Assess
We look at the borehole's depth, water level and yield, and at how much water you use each day.
Water Systems
The right pump, installed the right way.
The pump decides how well your borehole serves you every day. A badly matched pump wastes power, strains the borehole and fails early. We size the pump to the borehole and to how much water you actually use.
What we do
- Pump selection based on borehole depth, water level, yield and daily demand
- Submersible pump installation, cabling and controls
- Solar-powered pumping to cut fuel and electricity costs
- Controls that help protect the pump from running dry and from unstable power
- Connection to your tank and supply line, then testing
- Handover with simple operating guidance and after-service support
Signs your pump needs attention
- Water pressure has dropped or the tank takes much longer to fill
- The pump trips, hums or runs without delivering water
- You are spending heavily on fuel or electricity to pump water
- Sand or air is coming through your taps
- You have a new borehole that needs equipping
How it works
One accountable team from the first call to the day the water flows, and after.
Recommend
We recommend a pump and a power option (grid, generator or solar) and explain the trade-offs.
Install
We install the pump, cable and controls and connect them to your tank and supply.
Test and hand over
We run the system, check the flow and show you how to operate it.
Why Onyx for pumps
Because we drill boreholes, we size pumps from the borehole's real numbers, not from a catalogue. An oversized pump can draw a borehole down too fast, and an undersized one cannot meet demand. Getting the match right protects both the pump and the borehole, and we stay on hand for servicing afterwards.
1,986+Boreholes drilled
1,579+Residential
289+Agricultural
118+Industrial
Frequently asked questions
Which pump do I need?
It depends on borehole depth, water level, yield and daily use. We size the pump to your borehole, not to a catalogue.
Should I choose solar or grid power?
Solar can reduce running costs and keep water flowing when the grid is unreliable. The right choice depends on your demand and budget, and we explain the trade-offs before you decide.
Can I keep my existing pump?
Possibly. We inspect it first and tell you honestly whether it suits the borehole and your needs.
My pump keeps tripping. What should I do?
Switch it off and do not keep restarting it. Repeated tripping can point to a problem with the pump, the wiring, the power supply or the borehole itself. Call us and we will find the cause.
Will you connect the tank and plumbing?
Yes. Installation includes connecting the pump to your tank and supply, then testing the system before handover. We can also build the tank stand and install the tank.
How long will my pump last?
It depends on pump quality, correct sizing, water quality and how the pump is used. Proper sizing and routine checks help it last longer.
Related services
Most projects combine more than one service. We can deliver them together, so you deal with one team.
Tank Installation
Steel tank stands (stanchions) and water tanks, sized to your use and built to carry the weight.
Learn moreBorehole Maintenance
Inspection, repair and rehabilitation of boreholes and pumps, including ones we did not drill.
Learn moreIrrigation Systems
Drip, sprinkler and solar-powered irrigation designed around your borehole's yield.
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Maintenance
Borehole MaintenanceHave a water project in mind?
Talk to our team about surveys, drilling, pumps or a complete water system. We will give you honest advice and a clear quote.