Starting a borehole project with Bestcare Borehole Drilling in Machakos involves a structured, client-focused process that emphasizes surveys, permits, and efficient execution.
Initial Contact
Reach out to Bestcare via phone at 0722554435 or 0722466091, or visit their site at bestcareboreholedrilling.co.ke for Machakos-specific inquiries. Provide details like your location, project scope (e.g., home, farm, or commercial use), urgency, and budget constraints. Their team responds quickly with tailored advice, including a no-obligation quote based on preliminary info.
Site Survey and Assessment
Bestcare dispatches geologists and technicians for a hydrogeological survey to pinpoint the optimal drilling spot, assess aquifer depth, and evaluate soil/rock conditions—vital in Machakos’s variable geology. This step, costing around KSh 20,000-50,000, includes detailed reports on estimated yield, water table, and recommended depth (typically 50-200m locally). Expect this within days of contact, ensuring data-driven planning.
Permits and Documentation
Secure required approvals with Bestcare’s assistance: land ownership proof, hydrological report (from their survey), water quality analysis, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) from NEMA, and a Water Resources Authority (WRA) permit. They guide you through these, often handling submissions to speed things up and ensure compliance, avoiding delays common in Machakos projects.
Contract and Quotation
Review and sign a formal contract outlining depth, diameter (e.g., 4-8 inches), casing, pump installation, and total costs (KSh 2,000-4,000 per meter, plus extras). Pricing remains transparent, factoring geology and specs, with flexible payment plans for affordability.
Drilling Execution
Post-contract, the team arrives with rigs, support trucks, and “Down-The-Hole” (DTH) equipment; site prep takes about 3 hours, including mud pits. Drilling proceeds with air compression, sampling rocks every 2 meters, and monitoring water strikes for yield estimates. Casing, gravel packing, and development follow to filter water effectively.
Installation and Testing
Install submersible pumps, storage tanks if needed, and test for flow rate (e.g., liters per hour) and quality via lab analysis. Bestcare cleans the site post-work, restoring it to original condition.
Aftercare and Maintenance
Opt for their maintenance contracts to monitor yield, pumps, and repairs, ensuring long-term reliability with a 98% success rate backing their work. Full projects wrap in 1-2 weeks, transforming water access for Machakos users
