Professional Sunken Boat Removal in Indianapolis

Submerged vessels on Indianapolis waters

At Captain Tom's, we know that a submerged vessel doesn't wait. In Indianapolis, boats go down on Eagle Creek Reservoir, Geist Reservoir, and other busy waterways, and every hour that passes makes the situation worse. A sunken boat recovery that's delayed means fuel, oil, and fluids spreading through the water, a navigational hazard forming in areas where other boaters are moving through, and a growing environmental hazard that can draw serious attention from state and local authorities. We handle emergency response for all clients across Indianapolis and the surrounding areas, including Carmel, Fishers, and Lawrence.

Our local underwater recovery team works on fully and partially submerged vessels at a dock, in 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 away that junk boat sitting behind your dock.

• Sunken boat recovery — This is our core work. We use professional-grade lift bags, cranes, and rigging to raise submerged vessels safely. Whether it's a small motorboat or one of the larger yachts and catamarans on Indiana's reservoirs, we protect the hull through every step of the sunken boat removal process.
• Wreck removal and abandoned vessel cleanup — Storm-damaged, derelict, or just long-forgotten, we manage the full scope of wreck removal in Indianapolis. Our team handles the complex logistics, including the decision to dismantle when a vessel can't be moved in one piece, and coordinates insurance claim support when needed.
• Junk boat removal and hauling — Junk boat removal covers more than what's underwater. We'll haul away old sailboats, pontoons, and jet skis taking up space on land or water. Our boat disposal service works across Indianapolis and surrounding Indiana communities like Fort Wayne, Bloomington, and beyond.
• Recycling and proper disposal — After any removal, we don't just dump and go. We recycle as much of the vessel as possible and make sure all hazardous materials are handled in full compliance with environmental regulations. Proper disposal isn't optional for us, it's standard practice on every job.

Professional removal: why Captain Tom's?

Not every job is a straightforward haul-away. When you're dealing with submerged vessels, tricky rigging, or a full wreck removal on Indiana's lakes and waterways, you need professional boat removal done right the first time.

• Expertise in challenging recoveries — Our crew has handled the full sunken boat removal process from Eagle Creek Reservoir to Geist. We manage submerged vessels, complex underwater obstacles, and conditions that send junk haulers running the other direction.
• Specialized heavy-lifting equipment — From lift bags for delicate wreck removal operations to high-capacity cranes for yachts and catamarans, we bring the right gear every time. No improvising, no shortcuts.
• Full-service, start to finish — Captain Tom's is a direct service provider, not a broker passing your job off to someone else. We own the entire boat removal process, from the first assessment through final boat disposal, whether that's junk boat removal or emergency services for a fresh sinking.
• Direct insurance claim and permitting support — We supply professional documentation your insurer will actually accept and handle the permits required by Indiana waterway authorities. You deal with enough stress after a sinking. We carry the paperwork load.