A superficial aquifer bore is generally the most straightforward bore to drill.
We find the best location within your property and simply drill until we find the superficial aquifer. Usually, we go past the water table and into the deeper end of the aquifer.
This ensures that the bore will get the permeable materials to provide a steady supply, keeping the bore and pump healthy.
We handle standard superficial bores with ease.
Our in-house team manages and organises the whole project, working with our drillers to get the best results. We trust the team's expertise to find and secure the water supply needed.
We can work with existing systems or install a new pump and irrigation. Our bore drillers and technicians work together to ensure your project is executed to the highest standard.
With a full range of equipment, we will use the method and techniques for the type of soil and depth required for drilling.
We also drill deep bores into the Mirrabooka and Leederville Aquifers, as well as bores into the Perth Hills Fractures.
We specialise in agricultural and small commercial properties. Please note we do not drill on residential properties up to 2,000 sqm, as our equipment is too large to operate on these properties.
Not all drillers are the same.
We contract the most qualified experts in the field to handle every project from start to finish and get the best possible borehole.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards, so we only work with people who do the same.
We have been operating in Perth and its surroundings long enough to build a vast expertise. Particularly with bore drilling, experience is key for a successful borehole with a lasting water supply.
Our work in the area has made us better at what we do, and we apply that knowledge to every project . All our drillers are ADIA certified.
We invest in high-quality equipment. One of the biggest issues with standard bores in Perth is poor workmanship due to low-quality equipment. That’s why we take such great care to invest in the best and maintain it to a high level.
The bores we drill are built to stand the test of time.
We are experienced in all areas of engineering and construction of the bore. We offer a premium, professional and hassle-free drilling service for every project.
We are happy to provide an obligation-free consultation to discuss your goals. Every project is different, and we consider your unique needs when planning it.
If required, we can do further work on your new bore, installing a pump and connecting it with your irrigation system, to make getting the water you need even easier.
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It’s possible to drill in your front yeard or driveway. No lawn access doesn’t mean it’s impossible for you to have a water bore installed.
We can discuss the best option for your property and drilling needs during your free consultation.
The groundwater pulled from a bore is suitable for non-potable use, like washing clothes, irrigating farms, flushing toilets, and washing the car. If it’s your only supply of water, then you will need to carry out annual testing to ensure it’s safe to do so. You should never use bore water to drink, bathe, fill a pool or water edible plants unless it has been tested by a professional body.
Superficial water is the natural water found immediate below the ground and generally what you find within the first 0-50 metres of drilling. it’s unconfined, meaning it can interact with other environmental structures (rivers,lakes, etc) and is responsible for over 90% of bore production in the Perth area.
The production quantity and quality can vary heavily due to its unconfined nature.
You don’t need a licence to access this aquifer so long as you’re only using it for domestic purposes (irrigating less than 1/2 an acre).
It depends heavily on what you're looking to achieve with the bore and where you're drilling it.
Costing is generally worked out on a per meter basis, which will include drilling the bore, inserting the PVC casing and air developing of the bore until the water is clear of any muds. Our rates vary depending on the type of drilling, bore construction design, equipment required, size of the bore, etc.
Contact us today for a custom quote, obligation-free.
Depths can vary greatly depending on the area and target groundwater formation. As a general guideline:
If your area is mapped by the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, you can get a guide for what depth you should expect for the superficial aquifer. The water maps aren't always correct - we'll be happy to give you insights into drilling in your are that we gather from our drilling jobs in your area.
We can give you an estimate of the expected depth for your bore. Contact us today to discuss your bore.
A water pump draws water out from the water table or permeable materials in the soil and into the pipe of the bore, which then pushes water to the surface. It can be connected to a tank or directly tied in to the irrigation system.
The water table is a static level layer, usually at shallower depths, than can dry up, causing damage to the bore. This is why we drill past the water table and into the permeable materials at the bottom of the aquifers, to get a more consistent and better quality supply. The screens placed at the bottom of the bore construction filter the river sands to get the water into the bore.
BD Water ® is a fully integrated engineering and construction company. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality service to the water industry in WA.
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