WATER DRILLING
Silver City Drilling is a leading water drilling and borehole drilling company, delivering expert groundwater extraction services for projects across Australia. Our licensed team specialises in drilling and installing water bores for stock water, domestic water, irrigation, and horticultural purposes, ensuring compliance with all environmental and regulatory standards.
Stock & Domestic Water Bore Drilling
We provide complete stock and domestic water bore drilling solutions — from site assessment and water analysis to system design and installation.
Our experienced drillers can advise on the most cost-effective bore systems and guide you through maintenance and water permit requirements. Whether you need a new water bore or upgrades to an existing one, we ensure long-term, reliable water access.
Irrigation & Horticultural Water Bores
Large-scale irrigation projects demand specialised expertise. Silver City Drilling excels in irrigation bore drilling for farms, orchards, vineyards, and horticultural operations.
We use industry-leading drilling techniques to handle any geological challenge, designing systems that meet your exact flow and pressure needs.
Artesian Water Bore Drilling
Our team includes National Water Well Licensed Class 3 Drillers (GAB – Hot Water Endorsed) and staff with advanced drilling qualifications. We operate state-of-the-art drilling rigs to deliver deep artesian bores, successfully completing projects over 1,600 metres with flow rates exceeding 60 L/sec.
Bore Monitoring & Sampling
Silver City Drilling offers bore monitoring and water sampling services for both small-scale stock bores and multi-million-dollar mining operations. We have in-house equipment to monitor bores from 40mm nominal diameter upwards, ensuring water quality and compliance.
Bore Rehabilitation Services
If your water bore is underperforming, we provide bore rehabilitation services using advanced diagnostic equipment to identify and fix problems. Solutions include re-sleeving bores with new casing and screens to restore full water flow.
Complete Water Bore System Design
From single-bore installations to turnkey multi-bore water supply projects, our design team handles every stage — planning, drilling, supply, installation, and commissioning. We select only the most suitable products and components to deliver long-lasting, efficient systems.
