ARBOR BOREHOLES
+27 76 125 2354 arbor.drilling@gmail.com Kiaat St, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687, South Africa
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Borehole installation process
Home Our Process

From Drilling to Flow

Every project follows a rigorous, field-tested process — from the first strike of the drill to the moment water flows from your tap.

Sustainable Borehole Solutions

Our Proven 5-Step Methodology

We make complex groundwater engineering simple and transparent. Each stage is executed by certified technicians using industry-leading equipment, ensuring structural integrity, water quality and long-term performance at every depth.

01

Inspection & Survey

A methodical, science-led site survey using geophysical resistivity, VES and surface mapping to pinpoint the highest-yield aquifer zones and reduce the chance of a dry hole.

Inspection & Survey
02

Precision DTH Drilling

Pneumatically driven Down-The-Hole hammers deliver rapid, vertical penetration through hard rock — up to 250m deep — while maintaining borehole straightness and core integrity.

Precision DTH Drilling
03

Steel Casing & PVC Lining

Heavy-duty steel casing stabilises the upper, unstable layers, while corrosion-resistant food-grade PVC lining protects the deeper water column from leaching and debris.

Steel Casing & PVC Lining
04

Pump & Electrical Engineering

We select and fit a submersible or surface pump matched to your tested yield and daily demand, with IP65 control automation, dry-run protection and optional solar power.

Pump & Electrical Engineering
05

Tank, Storage & Sign-Off

Custom storage tanks and booster systems are integrated for steady pressure and load-shedding resilience, followed by yield, flow and quality testing before final hand-over.

Tank, Storage & Sign-Off
The Detail

Engineering Excellence at Every Depth

DTH drilling rig

Precision DTH Drilling — up to 250m

The Down-The-Hole (DTH) method is our standard for the hard-rock environments common across South African districts. A pneumatically driven hammer mounted directly above the bit provides rapid, vertical penetration while maintaining borehole straightness and core integrity.

  • High-pressure air hammers accelerate penetration, lowering drill days
  • Real-time cuttings analysis informs final bore placement
  • Reduced deviation and minimal reaming requirements

Casing & Structural Integrity

Upper-borehole stabilisation is achieved with heavy-duty steel casing, protecting against collapse through overburden and weathered zones while providing a barrier to surface contaminants. Deeper sections receive corrosion-resistant, food-grade PVC lining.

  • Seals out surface runoff, effluent and near-surface pollutants
  • Correct annular grouting extends functional life
  • Casing grade, diameter & depth matched to geotechnical conditions
Steel casing pipes
Tank and storage integration

Tank & Storage Integration

The final stage transforms your borehole from a simple water source into a fully managed water supply system — sized to your exact operational requirements.

  • Consistent water pressure to every outlet on your property
  • Load-shedding resilience through stored reserve capacity
  • Scalable from 2,500-litre domestic to 50,000-litre-plus commercial
Before We Arrive

What to Expect on Site

Access

A minimum 3-metre-wide access route for the truck and a clear ~6×6m working area for the rig.

Duration

Drilling typically takes 4–6 hours, with additional time for pumping tests and installation.

Permits

Borehole registration and flow-meter reporting are the client’s responsibility — we advise and assist.

Sign-Off

We test yield, flow and quality, then hand over a fully commissioned, guaranteed water system.

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