Why servicing matters
A borehole is a working system, not a hole in the ground you can forget about. Pumps wear, filters clog, controls fail, and sediment or minerals such as iron can build up in the borehole and the pipework over time. Regular checks catch these problems early, while they are still cheap to put right, rather than when the taps run dry.
What a service involves
Every borehole is different, but a typical service covers:
- checking the flow from the borehole against earlier test results, where they exist
- checking the pump, its controls and any pressure equipment are working correctly
- inspecting the borehole head and its seal
- cleaning or changing filters and cartridges
- checking storage tanks and their connections
- advising on water testing if quality may have changed
When the supply drops off
Low pressure, cloudy or discoloured water, or a pump that runs constantly or keeps tripping are all signs that something needs attention. The cause might be a worn pump, blocked screens, a falling water level, a leak in the rising main or a failed pressure vessel. We find the cause first, so you only pay to fix what is actually wrong. If the pump needs to come out, we lift it, inspect it and repair or replace it.
How long it takes
A routine service is usually completed in a single visit. Lifting and replacing a pump takes longer, depending on how deep it sits and whether parts need ordering, and we tell you what to expect before we start.
What affects the cost
We don’t publish set prices, because the work varies from one borehole to the next. The cost depends on what the service finds, how deep the pump sits, any parts, filters or cartridges needed, and access to the borehole head and plant.
Related services
If your pump needs replacing or upgrading, see borehole pump installation. If you’re starting from scratch, read about borehole drilling, or see the photo gallery.
We service boreholes across the UK from our base in Yateley, Hampshire.