This post is related to some frequently asked questions related borehole in Cape Town.
-
What Is The Difference Between Borehole Water And Municipality Water?
Some people think that municipality water is better than borehole water. However, the people who use borehole water think that borehole water is better. So, the question is “Which of the water is good”. Frankly, in my personal view, I think that borehole water is a better choice in plenty of ways.
-
If I Have A Borehole Already, Do I Need To Register My Borehole With Someone?
While in most cases a municipality will not charge you for the water drawn from a borehole, but there are some considerable costs associated with the sinking of the borehole Cape Town. We can say ‘no’ in relation to boreholes but ‘yes’ within the Cape Town Municipality jurisdiction. But, in both cases, you need to notify the municipality of the fact that you draw water from your borehole.
-
Who Is Responsible For The Water The Quality That Comes Out Of The Borehole?
The answer is only you are and the municipality cannot be held liable for the poor quality of the water. Therefore, you must test the quality of your borehole water regularly to make sure that it is safe to drink and to use for other households. Several municipalities empower themselves through their Health Regulations to call for particulars of your water source, proof that the water quality is safe, and some even need that a certificate is submitted yearly (or when requested by a Health Officer) as proof of same.
-
How Much Does A Borehole Cost?
There are a lot of factors which can affect the cost of a borehole installation such as underlying hydrogeology, location, the type of pump required and amount of water required. There are many borehole installation companies that provide, free no obligation quotations, just call them or fill out their contact form.
-
How Much Electricity Does A Borehole Use?
This also depends on the scale of the submersible pump installed but a small pump for normal use, for example, less than 20m3/day abstraction will be cheap to run.
-
Do I Pay Anything To The Municipality For Water If I Have A Borehole?
No, you do not need to pay anything but you might be charged for sewer generated based on the water drawn from your borehole system. Cape Town Municipality reserves the right to install a meter to measure how much is drawn from the borehole, however, doesn’t charge anything for water drawn as a result of the borehole at present.
-
Do I Need Any Authority Or License To Drill A Borehole?
It depends on where your property is located. For example- If it is in the jurisdiction of Cape Town Metropolitan Municipality, then you don’t need any permission. On the other site if it is in the jurisdiction of your living town, then you do need permission from the municipality before drilling.
Read More: Well Points CanDewater Uniform Soil
What Is The Difference Between Borehole Water And Municipality Water?
Some people think that municipality water is better than borehole water. However, the people who use borehole water think that borehole water is better. So, the question is “Which of the water is good”. Frankly, in my personal view, I think that borehole water is a better choice in plenty of ways.
If I Have A Borehole Already, Do I Need To Register My Borehole With Someone?
While in most cases a municipality will not charge you for the water drawn from a borehole, but there are some considerable costs associated with the sinking of the borehole Cape Town. We can say ‘no’ in relation to boreholes but ‘yes’ within the Cape Town Municipality jurisdiction. But, in both cases, you need to notify the municipality of the fact that you draw water from your borehole.
Who Is Responsible For The Water The Quality That Comes Out Of The Borehole?
The answer is only you are and the municipality cannot be held liable for the poor quality of the water. Therefore, you must test the quality of your borehole water regularly to make sure that it is safe to drink and to use for other households. Several municipalities empower themselves through their Health Regulations to call for particulars of your water source, proof that the water quality is safe, and some even need that a certificate is submitted yearly (or when requested by a Health Officer) as proof of same.
How Much Does A Borehole Cost?
There are a lot of factors which can affect the cost of a borehole installation such as underlying hydrogeology, location, the type of pump required and amount of water required. There are many borehole installation companies that provide, free no obligation quotations, just call them or fill out their contact form.
How Much Electricity Does A Borehole Use?
This also depends on the scale of the submersible pump installed but a small pump for normal use, for example, less than 20m3/day abstraction will be cheap to run.
Do I Pay Anything To The Municipality For Water If I Have A Borehole?
No, you do not need to pay anything but you might be charged for sewer generated based on the water drawn from your borehole system. Cape Town Municipality reserves the right to install a meter to measure how much is drawn from the borehole, however, doesn’t charge anything for water drawn as a result of the borehole at present.
Do I Need Any Authority Or License To Drill A Borehole?
It depends on where your property is located. For example- If it is in the jurisdiction of Cape Town Metropolitan Municipality, then you don’t need any permission. On the other site if it is in the jurisdiction of your living town, then you do need permission from the municipality before drilling.
No comments:
Post a Comment