Borehole Drilling Services You Can Trust!
When your taps run dry in Midrand, you dont have time to wait around. We’ve been drilling boreholes across Waterfall Estate, Blue Hills, Carlswald and the rest of Midrand for over 40 years now. Last summer alone, we helped several and well known busineses get their own water supply sorted.
Most people call us when their municipal water gets cut off again or when they’re tired of paying those crazy water bills. Sound familiar? Your not alone. Half of Midrand is looking at borehole drilling these days, and for good reason. The water situation isnt getting better anytime soon.
Hard Rock Drilling Midrand
Here’s the thing about drilling in Midrand – we got some of the hardest rock formations in Gauteng. That dolerite and granite under places like Midrand Estate and Halfway Gardens? It needs proper equipment and people who know what their doing. We’ve drilled through everything from soft soil in Vorna Valley to solid rock in Noordwyk, and we know exactly what your property needs.
Our hard rock drilling machine can punch through anything the ground throws at us. We’re not one of those companies that shows up, realizes the rocks too hard, and then disapears. We finish what we start, even if it means going 120 meters down to find good water.
The Bushveld Complex geology under Midrand means your dealing with serious rock formations. Other drilling companies near me tell homeowners “sorry, can’t drill here” when they hit those thick dolerite layers around 40 meters down. Thats usually when people call us. Our percussion drilling equipment keeps going when lighter rigs give up.
Borehole Drilling in Midrand
So what do you actually get when you call us for borehole drilling? We handle the whole thing from start to finnish. First we come out and do a proper site assesment – checking the geology, seeing whats already underground (pipes, cables, that sort of thing), and figuring out the best spot to drill.
Then comes the actual drilling. Depending on your property, we might be there for a day or three. Hard rock takes longer, but we dont rush it. You want this borehole done right the first time.
After we hit water, we install the casing and screen, then we pump test it to see how much water your actually getting. Some boreholes in Midrand give us 5000 liters per hour, others give us 1000. Either way, we tell you exactly what you got.
Been drilling boreholes in Midrand since 1983, and we’ve seen every type of ground condition this area can throw at us. From the clay soils in Halfway House to the rocky terrain up near the Diepsloot border, we’ve drilled it all.
Water Drilling Services in Midrand
Most rock drilling companies in South Africa use rotary drilling rigs that work great in soft ground but struggle with our hard rock formations. We use both percussion and rotary drilling depending on what we hit. When we’re going through solid dolerite or granite, that percussion drilling is what gets the job done.
The average borehole drilling depth in Midrand runs between 60 and 100 meters. Sometimes we find good water at 40 meters, sometimes we gotta go to 120. The depth depends on where the water bearing fractures are in the rock, and that varies from property to property.
Properties on the Midrand ridge – like around President Ridge and Carlswald – usually need deeper boreholes than properties in the lower lying areas near Jukskei River. The water’s there, you just gotta go deeper to find it.
Borehole Drilling Companies in Midrand
Plenty of drilling companies operating around Midrand these days. Some are good, some are… well, lets just say you get what you pay for. Before you hire anyone for borehole drilling, ask them:
- How long have they been drilling in this area?
- What type of rock drilling equipment do they use?
- Can they provide references from recent borehole jobs?
- Are they registered and insured?
- What happens if they dont find water?
We’ve been called in to fix botched drilling jobs from other companies more times than I can count. Guy drills in the wrong spot, doesnt install the casing right, uses the wrong pump. Then six months later everythings broken and the homeowner is out R50000 with nothing to show for it.
Do your homework before you sign anything. A good borehole should last 20-30 years if its drilled properly from the start.
Hardrock Drilling Company
Our company name says it all – we specialize in the tough stuff. That hard rock drilling machine of ours has been through some serious formations across Midrand. When other drilling companies tell you “sorry, the rocks too hard here,” thats usually when people call Hardrock Drilling.
We use percussion drilling for the hard rock layers and switch to rotary drilling when we hit softer stuff. The equipment costs more and the drilling takes longer, but it gets the job done. We’ve completed boreholes in places where three other rock drilling companies tried and failed.
Not saying this to brag, just being honest about what we can handle. If you got easy ground, any driller can do it. If you got difficult ground in areas like Noordwyk Extension or Raslouw, you need people with the right gear and the experience to use it.
