Submerged vessels in Boston Harbor
At Captain Tom's, we know a submerged vessel in Boston's busy waterways doesn't wait. Boston Harbor sees constant commercial and recreational traffic, and a sunken boat quickly becomes both a navigational hazard and an environmental hazard, leaking fuel and debris into water other vessels depend on. Our emergency response team handles sunken boat recovery across Boston and surrounding areas, getting there fast before the situation gets worse.
We're a local underwater recovery crew with years of experience on 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 move.
Comprehensive boat removal services we offer
Our boat removal services include everything from pulling submerged vessels off the harbor floor to hauling away old junk boats that have been sitting too long. Here's what we handle.
- Sunken boat recovery — This is our core work. We use lift bags, cranes, and rigging to raise submerged vessels without making the hull damage worse. Whether it's a small motorboat or one of the larger yachts and catamarans in Boston Harbor, our professional removal crew has done it before.
- Wreck removal and abandoned vessel cleanup — Storm-damaged boats don't just disappear on their own. We manage wreck removal start to finish, including the logistics of how to dismantle a vessel on-site and get it out of the water. If you're dealing with an abandoned vessel that's become a liability, we handle that too, and we can walk you through insurance claim support if it applies.
- Junk boat removal and hauling — Junk boat removal isn't just a water job. We also haul away old sailboats, jet skis, and beat-up powerboats sitting on trailers or in driveways. Our boat disposal service covers whatever you've got, wherever it is. We'll haul away the whole thing.
- Recycling and proper disposal — After any removal job, we don't just dump the boat. We're committed to proper disposal and recycle as much of the vessel as possible. All hazardous materials, fuel, oil, batteries, are handled in full compliance with environmental regulations. No shortcuts.
We also offer emergency services for vessels that go down fast and need same-day attention. If you've got questions about the sunken boat removal process or want to know what to expect, check out our sunken boat FAQ page for straight answers.
Why Boston calls us for professional removal
Not every boat removal job is the same. When you're dealing with submerged vessels, tricky harbor conditions, or a full wreck removal situation, you need a crew that's actually done it before. Here's why Captain Tom's is the right call for challenging recoveries.
- Expertise in difficult recoveries — Our crew has pulled sunken boats from Boston Harbor, tidal flats, and tight marina slips. We handle the complex rigging and underwater obstacles that stop general junk haulers cold. From junk boat removal to full wreck removal, we've worked it all.
- Specialized heavy-lifting equipment — We bring the right gear to every job. High-capacity cranes for yachts and catamarans, lift bags for delicate or deeply submerged vessels, and the full setup for any professional boat removal operation that demands more than a flatbed and a prayer.
- Full-service, start to finish — Captain Tom's is a direct service provider, not a broker who hands you off to someone else. We manage the entire boat removal process ourselves, from the first on-water assessment through boat disposal or final transport. Comprehensive boat removal services, no middlemen.
- Direct insurance and permitting support — We give you clear, professional documentation for your insurance claim and walk you through the permits required by Massachusetts and local harbor authorities. Insurance claim support is built into how we work, so you're not scrambling on your own through the paperwork.
Frequently Asked Questions: Sunken Boat Removal in Boston
Get everyone safe first, then call the Coast Guard and your insurance company. After that, reach out to us right away. Quick action helps mitigate damage before it gets worse, and starting the recovery process early gives us the best shot at saving what we can.
We're specialists in sunken boat recovery, including submerged vessels, storm-damaged wrecks, and yachts and catamarans. Our comprehensive removal services also cover junk boat removal, abandoned vessel pickup, and full boat disposal, so whatever the situation, we've handled something like it before.
Usually, yes. Marine insurance policies typically cover wreck removal and recovery to avoid a total loss and keep liability off your plate. We handle insurance claim support from our end and hand over all the documentation for the claim your insurer needs to process it.
Captain Tom's provides emergency boat removal throughout Boston and all of Suffolk County. We run frequent operations in areas like Dorchester Bay and the surrounding marinas along the harbor. Give us a call and we'll get a rapid response out to you.