Do you need water to supplement domestic consumption and farming activities? Or are you a developer seeking to supply bore water to your property? If so, you may be wondering what goes into installing and maintaining water bores. There's more to it than just digging a hole and installing pumps to bring water to the surface. Here you will learn some key things required when drilling and managing a borehole.

First: Get It Right the First Time

Drilling a borehole is not a cheap project. Therefore, you need to ensure you do it right the first time. First, get the right depth for the structure. Shallow bores tend to get contaminated fast and are not ideal for providing drinking water. They also tend to run dry during the dry season; therefore, for long-term service, go for a deep bore.

Choose a proper location for the bore to ensure adequate water supply and prevent bore contamination. In this light, have the following things in mind:

• Don't place boreholes near sewerage systems to prevent contamination.
• Choose a location that's at least 50 metres from your usual septic waste discharge location.
• Seal the bore to prevent contamination from surface water.

By getting your location and depth right, you avoid quality issues with your bore water and get a guarantee of a water supply for years. Work with a professional contractor who can help you pinpoint a suitable location on the property.

Conduct Annual Water Testing

Annual water testing is essential to verify the water quality in your bore. This step is incredibly crucial if you intend to use the water for drinking. Chemicals and excess minerals in the water can negatively impact human and animal health. Therefore, testing is essential to ensure that the water is continually safe for consumption.

During testing, experts check for bacteria, water hardness, nitrates, sulfides, iron and other contaminants. If any of these things are present, they will advise you on whether you should cease consumption or only use the bore for farming and household cleaning. Note that shallow bores may require more regular testing due to the high risk of contamination. 

Schedule Regular Professional Maintenance

Regular professional maintenance extends the durability of the borehole and prevents breakdowns. It entails the following:

• Regular checkups to ensure the borehole equipment is in excellent condition
• Pump repairs and maintenance
• Bore servicing
• Water testing

The good news is that you don't need professional help often. For domestic bores, you can get away with annual maintenance. However, don't skimp on maintenance, as it can save you from costly repairs and potential water shortages on your property.

Bores provide a reliable way of supplementing the municipal council water supply for activities such as farming. If you need a bore, the above are the things you need to do to maintain it. Talk to a contractor today for professional bore installation and maintenance services.