From your first postto running water.
Four simple steps — with a proper survey before anyone drills, and your money held until you approve each stage.
How a borehole is made — in 16 seconds
Survey, drill, case, test, pump. Then start your own project in a minute.
Resistivity tests find where the water is — before anyone drills.
The rig drills through soil and rock; every water strike is logged.
Casing keeps the hole open; screens let clean water in at the aquifer.
Yield and drawdown are measured, so the pump is sized right.
Pump, tank and handover. You approve — then the contractor is paid.
How a project runs on Matters AquaLink
From the hydrogeological survey to the pump handover, every stage is on record.
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Post your project
Tell us where your site is and what you need. It’s free and takes about 5 minutes.
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Compare quotations
Verified contractors quote survey, depth, casing, pump and warranty in the same format.
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Sign and fund
Sign in-app and fund the first milestone. The money is held safely, not paid out.
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Approve and release
Review photos, drilling logs and test results, then release each stage.
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You fund one milestone at a time. The money is held by Matters AquaLink, not paid to the contractor.
Photos, drilling logs and pumping-test results are uploaded before you approve and release a stage.
If something goes wrong, open a dispute. Held funds stay held while our team reviews the evidence.
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Registration, permits and insurance checked and dated on every profile.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a borehole cost?
It depends on depth, geology, casing, pump type and distance to site. Quotations on the platform are itemised so you can see exactly where costs differ between contractors.
Can a contractor guarantee water?
No. Groundwater varies. A hydrogeological or geophysical survey reduces the risk of a dry well, and every quotation must state what happens if drilling is unsuccessful.
How do milestone payments work?
You fund each milestone as set out in the contract. Funds are held until you approve the evidence for that milestone. Payments in this release are simulated; production will use a licensed provider.
What if I’m not satisfied with the work?
Request a clarification or open a dispute with evidence from your project workspace. Our team reviews both sides and records every decision.
Who sees my location and documents?
Only you and our verification team. Contractors see your general area when quoting, and your exact location after you sign a contract.
How long does it take?
Quotations usually arrive within 2–5 days. Once agreed, most domestic and farm boreholes are completed within 2–4 weeks, depending on the rig schedule and testing.
Still have a question? Contact our team
Start with a free project post
Verified contractors send itemised quotations — you choose, sign and pay by milestone.