Submerged vessels in Aurora's waterways
At Captain Tom's, we know a sinking boat doesn't wait for business hours. When a vessel goes down in Aurora's waterways, including busy stretches near Cherry Creek Reservoir, you've got a navigational hazard and an environmental hazard developing fast. Fuel, oil, and debris spread quickly, and a submerged vessel can block traffic and damage surrounding boats within hours. Our emergency response team handles sunken boat recovery for boat owners across Aurora, CO and the surrounding areas, moving fast to protect the water and get your boat up.
Our underwater recovery team knows these waters. Whether your boat is fully or partially submerged at a dock, in a marina, or out in open water, our certified divers are on call and ready to respond.
Comprehensive boat removal services we offer
Our boat removal services include everything from pulling submerged vessels off the bottom to hauling away that junk boat sitting in your backyard. Here's what we handle.
- Sunken boat recovery — This is our bread and butter. We use lift bags, cranes, and rigging to raise submerged vessels safely, keeping hull damage to a minimum during the entire sunken boat removal process. We also support insurance claim support documentation throughout.
- Wreck removal and abandoned vessel cleanup — Storm-wrecked, abandoned, or just plain forgotten boats are a liability. We manage the full scope of wreck removal, including the logistics to dismantle the vessel and haul away every piece. Yachts and catamarans included.
- Junk boat removal and hauling — Our boat disposal service covers dry-land situations too. Got an old sailboat or jet ski eating up space? We'll haul away the whole thing. Junk boat removal is part of our standard offering, no job too small.
- Recycling and proper disposal — After any removal, we handle proper disposal the right way. We recycle as much of the boat as we can and make sure all hazardous materials are dealt with in full compliance with environmental regulations. No cutting corners.
From emergency services on a freshly sunk vessel to planned professional removal of long-neglected boats, we've got Aurora CO covered.
Why Aurora boat owners call us for professional removal
Not every situation calls for the same crew. When you're dealing with submerged vessels, wreck removal, or anything beyond a simple junk boat removal, you need people who've actually done it before. That's where professional boat removal from Captain Tom's makes the difference for challenging recoveries.
- Expertise in difficult recoveries — Our crew handles the full sunken boat removal process, including complex rigging, underwater obstacles, and conditions that stop general junk haulers cold. We know submerged vessels and we know how to get them out safely.
- Specialized heavy-lifting equipment — From high-capacity cranes built for yachts and catamarans to precision lift bags for delicate wreck removal operations, we bring the right gear to every job. No guessing, no improvising.
- Full-service, start to finish — Captain Tom's is a direct service provider, not a middleman. We manage the entire boat removal process from initial assessment through final boat disposal, covering comprehensive boat removal services so nothing falls through the cracks. And if you need emergency services, we're ready.
- Direct insurance and permitting support — We put together professional documentation to back your insurance claim and walk you through any required permits. Insurance claim support is part of what we do, so you're not left sorting out paperwork on your own.
Frequently Asked Questions: Sunken Boat Removal in Aurora
First, make sure everyone is safe, then report the incident to the authorities and your insurance company. Quick action is crucial to mitigate damage and keep things from getting worse. Call our team right away and we'll walk you through the recovery process from there.
We're specialists in sunken boat recovery, but our comprehensive removal services go well beyond that. We handle junk boat removal, abandoned vessels, storm-damaged wrecks, submerged vessels of all sizes, and general boat disposal, including yachts and catamarans.
In most cases, yes. Marine insurance policies usually cover wreck removal to prevent a total loss and reduce liability. We provide all the documentation for the claim your insurer will ask for, so you're not stuck doing that legwork alone.
Captain Tom's provides emergency boat removal throughout Aurora, CO and all of Arapahoe County. We run frequent operations in areas like Cherry Creek State Park and the surrounding marinas. Give us a call and we'll get a rapid response team headed your way.