DS Diving Service
Jacksonville, Florida
When you go to buy a new boat, house with a dock or pier, or maybe an elevated waterfront house we can help give you peace of mind. Before purchasing such a large investment, especially when they are coupled with underwater structures, it is important to survey everything.
Has your dock or boat had a bit of bad luck lately? Our licensed divers go below the surface, examining and accessing the damage to your vessel and your pilings. DS Diving will provide knowledgeable action plans and service references if needed.
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DS Diving goes above and beyond the ‘normal’ inspection requirements by videoing each inspection. We give the customer a unique view, our view. Upon completion of the inspection we provide a copy of the full service performed. No more second guessing, see for yourself!
An underwater boat inspection is a diver-performed visual assessment of a vessel’s submerged components while the boat remains in the water. Inspections commonly include the hull, propellers, shafts, rudders, trim tabs, thru-hulls, intakes, zincs, and other underwater hardware to identify marine growth, damage, corrosion, or potential maintenance concerns.
Underwater inspections are recommended whenever you suspect damage, notice changes in vessel performance, prepare for hurricane season, plan extended trips, or want to monitor the condition of underwater components between haul-outs. Many boat owners also schedule inspections routinely as part of preventative maintenance programs.
Additionally, if you are looking to sell your boat, having your company of choice perform an underwater inspection will set you up with all the details you need to provide to your potential buyers.
Yes. We often perform underwater inspections before a client buys a used boat that is stored in the water. An underwater inspection can help identify visible issues below the waterline before purchasing a vessel, including hull damage, corrosion, propeller damage, marine growth, or missing hardware. While not a replacement for a full marine survey, an underwater inspection can provide valuable insight into the condition of submerged components.
Yes. Many types of visible hull damage, including gouges, blistering, impact damage, missing paint, or compromised hardware, can often be identified during an in-water underwater inspection. However, certain structural issues may still require haul-out evaluation depending on severity and accessibility.
Yes. Professional underwater inspections commonly include propellers, shafts, struts, rudders, thru-hulls, trim tabs, intakes, and other submerged running gear components. These inspections help identify marine growth, corrosion, damage, loose hardware, or signs of wear that may affect vessel performance or safety.
With DS-Diving, these boat elements are also monitored with each routine hull maintenance we perform. If you have recurring cleaning services with us, we will inspect these each time.
Yes. This is something that sets DS-Diving apart. All of our underwater services, including inspections, include video documentation to give boat owners a clear view of underwater conditions and any findings discovered during the inspection. Documentation can also help owners monitor long-term hull condition and maintenance needs over time.