Hydrogeological Assessments
Igne’s hydrogeological assessments evaluate groundwater availability, yield, and impact, supporting borehole feasibility, abstraction licensing, and sustainable water supply design.
Private Water Systems
For homes, farms, and businesses that require an independent water source, a private water system provides a reliable and cost-effective alternative to mains supply.
About
Complete Design, Installation, and Maintenance Solutions
Whether you need water for drinking, irrigation, industrial processes, or livestock, a well-designed private water system ensures consistent, high-quality water that meets your exact needs.
At Igne, we specialise in the design, installation, and maintenance of private water systems, including boreholes, pumps, tanks, treatment systems, and reservoirs. Our expertise ensures a dependable water supply that is sustainable, compliant, and tailored to your site requirements.
Expertly Designed
Private Water System Design
A successful private water system starts with expert design. Igne provides bespoke system planning, ensuring that every element is optimised for efficiency, water quality, and long-term reliability.
Key factors in private water system design:
- Water demand assessment. Calculating daily and peak usage to determine the required system capacity.
- Source selection. Identifying suitable water sources such as boreholes, wells, or surface water.
- Pump & pressure system design. Ensuring the system delivers consistent flow at the required pressure and flow rates.
- Storage solutions. Sizing tanks or reservoirs to provide a buffer for high-demand and peak water requirement periods.
- Water treatment requirements. Designing filtration and purification systems to ensure safe water.
- Regulatory compliance. Meeting UK environmental and water safety standards.
By carefully planning the system from the outset, Igne ensures efficient operation, minimising maintenance and operational costs in the long run.
Installation
Private Water System Installation
Once the system design is finalised, we provide expert installation services, ensuring that all components are correctly fitted, tested, and commissioned for immediate use.
What’s Included in Installation?
- Borehole drilling & well construction. Creating a reliable groundwater source.
- Pump installation. Selecting and fitting the appropriate pump for efficient water extraction.
- Tank & reservoir setup. Installing storage solutions to manage supply fluctuations.
- Pipework & distribution system. Ensuring a seamless connection to your property or irrigation system.
- Booster pump installation. Ensuring capacity for flow rates and pressures required.
- Water treatment installation. Setting up filtration, UV disinfection, or softening systems as required.
- Automation & monitoring. Implementing smart controls for efficient system operation.
Every installation is carried out with precision and compliance, ensuring durability and peak performance.
About Pumps
Borehole and Booster Pumps for Private Water Systems
Pumps are the heart of any private water system, ensuring water is transported efficiently from the source to the point of use.
Pump solutions offered by Igne:
- Submersible borehole pumps
Which are designed for deep water extraction with low energy consumption. - Surface-mounted booster pumps.
These can be used to increase pressure in distribution systems. - Variable Speed Drive (VSD) pumps
Which adjust power based on demand to enhance efficiency. - Solar-powered pumps
These are super sustainable solutions for off-grid locations. - High-capacity agricultural & industrial pumps.
These meet large-scale water supply needs. - Permanent magnet motor pumps.
These provide energy efficient operation. By reducing operational energy requirements, permanent magnet motor borehole pumps provide a carbon reduction and cost saving.
Proper pump selection and installation prevent pressure loss, energy waste, and maintenance issues.
About Storage
Water Storage: Tanks and Reservoirs
A private water system often requires storage to maintain a steady supply and act as a buffer during peak demand or pump downtime.
Storage solutions provided by Igne:
- Above-ground & underground storage tanks
Ensuring a constant water reserve. - Reservoirs for high-demand users
Holding large volumes for irrigation, livestock, or industrial use. - Pressure vessels
Regulating system pressure for efficient water distribution. - Automated level monitoring
Ensuring tanks maintain optimal water levels without manual intervention.
Storage solutions are customised to your site conditions, ensuring maximum reliability and efficiency.
About Water Treatment
Water Treatment for Private Water Systems
Not all private water sources meet drinking water standards. Igne provides comprehensive water treatment solutions to ensure your supply is safe, clean, and compliant.
Common water treatment solutions:
- Filtration systems
Removing sediment, iron, and manganese. - UV disinfection
Destroying bacteria, viruses, and pathogens without chemicals. - Water softening
Reducing limescale caused by hard water. - Reverse osmosis & deionisation
Producing high-purity water for specialised applications. - pH correction
Balancing acidity or alkalinity for safe water usage.
We tailor water treatment solutions to your specific water quality and usage needs.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Private Water Systems
- Do I need planning permission for a private water system?
Most private water systems do not require planning permission, but boreholes and reservoirs may need approval depending on location and size.
- How much water can I abstract from a private borehole?
In England and Wales, you can abstract up to 20 cubic metres per day without requiring an abstraction licence; in Scotland the limit is 10 cubic meters.
- What is the lifespan of a private water system?
With proper maintenance, boreholes can last 50+ years, pumps 10-15 years, and storage tanks decades.
- Can I use a private water system for drinking water?
Yes, but water must be tested and treated to meet drinking water standards.
- How often should a private water system be serviced?
Regular servicing every 12 months ensures continued efficiency and compliance.
The Next Step
A well-designed and properly maintained private water system provides security, independence, and cost savings
Our expertise in borehole drilling, pump installation, water treatment, and storage solutions ensures your system is efficient, durable, and tailored to your needs.
Contact us today to discuss your private water system requirements and take control of your independent water supply.
Licencing Applications
Igne supports abstraction and discharge licensing applications with expert hydrogeological insight ensuring your water supply is fully compliant, sustainable, and approved wherever you are in the UK.
Drilling & Lining
Igne delivers precision drilling and professional lining installations for water and geothermal boreholes - protecting yield, water quality, and long-term performance.
Water Treatment
Igne provides tailored water treatment solutions for boreholes and private supplies ensuring clean, compliant water for drinking, irrigation, production, or process use.
Water Analysis
Igne’s water sampling and analysis service identifies chemical, biological, and physical properties ensuring your borehole supply is safe, compliant, and fit for purpose.
Test Pumping
Igne’s test pumping services assess groundwater yield and aquifer performance providing the data needed for abstraction licensing, borehole design, and long-term reliability.
Borehole Pumps
A borehole is only as effective as the pump that extracts water from it. Choosing the right borehole pump is essential for ensuring a consistent, efficient, and sustainable water supply.
Borehole Design
Igne’s expert borehole design service ensures your system is tailored to site conditions, demand, and regulation, thus supporting sustainable, high-performance water supply.
Abstraction Borehole Real Time Digital Monitoring Systems
Igne designs and installs real-time digital monitoring systems for abstraction boreholes enabling accurate data tracking, compliance reporting, and smart water management.
Drilling Consultancy
Igne’s drilling consultants provide expert guidance on borehole design, feasibility, compliance, and delivery reducing risk and improving outcomes from day one.
Pump Installation
Igne supplies and installs borehole pumps for homes, farms, and industry ensuring consistent water pressure, system longevity, and expert aftercare from day one.
Private Water Systems
Igne designs, drills, and maintains private water systems delivering reliable, sustainable water supply solutions tailored to your land, usage, and long-term needs.