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Borehole Head-Works are Flooded or Dirty

An unsealed borehole head allows contamination from the surface to enter directly into the water source.

What you’ll usually notice

You may notice: – contaminated water tests – debris around borehole – visible surface water entering

What’s normally behind it

This usually happens when the borehole is not properly sealed. Typical causes include: – low casing height – poor finishing – open or damaged caps

Why quick fixes don’t stick

Disinfecting without sealing the source does not prevent recontamination.

How this is normally handled

Water Usage Monitoring & Metering

This service diagnoses the real cause and fixes the system properly, not just the symptom.

What actually fixes it

This problem is normally handled by sealing and protecting the borehole head properly.

What you can check yourself

You can check a few things yourself:
– inspect area after rain
– check for standing water near casing

When to call someone in

If contamination is possible, the borehole needs proper sealing.

Why does my borehole water look dirty or sandy?

Dirty or sandy borehole water usually indicates poor borehole development, pump placement issues, or the need for proper sediment and media filtration.

Why do filters block so quickly?

Filters blocking quickly is often due to incorrect filter selection, unexpected water quality issues, high sediment loads, or lack of staged pre-filtration.

Why is my water pressure low?

Low water pressure is usually caused by undersized pumps, incorrect pressure settings, pipe restrictions, or supply limitations from municipal, borehole, or tank-fed systems.

Why does my pump keep switching on and off?

Rapid pump cycling is typically caused by pressure tank issues, incorrect pressure switch settings, leaks, or pumps that are oversized for the system demand.

When should I call a water system professional?

You should call a professional when problems repeat, systems behave unpredictably, pumps fail regularly, or when you need clarity before making costly system changes.