How much does it cost to drill a borehole in Lagos?

Shallow Lagos boreholes typically cost ₦800,000 – ₦1,600,000 in 2026. Deeper drilling into harder terrain, or sites needing extensive casing, moves toward ₦2m and above.

Do I need treatment if my borehole water looks clear?

Yes — clear water can still carry dissolved iron, hardness and bacteria. A lab test costing ₦25,000 – ₦80,000 tells you exactly which stages you need.

How long does a borehole take to complete?

Drilling usually takes one to three days; pump installation, tank and treatment add a further three to seven days.

How often should filters be serviced?

Sediment and carbon media are typically replaced every 6–12 months, and RO membranes every two to three years depending on feed quality.

Cost guide

How much does a borehole and water treatment cost in Nigeria?

A borehole is only half the job — untreated groundwater in most Nigerian cities carries iron, hardness or bacteria that damage appliances and health. Budget for drilling, pumping and treatment together. Depth, geology and casing standard drive most of the price difference between a ₦900,000 borehole and a ₦4m one.

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Prices updated August 2026 · Nigeria

Typical price ranges

Item	Typical cost	Notes
Shallow borehole (60–100ft, soft terrain)	₦800,000 – ₦1,600,000	Common in parts of Lagos, Bayelsa and Delta.
Deep borehole (150–300ft)	₦2,000,000 – ₦4,500,000	Required in Abuja, Jos, Enugu and most rocky terrain.
Submersible pump + control panel	₦350,000 – ₦1,200,000	Sized by depth and head; solar-pump option adds ₦600k+.
Overhead tank and stand	₦450,000 – ₦1,800,000	1,000–5,000 litre tank on steel or block stand.
Iron / hardness filtration skid	₦300,000 – ₦1,500,000	Sand, carbon and softener stages sized by flow rate.
Reverse osmosis drinking unit	₦180,000 – ₦900,000	Under-sink to light commercial capacity.
Water quality lab test	₦25,000 – ₦80,000	Do this before buying any treatment equipment.

Ranges reflect quotes commonly seen on SustifyHomes across Nigerian states. Final pricing depends on site conditions and equipment availability.

Water treatment calculator

Size a purification system from daily consumption.

People served

Litres per person per day (L)

Treatment hours per day (hours)

Daily demand: 720 litres/day
Required flow rate: 90 litres/hour
Treated storage: 1,080 litres

Indicative project budget

₦1,114,000 – ₦1,671,000

Estimate only. Verified providers confirm the final quote after a site assessment.

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What changes the price

Geology and depth

Rocky terrain needs percussion or rotary rigs and more casing, which is the single biggest cost driver.

Water chemistry

High iron, hardness or salinity changes the treatment train entirely. Always test before specifying.

Daily demand

A household of six at 120 litres per person needs roughly 720 litres a day; commercial demand scales pumps, storage and filter size.

Power source

Solar pumping removes recurring diesel and grid cost but adds upfront panels, controller and sometimes a dedicated tank.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to drill a borehole in Lagos?: Shallow Lagos boreholes typically cost ₦800,000 – ₦1,600,000 in 2026. Deeper drilling into harder terrain, or sites needing extensive casing, moves toward ₦2m and above.
Do I need treatment if my borehole water looks clear?: Yes — clear water can still carry dissolved iron, hardness and bacteria. A lab test costing ₦25,000 – ₦80,000 tells you exactly which stages you need.
How long does a borehole take to complete?: Drilling usually takes one to three days; pump installation, tank and treatment add a further three to seven days.
How often should filters be serviced?: Sediment and carbon media are typically replaced every 6–12 months, and RO membranes every two to three years depending on feed quality.

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