keep the abrasive media and sand out.
- Make sure that the equipment can reach the required depth and that drilling can continue should an intersecting obstacle be met.
By following this checklist, you can invest in your borehole knowing that not only will you have access to your water supply but that your installation will be done by an expert company, such as Aqua Borehole Solutions.
Professional and Reputable Borehole Solutions
Aqua Borehole Solutions are a privately owned company, based in Johannesburg, that specialises in borehole drilling, yield tests, pump and tank installations, water filtration and municipal backup systems. We provide turnkey solutions ensuring that, from “drilling” to “drinking”, the process is done by a team of highly qualified professionals. We currently provide our services to over 500 domestic, commercial and corporate customers in the Gauteng area alone. Contact us and we will gladly arrange an obligation-free site visit.
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