A borehole that worked perfectly last year can lose yield, pump can fail, or water quality can change without warning. In Ghana's climate — heavy rains, dry seasons, and variable ground conditions — borehole problems are common. The good news: most issues are fixable if caught early, and far cheaper to repair than to drill again.
Signs Your Borehole Needs Repair or Servicing
📉 Reduced water flow
Pump running but producing less water than before — often caused by silting, pump wear, or dropping water table.
🚫 No water at all
Complete loss of supply — could be pump failure, power fault, airlock, or collapsed casing.
🟤 Sandy or cloudy water
Sand or silt in the water indicates damaged pump screen or borehole silting up from the base.
🟠 Orange or rusty water
High iron content — may indicate corroded casing, pump impeller damage, or changing aquifer chemistry.
⚡ Tripping breaker
Pump repeatedly trips the circuit breaker — motor overload, wiring fault, or pump binding on silt.
💰 Rising electricity bill
A worn pump draws more power than normal to produce the same flow — servicing or replacement needed.
Borehole Repair Services We Offer in Ghana
Borehole pump repairs & pump servicing
We pull the pump, inspect all components — impellers, motor windings, bearings, cable insulation — and repair or replace worn parts. A pump service extends pump life from 3–5 years to 8–12 years. Available for all major brands including Pedrollo, Grundfos, DAB, and Franklin Electric.
Borehole flushing & jetting
Over time, fine sediment accumulates at the base of the borehole, reducing yield. We flush and jet the borehole to remove accumulated silt and restore flow rates. Most boreholes recover 70–100% of their original yield after professional flushing.
Borehole rehabilitation
For boreholes with significant yield loss, we conduct a full rehabilitation — flushing, redevelopment, screen cleaning, and yield testing — to restore the borehole to as close to original production as possible.
Casing repair & replacement
Corroded or collapsed PVC casing allows fine material to enter the borehole and can cause contamination. We inspect and repair casing using CCTV borehole camera surveys and liner installation where needed.
Electrical & control system repairs
Faulty switchboxes, damaged cable, failed pressure switches, and incorrect overload settings are common causes of borehole pump failures in Ghana. We diagnose and repair the full electrical system.
Borehole water quality testing & treatment
If your water quality has changed — new colour, taste, or smell — we test the water and recommend the appropriate treatment system. Iron filters, UV sterilisers, and reverse osmosis systems supplied and installed.
Borehole Maintenance Schedule for Ghana
| Service | Recommended Frequency |
|---|---|
| Visual inspection & flow check | Monthly |
| Water quality test | Every 6 months |
| Full pump service | Annually |
| Borehole flushing | Annually or when yield drops |
| Electrical system check | Annually |
| Full borehole rehabilitation | Every 3–5 years |
| Pump replacement | Every 5–10 years |
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How much does borehole repair cost in Ghana?
Borehole repair costs in Ghana depend on the fault — pump service, flushing, rehabilitation, or casing repair all have different costs. Request a quote from AquaProbe this month and save up to 50%.
Can a dry borehole be repaired in Ghana?
It depends on why it's "dry." If the pump has failed, there's an electrical fault, or the borehole has silted up — it can be repaired and restored. If the aquifer has genuinely dried up (rare), rehabilitation or redrilling may be needed. We diagnose first before recommending action.
How long does borehole rehabilitation take in Ghana?
A standard borehole flush and redevelopment takes 1–2 days. Full rehabilitation including CCTV inspection, flushing, screen cleaning and yield testing typically takes 2–4 days.
How often should a borehole pump be serviced in Ghana?
Annual pump servicing is recommended for all boreholes in Ghana. In areas with high iron content, sandy formations, or heavy usage, servicing every 6 months is advisable. Regular servicing extends pump life significantly and prevents total failure.
Can AquaProbe repair any brand of borehole pump in Ghana?
Yes. We service and repair all major borehole pump brands available in Ghana including Pedrollo, Grundfos, DAB, Franklin Electric, and most generic DC solar pumps. Contact us with your pump model for availability.