Borehole Drilling Services

Borehole drilling services are the professional way to ensure you have an effective and sustainable groundwater development project. They involve a hydrogeologist, the actual drilling of the borehole and the necessary testing. They also include the design and construction of a water reticulation system as well as any treatment options that could be required.

The process of borehole drilling is complex and requires skilled professionals to ensure it is done safely, efficiently and correctly. It is essential that the driller complies with all regulations and is fully insured in case anything goes wrong. Visit this website to get additional info on why it is important to hire well drilling specialists.

They will advise you of the most suitable area to drill for your particular property, including considerations for the existing infrastructure (water and sewage pipes, underground electrical lines, fibre cables etc). If possible they will help position the borehole so that it doesn’t hit any of these services or damage their properties.

A good hydrogeologist will not only be able to give you an accurate estimate of the likely depth of the water intersection but will also advise you on how you can best operate the borehole, and therefore ensure it is sustainable over the long term. They will also recommend the most appropriate casing and screen to ensure a productive borehole for your intended use, and help you choose the correct pump size and type.

Their fees will be slightly higher than a DIY option, but this is because they do all the work for you and can take away the stress of planning and completing a successful and sustainable project. You will be charged a fee for the initial consultation and they will charge a fixed price for the drilling, casing, screen, pump installation and testing.

The cost of a borehole project will vary depending on the size and complexity of your land. It will also depend on the aquifer being drilled into and the quality of the groundwater present.

It’s important to choose a reputable company that is insured and has many positive reviews on their website. This will help you avoid being ripped off by unscrupulous companies who do not have proper insurance coverage.

Read more here on why you should also ask the drilling contractor to provide you with a field logbook on the actual drilling. This will document the borehole penetration rate; breaks or irregularities in drilling observed or reported by the driller; water strikes and/or flows; and dust production. It will also record data on the groundwater quality of the aquifer (such as SEC), which will allow you to determine whether the water is suitable for your intended use.

They will also help you decide on a suitable location for the borehole, and will advise you of the most efficient way to get access to your property for a drill rig and any repaving or building work that might be needed.

A lot of the time they will need to do some deconstruction work on your property before a rig can be positioned, and this will not be included in their fee. This will be an additional expense, so make sure you discuss this with them before committing to their service. To understand more about this subject, please read a related post here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Well_drilling.