New and Existing Borehole Supplies 💦
A private water borehole can provide a reliable and independent water supply for homes, farms, commercial premises and other properties not connected to, or looking to reduce reliance on, mains water.
Coast to Coast Water Engineering Ltd can provide and manage the complete borehole drilling process as part of a new private water supply project. Specialist drilling works are carried out by experienced drilling contractors working as part of the overall Coast to Coast project. Following drilling, we will design, install and commission the pumping, storage, filtration and treatment equipment required to turn your borehole into a complete working water supply.
Every borehole project is different. Water demand, geology, borehole depth, water quality, storage requirements and the intended use of the water all influence the design of the finished system. We take a whole-system approach so that the borehole, pump, treatment equipment and distribution system work together effectively.
New Water Boreholes across Cornwall & Devon
Whether you are considering a borehole for a domestic property, agricultural site or commercial premises, we can help assess the requirements of the proposed water supply and design a suitable system. A complete borehole system will include the borehole itself, submersible pump, pump controls, pressure equipment, water storage, filtration, treatment and distribution equipment. We are fully qualified and experienced contractors to complete your project from the initial assessment through to commissioning of the completed private water system.
Borehole Site Assessment & System Design
Before installing a new borehole water supply, it is important to understand the property, anticipated water demand, site conditions and the equipment that may be required. Our assessment will consider factors including expected daily water use, available space, proposed borehole location, storage requirements, pumping distance, elevation changes and the type of property being supplied.
Where appropriate, geological and hydrogeological information can also be considered when assessing the suitability of a site for a borehole. This allows the complete private water system to be designed around the requirements of the property rather than treating the borehole as a standalone component.
Borehole Drilling
Once we have established the borehole location, the water management and mobilisation of the drilling equipment will be considered and agreed with you. During drilling, the ground geology, water depths and yield data will be logged. The objective is not simply to drill for water, but to establish a yield and depth appropriate to the water application of your site.
Borehole Pumps & Pressure Sets
Correct pump selection is essential – The pump must be capable of delivering the required flow and pressure while accounting for borehole depth, static water level, pipework losses and the elevation of the distribution point.
Our knowledge and experience enables us to design any and all borehole pumping systems which may incorporate equipment such as:
Submersible borehole pumps
Pump control equipment
Pressure vessels
Variable-speed pump controls
Booster pumps
Water storage tanks
Level controls
Well pumps
The system will be designed to provide a water pressure and flow bespoke to your application.
Borehole Water Testing
Water from a borehole should be assessed to establish its quality and determine whether treatment is required.
Groundwater chemistry can vary considerably between locations. Depending on the source and local geology, borehole water can contain elevated levels of substances such as iron, manganese, minerals or other naturally occurring contaminants.
Microbiological testing may also be required where the water is intended for drinking or domestic use.
Our water sampling service will identify the chemical, mineral and microbiological parameters of the source and provide the data needed to specify appropriate water filtration system.
Borehole Water Filtration & Treatment
A borehole does not automatically produce water that is suitable for drinking or other intended uses. Where correction is required, Coast to Coast Water Engineering ltd will design a water filtration system based on the results of the water analysis and the demands of the property.
Filtration may include sediment filtration, iron, manganese and aluminium removal, pH correction, carbon filtration, nitrate removal, ultraviolet disinfection and other specialist processes where required.
Rather than applying a standard treatment package, we specify equipment around the individual water source and water-quality results.
You can find more information on our Water Filtration service page.
UV Water Treatment
Ultraviolet treatment is commonly used as part of private water systems to provide microbiological disinfection. A correctly designed UV system works alongside suitable pre-filtration to ensure the water reaching the UV unit is appropriate for effective treatment. We can design, supply, install and maintain UV equipment as part of a new or existing borehole water system.
Water Storage & Distribution
Water storage can form an important part of a borehole installation, particularly where borehole yield does not match periods of peak demand. A storage tank allows water to be collected gradually and then supplied to the property using a suitable booster pump system. This can provide reliable pressure and flow while reducing the need for the borehole pump to respond directly to every water demand within the property. We design storage and pumping arrangements to suit all domestic, agricultural and commercial applications.
Existing Borehole Systems
We don’t only work with new boreholes. If you already have a borehole or private water supply, we can investigate problems with the existing system and recommend improvements where required. Typical issues can include poor water pressure, pump faults, declining performance, filtration issues, treatment equipment faults, UV problems, water-quality concerns or ageing equipment. Where possible, existing equipment can be assessed before replacement is recommended.
Borehole Servicing & Maintenance
Regular servicing helps keep a private water system operating reliably and can identify developing problems before they result in loss of water supply. Maintenance requirements will depend on the equipment installed but may include pump-system checks, filter replacement, UV lamp replacement, treatment-system servicing, pressure checks and inspection of controls and storage equipment.
We provide ongoing support for borehole and private water systems throughout Cornwall and Devon.
Domestic, Agricultural & Commercial Boreholes
We work with a wide range of private water applications, including homes and rural properties, farms and livestock operations, holiday accommodation, commercial premises and other properties requiring an independent water supply. Please do contact us today to learn more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does borehole water need filtration?
Not always, but many borehole supplies require some form of treatment. The correct treatment depends on the results of a water analysis and may include filtration, pH correction, iron or manganese removal and UV disinfection.
Can a borehole supply an entire house?
Yes. A correctly designed borehole system can provide water for an entire property, provided the borehole yield and system design are capable of meeting the property’s water demand.
How is borehole water pumped to the property?
Most systems use a submersible borehole pump. Depending on the installation, water may be pumped directly into a pressure system or into a storage tank before being boosted to the property.
How do you know what treatment a borehole requires?
We sample the source, no guess work is involved. We will discuss and breakdown the results for you, with a bespoke system design aligned to the water quantity, quality and demand.
Can you improve an existing borehole system?
Yes. Existing systems can often be upgraded with improved pumps, controls, storage, pressure equipment or water-treatment equipment.
Do you cover Cornwall and Devon?
Yes. Coast to Coast Water Engineering provides private water and borehole engineering services across Cornwall and Devon.
Need Help With a Borehole Water Supply?
Call Coast to Coast Water Engineering Ltd on 01726 447267 or contact us to discuss your borehole requirements in Cornwall or Devon.