Boat removal in Iowa: how we get it done
We're a local boat removal company serving Des Moines, IA and communities across the state, including Cedar Rapids, Davenport, and beyond. Iowa's rivers, lakes, and waterfront locations see everything from old sailboats to sunken vessels, and getting them out takes more than a truck and a trailer. We handle professional boat removal and disposal for residential and commercial clients, covering any size vessel from a neglected runabout to a full yacht. Whether it's an abandoned boat sitting in a backyard or submerged vessels at a marina, our team handles the full removal and disposal safely.
We're based here in Iowa and know this state's waterways. Safe and responsible boat removal service is what we do, whether you need a boat removed from water or land across Polk County and the surrounding region.
What our boat disposal services cover
We handle every type of boat removal in Iowa, from quiet inland lakes to busy marinas. Here's what we do.
Sunken boat removal — Foundering or sunken boat removal is messy, technical work. Our crew gets into the water to recover submerged vessels from riverbeds, marina slips, and waterfront areas across Iowa. We dismantle what can't be towed whole and handle dismantling and disposal in a safe and responsible way.
Sailboat removal — Grounded sailboat boat removal takes more planning than most people expect. With an onshore or grounded sailboat boat, crews dismantle masts and strip the rigging before the vessel can be moved at all. We manage grounded boat removal from dry-docked vessel positions and make sure eco-conscious disposal is part of the process from start to finish.
Boat disposal — Owners often discover that old boat disposal is anything but simple. A rotting hull can't just go to the curb. We sort out boat disposal services for old junk boats across Iowa, getting them crushed or dismantled depending on condition, and recycling parts wherever we can to keep waste out of landfills.
Boat salvage — When a damaged or abandoned vessel is sitting in a hard-to-reach spot, we step in. Our boat salvage work covers salvage and disposal from tight marina berths, shallow inlets, and waterfront access points. We tow vessels that are still moveable and handle disposal for those that aren't, clearing the water for good.
Safe and responsible removal Iowa owners can count on
Our boat removal company knows Iowa waterways like the back of our hand. From the marinas along the Mississippi River to the waterfront areas near Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport, we handle safe and responsible vessel removal every day. Our team is built around eco-conscious disposal and professional boat removal and disposal, including marine salvage and salvage and recovery for abandoned vessels nobody else wants to touch.
- Our boat removal specializes in every type of vessel, from a simple old boat or junk boat pickup to the most demanding and complex jobs, keeping safety first on every motorboat, pontoon, or yacht we move.
- Our boat removers safeguard Iowa's rivers and lakes by properly working to remove and dispose of hazardous materials through recycling and responsible dismantling, covering your boat removal needs whether it's an abandoned boat or a waterfront recovery.
- Contact us today for boat removal services across Iowa, including boat lifts, boat recovery, and us boat removal for your boat service needs, whether you're in Ames, Dubuque, or anywhere boat taking is required without hassle, and never leave a boat without a plan, just call us.
Our Services in Iowa
We provide the following services across Iowa:
Service Areas by County in Iowa
Cities grouped by county for quick reference.
Adair County
Appanoose County
Audubon County
Benton County
Black Hawk County
Boone County
Buchanan County
Buena Vista County
Butler County
Calhoun County
Carroll County
Cass County
Cedar County
Cerro Gordo County
Chickasaw County
Clarke County
Clay County
Clayton County
Clinton County
Crawford County
Dallas County
Davis County
Decatur County
Delaware County
Des Moines County
Dickinson County
Dubuque County
Emmet County
Fayette County
Floyd County
Franklin County
Fremont County
Greene County
Grundy County
Guthrie County
Hamilton County
Hancock County
Hardin County
Harrison County
Henry County
Howard County
Humboldt County
Iowa County
Jackson County
Jasper County
Jefferson County
Johnson County
Jones County
Keokuk County
Kossuth County
Lee County
Linn County
Louisa County
Lucas County
Lyon County
Mahaska County
Marion County
Marshall County
Mitchell County
Monroe County
Muscatine County
Osceola County
Page County
Palo Alto County
Plymouth County
Pocahontas County
Polk County
Pottawattamie County
Poweshiek County
Ringgold County
Scott County
Shelby County
Sioux County
Story County
Tama County
Taylor County
Van Buren County
Wapello County
Warren County
Washington County
Wayne County
Webster County
Winnebago County
Winneshiek County
Woodbury County
Wright County
Frequently Asked Questions
If your old boat is sagging, cracked, or sitting in a way that poses safety concerns, it's time to call. Boat removal in Des Moines is something we handle for any size vessel, whether the boat was found onshore, docked, or you just need someone to tow it away.
We provide a variety of options to cover pretty much anything floating or not. We tow, dismantle, and handle marine salvage for everything from a sailboat to a dry-docked vessel. We also take care of abandoned vessels and offer boat disposal services, so our team handles boat removal and disposal from start to finish.
Pricing depends on the vessel type, where it's located, and how complex the removal turns out to be. We keep competitive prices and make it easy to get your free estimate upfront. Disposal in Des Moines is handled in a safe and responsible way, so nothing gets left behind.
We serve Des Moines and Polk County broadly for boat removal and disposal throughout IA. Our team regularly works in areas like Ankeny and West Des Moines. Call us today for boat removal and we'll get you taken care of fast.