Drilling a borehole is an incredible investment. Additionally, it also comes with many benefits. As such, you have probably done some research and may have questions. A question we frequently hear is how long it takes to drill a borehole.
The length of time it takes to drill a borehole depends on two factors:
- The depth of the borehole
- The underlying geology of the site
2. THE DEPTH OF THE BOREHOLE
Some suburbs are closer to the water table than others. As a result, some boreholes need to be drilled deeper than others to access the underground water. Consequently, the time it takes to drill a borehole very much depends on how deep it needs to be drilled.
2. UNDERLYING GEOLOGY OF THE SITE
The type of formation under the ground will affect how long it takes to drill the borehole. To clarify, it’s quicker to drill through sandy areas. Conversely, it takes longer to drill through ground that has hard rock.
As a general rule of thumb, it takes 1 to 2 days to drill a borehole. However, it can take up to a week in areas with harder rock. You can talk to us at Aquify to get a better idea of drilling time for your area. We have many years of experience working in various suburbs in Cape Town.
WHAT DOES IT COST TO DRILL A BOREHOLE?
A borehole can vary in price anywhere from R30 000 to R180 000. This depends on the following factors:
- The area in which it is drilled
- The depth of the aquifer
- Amount of casing and filter media required
- The specifications of the submersible pump
- Difficulty accessing the site/crane hire
Drilling a borehole is a lifelong investment! Firstly, it adds value to your property. Secondly, it provides you with your own water source! As a result, it’s well worth it and will just yield lifelong benefits.