A sunken boat is a serious problem — for the owner, the marina, and the waterway. We recover submerged and partially submerged vessels with controlled lift bags, pumping, and rigging.
Sunken boat removal deals with vessels that are fully or partially underwater. These recoveries require more than a trailer — they need buoyancy planning, water management, and rigging designed to lift a waterlogged hull without causing further damage. Ohio Boat Services assesses water depth, bottom conditions, shoreline access, and the boat’s structural integrity before any lift begins. We use inflatable salvage bags, submersible pumps, crane trucks, and workboats to bring submerged vessels up and out.
Every removal follows a planned sequence — from your first call to a clear, empty space when we leave. Here is how we approach junk boat removal services.
Different boats require different removal planning based on size, hull material, trailer availability, and marina access. See how we approach each vessel type.
Recovering a sunken boat is about control, not speed. We plan the lift, manage the water, and rig to structural points so the hull comes up without breaking apart. That protects the waterway, the facility, and your liability.
We use a combination of inflatable salvage lift bags, submersible pumps, and crane trucks. The method depends on water depth, how the boat is sitting, and shoreline access. Rigging is attached to structurally sound points on the hull to avoid pulling the boat apart during the lift.
