How To Future Proof Your Farm With A Water Borehole
Future proofing your farm with a water borehole will provide you with the security you need to protect yourself from many of the unnecessary problems associated with a mains water supply. With unprecedented droughts and rising mains water bills, a water borehole might just be your farm’s saving grace.
Drought Resilience
Water boreholes provide a greater level of drought resilience in comparison to mains water supplies, making them a fantastic investment for the agricultural industry. The water source comes deep underground in the fissures that run through the rock. These fissures are replenished naturally, creating a reliable source of water that your borehole can draw upon for your use.
Without access to water, farmers could find themselves, their livestock and their crops substantially affected. Just one cow alone is estimated to need around 170L of water per day! Installing a water borehole is a highly efficient way to combat this, and to ensure a steady supply of water for all water-reliant farm activities, especially during a drought.
Water boreholes are therefore extremely beneficial for farms, as they offer deeper access to significant groundwater reserves. These reserves are much more reliable during droughts, in comparison to other water supplies which rely on surface water and shallower sources, offering an assurance that mains water supplies simply cannot match.
Minimised Costs
With ever-rising mains water bills, expected to increase by 26% by April 2026, many farmers are opting to install a water borehole. As a business that relies on extensive volumes of water usage, farmers are often hit with substantial bills in exchange for keeping their farms running.
Water boreholes offer a welcomed solution to previously extortionate water bills, as you are effectively installing your own private water supply. This means no more mains water bills! Farmers are able to use up to 20,000 litres per day with no licenses required, making the installation extremely cost effective over time. After the initial investment, farmers can expect to save thousands of pounds per year on water usage from the switch. If you are likely to exceed 20,000 litres per day, our team can also advise you on the abstraction license you will need in order to use more water (which you can read more about here).
Our team at Dragon Drilling will always make sure that water boreholes are a viable option for your location, carrying out essential evaluations to determine your potential water supply and ensure it functions to the best of its ability. We can also help you with regular maintenance, and recommend you take advantage of our aftercare package to keep everything running efficiently and safely.
Property Value
Water boreholes may also increase the value of your property, helping to secure your future by giving your farm increased appeal if you ever need to sell. This is particularly prevalent in areas with a scarcity of water, with England facing a 5 billion litre a day shortfall for public water supplies by 2055.
Having a water borehole also means that your farm will not be affected by mains water supply issues, like burst pipes or planned maintenance. You also have greater control over water quality, which Dragon Drilling can help to tailor to your needs through special testing and treatments if necessary.
It is therefore clear to see how having your own private water supply is an attractive feature, both now and in the future. By providing security, independence and financial benefits that are highly advantageous to the farming industry, water boreholes are a smart investment that are well worth considering.
If you’d like any further information on water boreholes for farms, please reach out to the team to discuss your options.