Borehole Installation Welgelegen: compare quotes from independent contractors for boreholes, pumps, tanks and treatment in Welgelegen.
- Your street or suburb in Welgelegen and erf size.
- Depths and yields of neighbouring boreholes, if known.
- Rig access: gate width, slope, walls and overhead cables.
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Compare Borehole QuotesBorehole Prices in Welgelegen
| 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 Welgelegen 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 Welgelegen
- Welgelegen is on the Tygerberg Hills, where Malmesbury shale replaces the Cape Flats sands.
- Malmesbury shale usually gives low yields, often under 2 litres a second, and the water can be salty.
What Affects Borehole Work in Welgelegen
- Sloping erven and boundary walls can limit rig access.
- Low-yield boreholes are usually paired with a storage tank.
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 Welgelegen
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Borehole Installation Welgelegen FAQs
Can I use a wellpoint in Welgelegen?
Usually not. The ground is mostly rock, so a drilled borehole is needed. Ask for the depth limit and dry-hole terms in writing.
Do I need permission for a borehole in Welgelegen?
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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