Borehole Drilling and Installation
Getting water out of the ground is only half the job with borehole drilling. The installation part is where alot of companies cut corners and it comes back to bite you later.
After we finish drilling and hit a good water supply, we install the proper casing to keep the borehole walls from collapsing. Then comes the screen that filters out sand and sediment. We size everything correctly based on your specific borehole – not just using whatever we got on the truck.
The pump installation comes next. We can help you choose the right submersible pump for your borehole yield and your water needs. Some homes only need a 0.75kw pump, others need 1.5kw or bigger. We also handle the tank installation – both underground storage tanks and header tanks – but thats a seperate service we can talk about.
Water Drilling Services Midrand
Clean water is what borehole drilling is all about, right? No point drilling if the waters no good. We test every borehole after drilling to check the water quality and yield. Most boreholes in Midrand produce good quality water – usually better than what comes out of the municipal pipes, actually.
The water comes from deep fractured rock aquifers, not from surface water that can get contaminated easily. We’re drilling 60-100 meters down into solid rock formations where the water has been filtered naturally through layers of dolomite and granite.
Sometimes the water needs a bit of treatment. Maybe its got some iron in it (makes your bath orange), or maybe its a bit hard (leaves scale on your kettle). We can point you to the right filtration people for that, but the actual water drilling and borehole installation is what we do.
Professional Borehole Drilling
Running a borehole drilling business the right way means having all your paperwork sorted. We’re registered, insured, and we follow the regulations. Every borehole we drill gets registered with the Department of Water and Sanitation like its supposed to.
Your property value goes up when you got a working borehole, but only if its legal and documented properly. We make sure everything is above board so you dont have problems down the line when you sell your place or apply for a bond.
Our drilling crews show up in company uniforms, driving company vehicles, with professional drilling equipment. We’re not some cowboys operating out of a bakkie. This is a proper borehole drilling company that’ll still be around when you need us.
Borehole Drilling Contractors
What makes us different from other drilling contractors in Midrand? We actually answer our phone. We show up when we say we will. And we dont dissapear after the drillings done. Your borehole is gonna need maintanance eventually – pumps fail, things happen. When you call us in two years because somethings not working right, we’ll still be here.
We’re not the cheapest borehole drilling company in Midrand, but we’re also not the most expensive. We charge fair prices for proper drilling work. No hidden fees, no suprises when we hand you the invoice.
Most quotes we can do same day or next day after checking your property. If you decide to go ahead with the borehole drilling, we usually start within a week. The whole job from first drill to water coming up takes about 3-5 days on average, depending on how deep we gotta go and what rock formations we hit.
Areas We Service for Borehole Drilling
We drill boreholes all over Midrand and the surrouding areas. Some of the places we work most often:
Waterfall Estate, Carlswald, Blue Hills, Noordwyk, Vorna Valley, Midrand Estate, Halfway Gardens, Randjespark, Crowthorne, Halfway House, Glen Austin, Sagewood, President Ridge, Raslouw, Erand Gardens, Kaalfontein, Noordwyk Extension, and pretty much anywhere else in the greater Midrand area.
Also cover Kyalami, parts of Centurion, Sunninghill, Fourways, and Sandton for borehole drilling depending on the job. If your not sure if we service your area for drilling, just give us a call and ask.
Rock Drilling Machine and Equipment
The equipment matters when your drilling through hard rock formations. We use a combination of percussion and rotary drilling rigs depending on what the ground throws at us. Our main rock drilling machine can handle depths up to 150 meters and punches through dolerite, granite, and quartzite like its supposed to.
For the really tough formations we hit in places like Blue Hills and Carlswald, the percussion drilling rig uses a hammering action to break through the rock bit by bit. Its slower than rotary drilling but it gets through rock that would stop other drilling equipment.
We also got the right drill bits for different rock types. Using the wrong bit in hard rock just burns through equipment and wastes time. After 15 years of borehole drilling in Midrand, we know which bits work where.
Borehole Drilling Cost Midrand
Borehole drilling in Midrand usually costs between R45000 and R85000 for a complete job. That includes the drilling, casing, screen, and basic pump test. The pump, tank, and electrical installation are seperate costs that depend on what system you want.
The price depends on:
- How deep we gotta drill
- What type of rock we hit
- Access to your property (can we get the drilling rig in easily?)
