Based in Panama City, Florida, Clean Hull Diving Services LLC is a specialized maritime service provider dedicated to the underwater maintenance and preservation of vessels. Established in January 2010, the company operates within the Gulf Coast region, supporting boat owners and operators with essential tasks that ensure vessel seaworthiness and operational efficiency. The company focuses on the manual removal of marine growth and the technical upkeep of submerged mechanical components, addressing the perpetual challenges posed by the warm, nutrient-rich waters of Florida which accelerate biofouling.
The core of the company’s operations revolves around underwater hull cleaning, a critical process for maintaining a vessel’s hydrodynamic performance. By removing barnacles, algae, and other aquatic organisms from the hull, the company helps vessel operators reduce drag, thereby improving fuel economy and speed. This service is particularly vital in the Gulf of Mexico, where marine flora and fauna attach rapidly to stationary or slow-moving vessels, potentially compromising the integrity of anti-fouling paint systems if left unchecked.
Beyond standard cleaning, Clean Hull Diving Services LLC provides technical underwater support including the inspection and replacement of sacrificial zinc anodes. This function is essential for preventing electrolysis and galvanic corrosion, which can severely damage metal components such as propellers, shafts, and rudders. The company’s divers are equipped to assess the condition of these anodes and replace them as necessary to protect the vessel's underwater metallic structures. Additionally, the company offers propeller maintenance services, including removal and repair coordination, ensuring that propulsion systems remain free of fouling and mechanical defects that could cause vibration or inefficiency.
The company also lists search and recovery among its capabilities, offering retrieval services for items lost overboard. Functioning as a locally grounded business in Bay County, Clean Hull Diving Services LLC has operated as a mobile service, dispatching divers to marinas and private docks to perform work in situ. Through its decade-plus history, the entity has positioned itself as a provider of practical diving solutions, focusing on the essential routine maintenance required to keep recreational and commercial vessels operational in a demanding marine environment. The company’s work emphasizes the importance of preventative underwater care in extending the lifespan of hull coatings and running gear.
