Borehole Drilling Specialists Western Cape

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Do I need to register my borehole?

Depending the region, registration may not required if the water to be used is for domestic purposes. Borehole water that is used for commercial or agricultural purposes, needs to be registered. In the Western Cape once you have drilled a borehole and water is found and utilized, the borehole needs to be registered with the Municipality. It is always good practice to check with your local authority.

How long does it take to drill a borehole?

It all depends on the depth of the well and the type of rock formation that is drilled.

Do you install pumps?

No, we do not install pumps but we will recommend a reputable company in your area.

Can I decide where to position my borehole?

Yes you may, but we recommend to employ the services of an independent provider who can Divine or do a Geological survey. In the urban areas, the physical position may also rely on the access by the heavy drill equipment.

Should I have a yield test done?

A yield test will determine the amount of water in the borehole and also give you the rate at which it can be pumped. This information is useful so that the correct size pump is installed. It should give you many years of service and will protect the aquifer – not to run “dry”.

We do not do yield testing, but will recommend reputable company in your area to do the testing.

Do you guarantee that you will find water?

A guarantee that water will be found is not possible. In the case of a “dry” hole, the cost per meter drilled is still applicable.

How long will a borehole last?

We use top quality casing, drill and develop our boreholes to the highest standards and therefore your borehole should last for over 30 years.

How much space is required for your rig?

We would need to have a look at the site initially to make sure our equipment has the access needed.

What if I don't strike water?

There are occasions when water is not found when drilling. There is always a risk that a well may be “dry”. In a case like this you would only pay for the site establishment, travel and the number of meters drilled.

What is the "Site Establishment" cost

This is the cost to set up our drill rig, compressor truck and equipment that are required for drilling the well. This cost includes the “de-establishment” of the equipment. The process of site establishment and de-establishment can take a few hours, depending on the access and terrain.

How many years of experience do you have with boreholes?

Collectively we have more than 35 years experience in a variety of fields including mining.

Does drilling make a mess?

Drilling can be a messy business. All the material that we drill from the borehole comes to the surface. Initially there could be a lot of dust and once water is found it can become very muddy. We work very carefully and take great care that garden damage is kept to a minimum. We set up shade cloth to protect plants if required and try to divert the water and slurry so as not to damage lawns and flower beds.

	Giepie Goosen
	+27 (0) 82 716 8945
	giepie @ultradrilling.co.za
	Riaan Conradie
	+27 (0) 83 226 0636
	riaan @ultradrilling.co.za

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