- How far we are from your property
Hard rock drilling costs more than drilling through soft ground because it takes longer and wears out more equipment. A 60 meter borehole in soft ground might take one day. A 100 meter borehole through solid dolerite might take three days.
We give you a detailed quote after checking your property so theres no suprises later. The quote includes everything for the actual drilling work – no hidden fees added on at the end.
Why Choose Our Borehole Drilling Services
Look, theres lots of drilling companies out there. Why pick us for your borehole? Because we’ve been drilling in Midrand long enough to know all the shortcuts that dont work. We do the drilling job properly the first time.
We show up when we say we will. We charge what we quote. We clean up after ourselves. We answer the phone when you call. Basic stuff, really, but you’d be amazed how many borehole drilling companies cant manage even that.
Your gonna live with this borehole for the next 20 years. Might as well get the drilling done right by people who know what their doing.
Get Your Borehole Drilled in Midrand Today
Ready to sort out your water supply with borehole drilling? Give us a call or send a message through the website. We’ll come out to your property in Midrand, take a look at the ground, and give you a proper drilling quote. No obligation, no pressure.
Stop stressing about water and get your own borehole drilled. Half of Midrand already has, and the other half is thinking about it. Join the crowd of homeowners and businesses in Midrand who dont worry about water anymore because they got their borehole drilling done right.
Frequently Asked Questions About Borehole Drilling in Midrand
How much does it cost to drill a borehole in Midrand?
Borehole drilling in Midrand costs R45000 to R85000 on average. This includes drilling, casing, and screen installation. The final price depends on depth (usually 60-100 meters) and rock hardness. Pump and tank installations cost extra.
How deep should a borehole be in Midrand?
Most boreholes in Midrand are 60 to 100 meters deep. Properties on higher ground like Carlswald need deeper drilling (80-120 meters) while lower areas near Jukskei River hit water at 40-80 meters. We drill until we find good water bearing fractures in the rock.
Do you need permission to drill a borehole in South Africa?
No permission needed before drilling for domestic use under 10 cubic meters per day. You must register the borehole with Department of Water and Sanitation within 90 days after drilling. Commercial boreholes need a water use license before drilling starts.
How many liters of water can a borehole produce per day?
A typical Midrand borehole produces 1000 to 5000 liters per hour. Most domestic boreholes yield 2000-3000 liters per hour, giving you 20000-30000 liters per day capacity. Actual daily use for a home is usually 1000-2000 liters.
How many years does a borehole last?
A properly drilled borehole lasts 25-30 years minimum. The hole and casing last indefinitely. Pumps need replacing every 5-10 years. With proper maintenance your borehole keeps producing water for decades.
Does a borehole increase property value in Midrand?
Yes. A working borehole adds R100000 to R150000 to property value in Midrand. Properties with boreholes sell faster than those without. Estate agents confirm buyers specifically look for homes with existing boreholes.
Can a borehole run out of water?
Rarely in Midrand if drilled properly. During severe drought the water level drops but usually recovers when rains return. We’ve seen very few Midrand boreholes run completely dry. The fractured rock aquifers here are reliable.
Is water from a borehole free?
Water is free after paying for drilling. You only pay electricity to run the pump (R40-90 per month) and occasional maintenance. Most Midrand homes save R1000-R2000 monthly on water bills after getting a borehole.
Why do boreholes fail?
Main reasons: pump burns out from running dry, screens get blocked with sediment, pipes crack, or poor drilling in wrong location. Most failures come from bad installation not the borehole itself. Proper drilling prevents most problems.
Which is better a borehole or a well?
Boreholes are better for Midrand. Wells only work with shallow water (under 10 meters) and Midrand water sits 60-100 meters deep. Boreholes produce cleaner water from fractured rock aquifers. Wells dry up easily and get contaminated.
How long does borehole drilling take?
Drilling takes 1-3 days depending on depth and rock hardness. Soft ground at 60 meters takes one day. Hard rock at 100 meters takes 2-3 days. Complete installation with casing and testing takes 3-5 days total.
Does a borehole use a lot of electricity?
No. A typical borehole pump uses 0.75-2.2 kilowatts. Running 2 hours daily costs R40-90 per month on your electricity bill. Way cheaper than municipal water costs. Most people dont notice the increase.