DS Diving Service
Jacksonville, Florida
Losing items overboard is a hazard of our lifestyle. If you have lost something meaningful or expensive enough, you will likely do what you can to get them back. Let us help. Our team of licensed divers have a long history of search and recovery. From lost wedding rings to entire vessels.
DS Diving does not just set out and hope we happen upon your belongings. Our team calculates related search zones and performs underwater recovery services. Do not feel like you are missing out on the treasure hunt, each member of our crew is outfitted with a mounted camera to film the whole search and recovery experience.
Has your boat sunk? Is it taking on water? Did some cargo fall off your ship? Our professional team of divers has got your back. We offer various levels of salvage services: afloat salvage, offshore salvage, cargo & equipment salvage, harbor salvage, and more.
Often ‘search & recovery’ is used synonymously with ‘salvage’. However, they are rather different. Recovery services reference the retrieval of a possession that has been lost; while salvage pertains to saving a vessel, its crew, or belongings from a disaster.
If you drop something valuable in deep water, avoid disturbing the area and contact a professional diver as soon as possible. In Jacksonville marinas and waterways, visibility and currents can make recovery more difficult over time. A trained diver can locate and retrieve items quickly and safely.
Yes, professional divers can recover items from marinas, docks, and surrounding waterways. DS Diving provides underwater recovery services throughout Jacksonville, St. Augustine, and down to Palm Coast; including marina slips, boat ramps, and private docks.
Response time depends on location and scheduling, but urgent recovery requests are prioritized whenever possible. Fast response is important, especially in Jacksonville waters where dark water affects visibility and currents can change quickly.
Common recovery items include anchors, phones, keys, tools, fishing gear, and boating equipment. If it sank and can be located, there’s a good chance it can be recovered by one of our professional divers.
Underwater recovery costs depend on the complexity of the job, location, and time required. DS Diving charges $165 per hour, per diver, with a $50 trip fee if the location is outside of a scheduled service area.
For larger or high-value recoveries, a finder’s fee may also apply, typically based on a percentage of the item’s value. Simple recoveries can often be completed quickly, while more complex searches may require additional time. Contact DS Diving with details about your situation for an accurate estimate.