Hydrofracking is a process that involves injecting water
under high pressure into the bedrock formation in the
well. In most situations, it will increase the size of
the water
bearing fractures and, in turn, the water supply to the
well.
This method
is usually used in areas where there are problems with
water flow. Such problems are often caused by the
existing fractures being small, or plugged with
sediment. Hydrofracking is often more cost
effective than drilling deeper, however it is not always
effective with every type of bedrock formation. Through
our years of experience we will be able to advise as to
whether pressure fracturing would be successful.
How
Hydrofracking Works
When the bedrock is subjected to
hydrofracturing pressure, new fractures
are created and existing fractures
become larger by clearing away sediment
and debris.
