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Borehole Water Treatment Guide for South African Properties
Borehole Water Treatment Guide for South African Properties
Borehole water often looks fine but still needs treatment. This guide explains how to think about borehole water before you install a system.
Key takeaways
- Borehole water can contain sediment, iron, hardness or taste issues.
- A water test or symptoms-based assessment should guide system design.
- Some boreholes need filtration, others need RO, and some need a treatment stack.
Recommended next step
Share a water test or photos of the symptoms and we can recommend the right treatment path.
Common borehole problems
- Sediment and turbidity
- Metal taste or smell
- Staining
- Hardness or scaling
Typical treatment stack
- Sediment pre-filtration
- Pressure support if needed
- Targeted filtration or RO
- Maintenance plan
Buying the right system
The best borehole solution depends on what you are trying to achieve: drinking water, appliance protection, site supply or business use.
Frequently asked questions
Do boreholes always need RO?
No. Some boreholes need only pre-filtration or targeted treatment.
Can you help with a commercial site?
Yes. We support domestic, business and industrial borehole projects.