From Borehole to Water Refill Station: A Step-by-Step Plan
- Borehole abstraction is regulated by the Water Resources Authority (WRA)
- Test yield and water quality before buying treatment
- Borehole water usually needs RO (salt, fluoride, hardness)
- Raw-water storage protects you from pump and power problems
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Step 1: Permits and yield
Confirm your borehole has the required permit from the Water Resources Authority (WRA) and know its safe yield (litres per hour) from the pump test.
Step 2: Test the water
A laboratory report shows TDS, fluoride, iron, hardness and bacteria. See how to read a water test report.
Step 3: Pump and storage
Size a submersible pump to the yield and depth, and pump into a raw-water tank. See choosing a pump and storage tanks.
Step 4: Treatment and refill station
H-TECH 125 LPH 3-in-1 Borehole RO Water Vending MachineKSh 330,000
H-Tech RO Vending Station 125 LPHKSh 370,000
H-Tech RO Vending Station 125 LPH with AntiscalantKSh 420,000
H-Tech RO Vending Station 250 LPHKSh 490,000
H-Tech RO Vending Station 250 LPH with AntiscalantKSh 540,000
H-Tech 3-in-1 Borehole RO 500 LPHKSh 550,000| Model | Size / capacity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H-TECH 125 LPH 3-in-1 Borehole RO Water Vending Machine | 125 LPH | KSh 330,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 125 LPH | 125 LPH | KSh 370,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 125 LPH with Antiscalant | 125 LPH | KSh 420,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 250 LPH | 250 LPH | KSh 490,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 250 LPH with Antiscalant | 250 LPH | KSh 540,000 |
| H-Tech 3-in-1 Borehole RO 500 LPH | 500 LPH | KSh 550,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 500 LPH | 500 LPH | KSh 750,000 |
| 500 LPH RO VENDING MACHINE(semi automatic) | 500 LPH | KSh 770,000 |
| 500 LPH H-Tech RO Vending Machine (Full automatic) | 500 LPH | KSh 800,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 500 LPH with Antiscalant | 500 LPH | KSh 800,000 |
| 1000 LPH H-Tech RO Vending Machine(full automated) | 1,000 LPH | KSh 900,000 |
| H-Tech 3-in-1 Borehole RO 1000 LPH | 1,000 LPH | KSh 920,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 1000 LPH | 1,000 LPH | KSh 950,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 1000 LPH with Antiscalant | 1,000 LPH | KSh 1,030,000 |
Current listed prices incl. VAT (updated 30 September 2026). Full range: Water vending machines price list.
Step 5: Approvals and opening
- County business permit and public health inspection.
- KEBS certification if you sell sealed, labelled water.
Step 6: Daily operation
- Check TDS of the product water every morning.
- Sanitise nozzles; clean the shop.
- Service filters and membranes on schedule (RO maintenance).
Watch: starting a water refill business
Frequently asked questions
Can I sell borehole water directly?
Borehole water should be tested and treated to drinking-water standard before selling.
Does borehole water always need RO?
Not always, but most Kenyan boreholes have salt, fluoride or hardness that RO removes; the test decides.
What size RO for a borehole refill station?
Start from daily sales and the borehole yield; many start with 125–500 LPH.
Do I need a permit for my borehole?
Borehole water use is regulated by the Water Resources Authority (WRA); confirm your permit.