Search, Salvage & Recovery
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Rapid Response Team
Time is the enemy in any recovery operation. Whether you have a sunken vessel blocking a waterway, a vehicle submerged in the harbor, or valuable equipment lost in soft mud, Eastern Marine Services has the divers, lift bags, and towing endorsements to retrieve it safely.
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Vessel Salvage
We work directly with insurance companies and adjusters to raise sunken or grounded vessels. From 46-foot yachts sinking in their slips to barges taking on water.
- Licensed Captains: On-staff towing endorsements.
- Lift Bags & Pumps: Specialized buoyancy control to refloat vessels without structural damage.
- Pollution Control: Spill containment during recovery.
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Search & Recovery
Our divers operate in zero-visibility conditions to locate smaller items lost in the Chesapeake Bay mud. Speed is critical—heavy items sink deeper into the silt every hour.
- Evidence Recovery: Weapons, vehicles, and electronics for law enforcement.
- Valuables: Watches, jewelry, and keys lost off docks.
- Equipment: Outboard motors, golf carts, and construction tools.
The “Chesapeake Mud” Factor
We’d like everyone to know that due to bottom conditions in the Baltimore Harbor and Chesapeake Bay, it is critical to call us ASAP.
We know from experience that some areas have up to 14 feet of soft mud. Heavy items disappear quickly. We will give you an honest assessment of recoverability before we dive.
Do Not Wait. Call Now.
We work with all major marine insurance providers. If your vessel is in distress or submerged, immediate action prevents further damage.