Borehole Pump Installation & Repairs

A borehole pump lifts groundwater to your tank or house, giving you a supply that does not depend on the municipality. Whether you need a new pump for a freshly drilled hole, a solar upgrade to beat load shedding or repairs to a pump that has stopped delivering, plumber.web.za can help. Send one free request and we pass it to an independent borehole pump installer near you, who quotes you directly with no obligation.

Types of borehole pump

The right pump depends on the depth of the water, the yield of the hole and how you will power it:

Submersible borehole pump: the most common choice, installed down the casing on a rising main
Solar borehole pump: runs from panels and keeps water flowing during load shedding, usually into a storage tank
Control box for borehole pump systems, with protection against dry running, overload and voltage problems

Drilling is usually done by a separate drilling contractor. The pump installer then sizes the water borehole pump to the yield test and depth, so it does not pump the hole dry.

Borehole pump price and installation

A borehole pump price depends on pump size, depth, the length of cable and rising main, whether you choose mains or solar power, the control box and the tank and pressure system above ground. A full borehole pump installation quote should list each of these. Have your drilling report or yield test handy, as it saves guesswork.

Borehole pump repairs

Common signs you need borehole pump repairs include low flow, the pump tripping, air or sand in the water, or no water at all. Causes range from a failed control box or cable to a worn pump or a dropping water level. A technician can test the system and quote to repair or replace. Regular checks of the control box and pressure settings help a pump last longer, and fitting dry-run protection prevents the most common burn-outs.

Registration and water quality

Many municipalities require boreholes to be registered, and some restrict how borehole water is used or connected to your plumbing. Check your municipality's by-laws; many require that a borehole supply is not connected directly to the municipal supply without approval and backflow prevention. Have the water tested before drinking it.

Choosing a plumber for borehole pump installation

The cheapest price is not always the best value. When your quote arrives, check:

Registration: ask for the plumber's PIRB registration and whether a Certificate of Compliance is included where the work needs one.
Scope: make sure the quote lists materials, labour, call-out fees and any making good of walls, ceilings or paving.
Guarantee: find out how long the workmanship is guaranteed and what manufacturer warranties apply.
Timing: confirm when the work can start and how long the water will be off.

Our service puts your request in front of a plumber in your area so you can check these points before you commit. It costs nothing and there is no obligation to accept the quote.

What to include in your request

Borehole depth, water level and yield test results if you have them
Whether the hole is newly drilled or has an existing pump
Preferred power: mains, solar or both
Where the water goes: tank, house, irrigation or livestock
Symptoms if the existing pump needs repairs

Frequently asked questions

Do you install borehole pumps?

No. We are a free quote service that passes your request to an independent installer, who quotes and does the work.

Can a solar borehole pump work without batteries?

Yes. Many systems pump only while the sun shines and store water in a tank instead of storing power in batteries.

How do I know what size borehole pump I need?

The installer works from your yield test, the depth of the water and the pump setting, how high and far the water must travel, and how much you use each day. An oversized pump can drain the hole and run dry, while an undersized one will not keep up.

Can borehole water feed my house directly?

It usually goes into a storage tank first, with a pressure pump supplying the house. Check your municipality's by-laws before connecting it to household plumbing, and test the water quality if you plan to drink it.

Borehole Pump Installation and Repairs