Professional Sunken Boat Removal in El Paso TX

Submerged vessels in El Paso: what we handle

At Captain Tom's, we know a submerged vessel doesn't wait for business hours. In El Paso, TX, a boat that goes down in the Rio Grande or any local waterway becomes a navigational hazard and an environmental hazard fast, leaking fuel and blocking traffic before most people even know it's there. Our emergency response team handles sunken boat recovery for boat owners, marinas, and property managers across El Paso and the surrounding areas, moving quickly to limit damage and get the situation under control.

We're a local underwater recovery team built for complex jobs. Whether your boat is fully submerged at a dock, sitting on the bottom of a marina, or out in open water, our certified divers are ready to respond.

Comprehensive boat removal services we offer

Our boat removal services include everything from pulling submerged vessels off the bottom to hauling off that junk boat sitting in your yard. Here's what we handle.

• Sunken boat recovery — This is our bread and butter. We use professional-grade lift bags, cranes, and rigging to raise submerged vessels safely, so the hull doesn't take on any more damage during the sunken boat recovery process than it already has.
• Wreck removal and abandoned vessel cleanup — Wrecked, storm-damaged, or abandoned vessel on your property or waterway? Our wreck removal crew handles the full job, including logistics, dismantle work, and hauling everything out. No half-measures.
• Junk boat removal and boat disposal service — We haul away old sailboats, jet skis, yachts and catamarans, and anything else taking up space on land or water. Our junk boat removal and boat disposal service covers the full pickup, so you're not left dealing with it yourself.
• Recycling and proper disposal — After any removal, we sort and recycle what we can from the vessel. Hazardous materials get handled in full compliance with environmental regulations, so you're covered and the waterway stays clean.

We also offer emergency services for time-sensitive situations, and our team can walk you through insurance claim support so you're not sorting out the paperwork alone. Got questions? Check out our sunken boat FAQ or call us directly.

Why Captain Tom's is the call for professional removal

Not all boat removal tasks are equal. When the situation is complex, you need a team with proven expertise in challenging recoveries. Here's why we're the right call.

• Expertise in difficult recoveries. Our crew has handled submerged vessels, tangled rigging, and underwater obstacles that stop general junk haulers cold. From routine junk boat removal to full wreck removal, we know what professional removal actually takes in the field.
• Specialized heavy-lifting equipment. We bring the right gear for the job every time. That means high-capacity cranes for yachts and catamarans, lift bags for delicate sunken boat removal process work, and everything in between for our comprehensive boat removal services.
• Full-service, start to finish. We're a direct service provider, not a broker. Captain Tom's manages the entire boat removal process, from the first assessment through boat disposal or final transport. That includes emergency services when the clock is ticking and submerged vessels are causing damage by the hour.
• Direct insurance and permitting support. We provide professional documentation your adjuster can actually use for your insurance claim. We also help sort out the permits so you're not stuck chasing paperwork. Check our sunken boat FAQ for more on what insurance claim support looks like with us.