You’ve dug down deep and you’re ready to drill your borehole in South Africa, but what’s next? It’s all about ensuring that you have the right equipment and the right people on the job. We share the important things to remember when making the decision to drill a borehole. In just 4 simple steps, you can access untapped resources – if done correctly. Here’s what you need to know:
STEP 1 – DECIDING WHERE TO DRILL
There are many factors to consider when deciding where you going to drill a borehole. Besides the obvious being where there is water, the type of soil above also plays a big factor. The last thing you want is for the sand to collapse into your borehole water, making the mission a fail. Getting a Hydro-Geologist involved means getting expert advice on the best location.
STEP 2 – DRILLING THE HOLE
Here comes the fun part, the actual drilling. Making sure you have the right equipment is key. You want quality and power when it comes to the machines that you are using. So, whether you are hiring a team to do the job for you, or you plan to do it yourself, make sure that you have the best tools. This will ensure that you drill a borehole that is drilled to last.
STEP 3 – DETERMINING THE YIELD OF THE BOREHOLE
The next step is determining how much water can be pumped out of the borehole at any given time. This can only be done once the borehole has been drilled. With the best location and the right equipment used to drill the depth you need; you can pump as much as thousands of litres per day. Plus, you could pump out enough to no longer need the supply of municipal water, essentially saving you thousands of Rands per month.
STEP 4 – PUMPING THE BOREHOLE
The final stage is setting up the water pump and piping to create a sustainable and easy flow from your borehole to your tap. Some borehole machines come with water pumps already, while others may need this to be paid for at an additional cost. Either way, this will not only help with the supply of the water, but also the quality of water that you have access to.
At Aquabore, our borehole machines are available in the right size for the job that you need to complete. Our borehole equipment is also available across South Africa, and can be purchased online. With the click of a button, we can have a machine on its way to you in no time!
Contact our team today to make your next great investment. We can’t wait to hear from you.