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QUESTION & ANSWER
Water Wells
Q: How long does it take to drill a borehole?
A: Usually between 2-6 days is required on average. It depends on the material we will have to drill through and the depth.
Q: Do I need a license or Planning Permission to drill a borehole well?
A: No license or planning permission is needed for anyone who wishes to extract up to 20,000 liters of water per day!
Q: What if I want to extract over 20,000 liters of water per day?
A: You will then need to apply for an Abstraction license.
Q: Is borehole water safe to drink?
A: Most of the time, borehole water is safe to drink. Testing can be done to determine if the water has a high concentration of minerals or is contaminated in any other way. After that adequate filtration can be installed.
Q: Do you need to put any chemicals in the water to purify it?
A: No harmful chemicals are needed for your borehole water, unlike the water you get from the mains. All you would need to do is get the water tested and if necessary install filter units.
Q: How much can I save having my own private borehole well?
A: It depends on your water usage and location. For example, a location that is far from any water mains might benefit in terms of savings more from a borehole. Farms, especially dairy farms save a huge amount of money from boreholes and usually, they return their investment in just a few months. Even for single domestic users, this is a good option as it provides you with unlimited pure water with only the cost of running a pump. However, if you run it using renewable energy like wind or solar then your water becomes 100%
FREE.
Q: How do I know if there is water under my land?
A: You have 2 options. 1 get a Hydrogeology report. 2 Get a water diviner to search for water.
In some cases, a water diviner can find a water source even if a hydrogeology report says there are no suitable water supplies/aquifers. We can assist you with both.
Q: But I live in a town, not in the countryside.
A: No worries, you can still drill a borehole even in a small garden as our equipment is compact and effective.
Q: Will I still be able to water my garden during a water restriction?
A: Yes, borehole wells are your own private water supply and restriction will not involve you.
Q: Will you provide a full service including connecting up the borehole to my house?
A: Yes we will do everything from drilling the boreholes to connecting up your filters, tanks, and other units. No need to find separate contractors.
Q: Okay, I want a borehole. What's next?
A: Contact us and we can provide you with a quotation.
Ground Source Heat Pumps
Q: How much does it cost?
A: It all depends on your needs and system. It's very much tailored to your house. Please contact us to discuss this further.
Q: Do I need a license or Planning Permission to drill boreholes for GSHPs?
A: No license or planning permission is needed for the drilling itself in most areas of the UK. For open-loop GSHPs, if you are required to extract over 20,000 liters per day, you would require an Abstraction License
Q: How many meters will you need to drill?
A: This depends on your geology and heating system required. Please contact us and we will give you an estimate. For an accurate assessment, we get our design specialists to calculate the necessary depth and layout for achieving the most optimal setup.
Q: I would like a full system installed, will you do that for me?
A: Yes we offer a full installation solution. From design to drilling and commissioning.
Q: I have underfloor heating, can I install a GSHP?
A: Yes GSHPs paired with underfloor heating offer the most efficient heating.
Q: How much can I save with a GSHP?
A: It depends on your property size, geology, existing radiators, and insulation level. Heat pumps are the most efficient heating methods available. Paired with renewable power like solar or wind, you can lower your heating bill to zero.
Q: Should I go for a closed-loop system or open-loop system?
A: Open-loop systems work by extracting water from a well, passing it through a heat pump and reinjecting the spent water back into the aquifer (This water can also be used around the house for other uses). This method very much depends on your geology and if there is sufficient water at an economically viable depth. Closed-loop systems don't extract anything from the ground apart from heat. Glycol solution is circulated in a loop of pipes installed in boreholes. This method doesn't require any water. To determine which method is right for you, please get in touch with us.
Q: But I live in a town, not in the countryside, and have limited space.
A: No worries, drilling boreholes for GSHPs do not require a lot of space, unlike horizontal GSHPs. Most of the time you would require 1-2 boreholes for the majority of properties.
Q: Okay, I want a GSHP. What's next?
A: Contact us and we can provide you with a quotation and guidance every step of the way.
