Borehole Installation Edgemead: compare quotes from independent contractors for boreholes, wellpoints, pumps and tanks in Edgemead.
- Your street or suburb in Edgemead and erf size.
- Whether neighbours have boreholes or wellpoints.
- Rig access: gate width, slope, walls and overhead cables.
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Compare Borehole QuotesBorehole Prices in Edgemead
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Drilling only, per metre | R380 - R1,200 |
| Complete domestic borehole | R50,000 - R220,000+ |
| Submersible pump, supplied and installed | R15,000 - R45,000 |
| Water survey and siting | R5,000 - R12,000 |
Ballpark figures, not quotations. Cape Town metro figures; none are published for Edgemead alone. Checked October 2026; not our prices. Confirm VAT on every quote.
Sources:
- OurPower, borehole drilling cost by city (October 2026)
- Borehole Drilling Cape Town, borehole drilling prices Cape Town (2026, VAT exclusive)
Ground and Water in Edgemead
- No published groundwater study covers Edgemead street by street, so neighbours' boreholes and a site check are the best guide.
- Have the water tested before using it in the house or on salt-sensitive plants.
What Affects Borehole Work in Edgemead
- In complexes and sectional-title schemes, drilling on common property usually needs body corporate or HOA approval first.
- Corner and sloping erven need rig access checked.
City of Cape Town Rules
- Apply to the City at least 14 days before a borehole or wellpoint is sunk, then register it once it is in.
- Borehole and wellpoint water use must be metered, and records kept.
Using borehole water inside the house needs City approval. See borehole installation in Cape Town for the full rules.
Borehole Services in Edgemead
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Borehole Installation Edgemead FAQs
Wellpoint or borehole in Edgemead?
There is no published local data, so ask contractors what nearby properties use. A wellpoint only works in sand with shallow water; otherwise a borehole is needed.
Do I need permission for a borehole in Edgemead?
Yes, from the City of Cape Town: apply at least 14 days before sinking it and register it afterwards. Household use needs no national registration.
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